Untitled (Laying pipe in a New England town)

1945

Edward Arthur Wilson

Associated Names
Edward Arthur Wilson

Artist, American, born Scotland, 1886 - 1970

This is a drawing of a street scene depicting construction and a large pipe installation. The image showcases a detailed representation of a construction site, where a large cylindrical pipe is being maneuvered into position with the help of a crane or lifting device. The scene is set amidst tall leafless trees. In the background, a church with a steeple and other residential buildings can be seen. Several vintage cars are parked or moving along a road, alongside utility poles adorned with glass insulators. There is an atmosphere of industrious activity, with materials like boards, gears, and lanterns scattered across the scene. The monochrome palette accentuates the details of shadows and textures across the scene.
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Inscribed: 8/30 in pencil, lower left; signed: "Edward Wilson/'45" in pencil, lower right

Wikidata ID

Q76441490

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