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Harlem Nights #3

c. 1933

Richard A. Loederer

Associated Names

Richard A. Loederer

Artist, American, 1894 - 1981

The image displays swirling, curved shapes and sharp angular lines creating movement. Abstract forms intertwine, resembling a dancing figure. Cloud-like curves suggest smoke or a dance costume, while lines echo stage lights. The elements form an abstract representation of a performance scene.

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Artwork overview

Medium

wood engraving
Credit Line

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

Image: 154 x 154 mm
Sheet: 262 x 202 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.3224

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: Within the plate: lower right, Loederer
In pencil: lower left, Harlem nights #3; lower right, Loederer

Wikidata ID

Q76551319

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