Painting of the Stillwater Bridge by Ann Perkins
Decorative Object
Identifier:
OBJ.N.2022.7
Description
A framed pastel of the "double barrel" covered bridge over the Stillwater River, an Old Town landmark demolished in 1951. The art is signed by Ann Perkins (name penciled in block letters, as is the word "Stillwater"). The painting is thought to be very old, having passed through three generations of the donor's family, though the exact date of creation could not be determined. Perkins has used dark pastels or charcoal to depict the bridge and shadowed trees over a soft salmon-colored river reflecting a crepuscular sky.