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Dock

c. 1935-1943

Alfredo Ximenez

Associated Names

Alfredo Ximenez

Artist, American, 1903 - c. 2000

Federal Art Project (New York City)

Publisher

The image depicts a bustling harbor scene from a low angle. A large ship dominates the right side, with a smaller tugboat emitting steam in the water. In the background, an industrialized city is visible against a cloudy sky filled with smoke. The black and white composition uses varied shading techniques to create depth, with cross-hatched lines indicating motion in the water and smoke.

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Artwork overview

Medium

etching
Credit Line

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

image: 175 x 247 mm
sheet: 291 x 404 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.5157

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In pencil: lower center, "Dock" O.K. A. Ximenez (in script)Stamped in ink: lower left, FEDERAL ART PROJECT / NYC WPA (in caps)

Wikidata ID

Q76454401

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