Manhattan Subway Excavation

1932

Abbo Ostrowsky

Associated Names
Abbo Ostrowsky

Artist, American, 1889 - 1975

The image shows a construction site in an urban setting. In the background, there are buildings, a bridge, and other structures. The artwork is a black and white etching, emphasizing the lines of the construction elements. In the foreground, the ground is dug out with wooden reinforcements and scaffolding. The composition gives a sense of depth through linear perspective.
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Inscribed: In pencil: lower right, Abbo Ostrowsky.

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Q76454384