Charles E. Burchfield (1893-1967), Wires Down, 1920; watercolor on paper, 19 x 20 inches; Image from the Burchfield Penney Art Center archives
Charles E. Burchfield's Dreams, Journals, October 19, 1917
Thursday, May 3, 2018
A dream – There was a heavy frost which plastered the dead plants and houses. It had been grey and lowery all morning, however towards noon the sun commenced to show; the horizon sky grew intense white; I rushed to secure materials to paint.
In the dark morning before light, I awoke to hear the violent wind and rain.
Charles E. Burchfield, October 19, 1917