Street Scene, Carriages

John Marin

Associated Names
John Marin

Artist, American, 1870 - 1953

The image features an urban street scene viewed from above, showing a bustling city street surrounded by tall buildings. The horizon is positioned above the center, where the lines of buildings and the busy street converge in the distance, leading to a clock-tower-like structure with architectural designs. The drawing technique uses quick, sketchy brushstrokes with ink and wash, creating a dynamic texture. The scene shows a crowded street with people and horse-drawn carriages. The color palette is monochromatic, with shades of brown, black, and gray. The sky is lightly shaded, contrasting with the darker details of the urban architecture below.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and ink wash on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Norma B. Marin

  • Dimensions

    overall: 25.1 x 17.5 cm (9 7/8 x 6 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2005.98.108


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Inscriptions

in graphite on verso, upper left: From the Estate / of John Marin, upper right: 29-13 / 8898CY, lower right: #35086

Wikidata ID

Q64583702

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