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Artists Reimagining the Collection
Meet the 50 makers selected from more than 1,600 submissions

City Aquarium

1936

Frederick J. Whiteman

Associated Names

Frederick J. Whiteman

Artist, American, 1909 - 1994

The image depicts geometric shapes and bold lines in a harmonious arrangement. The composition features intersecting rectangles, curves, and triangular forms creating a complex pattern. The design resembles a cityscape, with shapes and lines suggesting buildings.

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Artwork overview

Medium

softground etching
Credit Line

Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams
Accession Number

2008.115.5049

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

In pencil: lower right, F. Whiteman '36; lower left, City Aquarium

Wikidata ID

Q76552273

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