39th St. 6th Ave.

1930

Gottlob L. Briem

Associated Names
Gottlob L. Briem

Artist, American, 1899 - 1972

The image shows a bird's-eye view of a cityscape with towering buildings rising from the streets below. The horizon is high in the frame, partially obscured by the tall structures. Bold brushstrokes are used to depict the buildings with a sense of movement and texture, especially in the shadows. The color palette consists of black, white, and gray tones, creating contrasts. The skyscrapers close to us have intricate details with various window patterns. In the distance, the buildings become more blurred and abstract. The sky has energetic strokes indicating clouds.
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Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

in pencil: lower left, 39th St. 6th Ave., GLB; lower center, 100/33 imp.; lower right, G.L. Briem / 30

Wikidata ID

Q76455936

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