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Underground

1945-1946

Letterio Calapai

Associated Names

Letterio Calapai

Artist, American, 1902 - 1993

The image shows intersecting lines and geometric shapes creating a dynamic composition. It resembles an underground subway scene, with angled lines suggesting movement and architecture. Curving lines evoke tunnel arches, while rectangular forms suggest train cars. Signs labeled "Uptown" and "Times Sq 42" ground the scene in the context of a subway system, conveying urban activity and transit.

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Artwork overview

Medium

etching and aquatint
Credit Line

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

Image: 450 x 298 mm
Sheet: 546 x 380 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.1143

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Underground; lower center: 14/30

Markings

lower right, L. Calapai (in script) © (rubber-stamped)

Wikidata ID

Q76550220

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