Back Street #1

1939

William Norman

Associated Names
William Norman

Artist, American, 1904 - 1980

The image depicts an industrial landscape viewed from an elevated or distant vantage point. The horizon is positioned high in the composition, showing industrial buildings and chimneys. The artwork is primarily black, white, and shades of gray, with expressive brushstrokes conveying movement and texture. Undulating forms close to us suggest piles of materials or natural topography. A curved pathway leads to angular buildings with pointed roofs. A smokestack releases smoke into a textured sky marked by swirling brushstrokes.
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Inscriptions

Inscribed: In Pencil: lower left, Back Street #1; lower right, Will Norman 39; Stamped: lower center, MINNESOTA WPA ART PROJECT

Wikidata ID

Q76440845

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