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Ice House

c. 1935-1943

Nan Lurie

Associated Names

Nan Lurie

Artist, American, 1910 - 1985

This is a drawing of an old car parked in front of a deteriorating building. The image is in black and white and shows signs of neglect and decay. The vintage automobile is partially covered and sits in front of a wooden structure with broken walls and a damaged roof. Surrounding the building and car are overgrown foliage and debris. The sky is overcast, adding to the somber mood of the scene. The composition emphasizes textures of the dilapidated surfaces.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph
Credit Line

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

image: 356 x 210 mm
sheet: 403 x 580 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.3270

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In scripted pencil: lower center, Ice House; lower right, Nan Lurie
Bottom left corner in block letters: LURIE WPA PRINT

Wikidata ID

Q76454464

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