Street Scene, NYC

c. 1932

John Marin

Associated Names
John Marin

Artist, American, 1870 - 1953

The image displays an abstract composition consisting of various pencil-drawn lines and shapes. These shapes include rectangles and curved lines hinting at urban structures and architectural features. Other forms suggest human figures in a dynamic setting. Additionally, there are lines resembling letters, numbers, street signs, and advertising boards. The drawing includes intersecting lines and faint hints of color, like red, adding depth to the lively depiction. The sketchy and incomplete style of the drawing invites viewers to connect the abstract elements with familiar urban objects.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite and colored pencil on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Norma B. Marin

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 16.5 x 20.3 cm (6 1/2 x 8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2005.98.109


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Acquired by NGA in 2005, gift of Norma B. Marin.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

in graphite lower right: Marin; upper right verso: 43-19 / NON10.226 / CAT 32; lower right verso: #30815 / 8864CY

Wikidata ID

Q64583689

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