Untitled, Skyscraper, Downtown

c. 1925

John Marin

Associated Names
John Marin

Artist, American, 1870 - 1953

The image displays angular and vertical lines intersecting at varying angles, creating an abstract depiction similar to a cityscape. The gestural strokes form geometric shapes resembling buildings, while the verticality and scattered dark patches suggest windows or construction elements. Indistinct numerals and figures add to the abstract nature, evoking the energetic environment of an urban setting. The convergence of lines at the top suggests the outline of rooftops or antennas, extending components of modern architecture into the composition.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Norma B. Marin

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 16.5 x 11.4 cm (6 1/2 x 4 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2005.98.128


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

in graphite upper right verso: NON 10,181 / 42-15 / Untitled / (Skyscraper - Downtown NYC) c.1925 / 6 3/8 x 4 7/8; lower right verso: 8850CY / #30823

Wikidata ID

Q64583683

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