Martin Mower (Lynn, Massachusetts, 1870 - 1960, Vancouver)
The Meet, about 1914
Pastel on canvas, 62 x 80 cm (24 7/16 x 31 1/2 in.)
This pastel drawing on canvas features many bright colors like coral and lime green and shows a group of people and animals in front of a building. In the bottom right corner, there are many spotted brown and white dogs standing on grass. They are next to several people standing; one is dressed in a white floor-length dress and elaborate hat, another in a gray suit and matching hat, and several people in red coats and top hats. There are four brown horses with riders in red coats and black top hats. In the center of the image is a white horse and its rider is wearing a gray outfit and matching hat. A large tree stands behind the equestrians and in front of a large building with a portico.
Macknight Room
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