Waiting

1955

Calvin Burnett

Associated Names
Calvin Burnett

Artist, American, 1921 - 2007

This is a drawing of an urban nighttime street scene. The artwork portrays a city street with a stark, monochromatic style. There is a marquee with the word "TONIGHT" partially visible, possibly indicating a theater or cinema. Below the marquee is an architectural structure, and to the side, there are details of a shop front. In the foreground, there is a human-like silhouette with prominently featured eyes. Trees, a streetlight, and signs are also depicted, guiding the viewer's gaze across the image. The high contrast between black and white creates a moody atmosphere.
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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Dave H. and Reba W. Williams, Greenwich, CT; gift to NGA, 2008

Associated Names

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In Pencil: bottom right, C Burnett c.1955; bottom left, "Waiting" from PORTENTS AND OMENS -ss ed 10 (undeciphered)

Wikidata ID

Q76440171

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