David Franklin Leavitt

American, 1897 - 1945

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The image shows a tall skyscraper dominating the composition, rising upwards from the lower section. The perspective is from below, emphasizing the building's height. The horizon is mostly obscured by the building, positioned lower in the image. The urban elements recede into the distance. The style features bold lines and strong contrast between dark and light areas. The color palette is black and off-white or beige. The building is detailed with vertical lines and geometric shapes, with sharp, diagonal strokes behind it adding dynamism.
David Franklin Leavitt, The Tribune Tower, c. 1935, woodcut, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.3078

The Tribune Tower

David Franklin Leavitt · c. 1935 · woodcut ·  Accession ID  2008.115.3078