The Unfinished Span (Bayonne Bridge)

1929

Otto August Kühler

Associated Names
Otto August Kühler

Artist, American, 1894 - 1977

The image shows a bridge under construction from a slightly elevated perspective. The skyline is near the upper third of the image, creating a sense of vastness in the sky. The unfinished sections of the bridge rise prominently against the horizon, with their metal frameworks extending towards each other but not yet meeting. The rendering style is detailed, with precise lines capturing the structural complexity. The color palette is primarily sepia tones, giving the image a historical or timeless quality. Below, the water reflects the bridge structure and incomplete wooden pilings scattered across the scene. In the distance, additional construction materials and small vessels can be seen.
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Inscriptions

Inscribed: In scripted pencil: lower right, Kuhler; bottom left margin, The unfinished span (Bayonne Bridge)

Wikidata ID

Q76443002

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