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World's Fair Folly

c. 1937

Charles Ernest Pont

Associated Names

Charles Ernest Pont

Artist, American, 1898 - 1971

The image shows a low vantage point looking towards a row of houses. The horizon is hidden by the houses and trees lining the street. Radiating lines suggest a bright light source above. The sky contrasts with the shadows on the buildings and street. The style is reminiscent of a woodcut print, focusing on black and white contrast. Silhouettes of children playing are visible on the ground. The scene conveys a dynamic atmosphere.

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Artwork overview

Medium

wood engraving
Credit Line

Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams
Dimensions

image: 102 x 151 mm
sheet: 195 x 230 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.3976

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower center in graphite: World's Fair Folly; lower right: Charles E Pont

Markings

lower left stamped in black ink: FEDERAL ART PROJECT NYC WPA

Wikidata ID

Q76442028

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