Craig Quarry with Surrounding Vignettes

1973

Malcolm Rice

Associated Names
Malcolm Rice

Artist, American, born 1898

This is a drawing of an industrial scene surrounded by decorative elements. The central portion features a detailed depiction of a construction site with large blocks and a crane, set amongst a backdrop of rocky terrain. Framing this scene are circular portraits of faces in hard hats connected by chains and structural elements. In the lower section, there are intricately drawn birds with spread wings interacting with a mechanical device resembling an old distillation apparatus, seated on a bed of brick and stone. The overall composition combines elements of human labor and nature, enclosed within a detailed border.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite

  • Credit Line

    Gift of the Artist

  • Dimensions

    overall: 43.3 x 32.8 cm (17 1/16 x 12 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1980.38.2


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right: Malcolm Rice 1973

Wikidata ID

Q64594813

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