Herman Oliver Albright

American, born Germany, 1876 - 1944

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The image shows a black and white illustration of an industrial scene from an elevated perspective. In the center, a large circular ramp or viaduct is surrounded by pillars supporting an overhead structure. On the left, a clock tower with a pointed roof and industrial buildings with large windows can be seen. Tracks curve near the foreground. The illustration features precise lines and shading to depict the industrial architecture.
Herman Oliver Albright, Raymond Bertrand, The Ramp, c. 1936, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.630

The Ramp

Herman Oliver Albright, Raymond Bertrand · c. 1936 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.630

The image shows a view from a slightly elevated position overlooking a cluster of industrial elements and foliage towards a large suspension bridge in the distance. The horizon is situated behind the bridge. The embankment and structures in the foreground lead the eye towards the distant bridge. The bridge towers above with its cables and supports, spanning from one side of the image to the other. The brushstrokes create a textured pattern emphasizing the industrial scene. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of gray and black. The closer elements include cylindrical structures and wild grasses, contrasting with the bridge's design.
Herman Oliver Albright, Raymond Bertrand, Rincon Hill, San Francisco, 1936, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.629

Rincon Hill, San Francisco

Herman Oliver Albright, Raymond Bertrand · 1936 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.629