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East River

1946

Lawrence Nelson Wilbur

Associated Names

Lawrence Nelson Wilbur

Artist, American, 1897 - 1988

The image depicts a busy harbor scene with ships docked alongside a pier. Workers and vehicles are present, and a river divides the docks from the city. A bridge spans the horizon, with buildings visible beneath it. The scene is monochromatic with detailed line work and reflective water, showcasing the integration of industrial and urban elements in a bustling harbor.

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Artwork overview

Medium

drypoint
Credit Line

Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams
Dimensions

353 x 251 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.5065

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

in pencil lower left: The East River; lower right: Lawrence Nelson Wilbur.

Wikidata ID

Q76442865

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