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The Island

c. 1928

Margaret Lowengrund

Associated Names

Margaret Lowengrund

Artist, American, 1905 - 1957

The image shows an aerial view of a cityscape with tall buildings forming a dense grid-like pattern. The style features sharp lines and cross-hatching techniques for texture. The color palette is monochromatic with black and white contrasts. In the distance, a bridge crosses a river, and detailed building facades are visible. The focus is on the intricate urban landscape.

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Artwork overview

Medium

drypoint
Credit Line

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

image: 260 x 215 mm
sheet: 377 x 286 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.3240

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In pencil: lower left, The Island; lower right, Lowengrund. 5 prints only

Wikidata ID

Q76548886

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