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Civil Works Administration Workers on the Mall

1934

Sheffield Harold Kagy

Associated Names

Sheffield Harold Kagy

Artist, American, 1907 - 1989

The image shows a group of workers performing manual labor tasks outdoors. The workers are depicted in a detailed monochrome style, engaged in activities like shoveling and raking. They appear to be working together in an industrial or construction setting, based on their tools and attire. In the background is an institutional building, suggesting an urban or industrial environment. The high contrast and textured details emphasize the physical effort of the workers.

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Artwork overview

Medium

woodcut
Credit Line

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

sheet: 43.5 x 50.17 cm (17 1/8 x 19 3/4 in.)
mat: 48.26 x 53.66 cm (19 x 21 1/8 in.)
Accession Number

2008.115.2750

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In pencil: lower right, Sheffield Kagy / 1934

Watermarks

FRANCE

Wikidata ID

Q76442286

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