Dead End II

1936

Ilse Bing

Associated Names
Ilse Bing

Artist, American, born Germany, 1899 - 1998

The image shows an urban cityscape from a bridge. The bridge's walkway and railing are on the right side, extending into the distance. A cluster of buildings fills the central portion of the scene. The horizon is obscured by tall buildings, including a cylindrical chimney in the center. A small plume of steam or smoke rises from a rooftop. The skyline features various architectural forms, with flat and detailed structures. The color palette is monochromatic, contrasting dark buildings with light, textured clouds in the sky.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gelatin silver print

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Ilse Bing Wolff

  • Dimensions

    overall: 18.8 x 28.2 cm (7 3/8 x 11 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2001.147.52


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

The Estate of Ilse Bing Wolff, New York, NY; gift to NGA, 2001.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left in white ink: ILSE BING / 1936

Wikidata ID

Q64155240

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