Chicago

c. 1940

Francis Chapin

Associated Names
Francis Chapin

Artist, American, 1899 - 1965

This is a drawing of a bustling urban scene. The image depicts an intricate and densely packed cityscape with an eclectic mixture of architectural styles, primarily in monochrome tones. A vintage streetcar or tram is shown to the left, marked with a sign that includes the year 1881. To the right, an ornate horse-drawn carriage is visible with a horse in mid-stride. In the center, an elaborate multi-story building commands attention with detailed windows and decorative features. The overall ambiance suggests movement and life, despite the absence of people. A lone figure stands by the steps of a building. The sky is textured with a circular form.
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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(G.W. Einstein Company, Inc. (via Mann-Williams Antiques), New York, NY); Dave H. and Reba W. Williams, Greenwich, CT, 5 May 1989; gift to the NGA, 2008.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left in pencil: "Chicago"; lower right: Francis Chapin

Wikidata ID

Q76550253

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