City Lights II

1941

Philip Evergood

Associated Names
Philip Evergood

Artist, American, 1901 - 1973

The image shows an urban industrial scene with various architectural elements. Large cylindrical gas holder structures dominate the skyline. The style features bold, dark brushstrokes with strong contrasts and shadowing, creating a dramatic effect. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of black, white, and gray. Closest to the viewer are residential buildings, a shopfront, a figure, and a dog walking along the street. In the distance, there are bare trees and more industrial structures, partially blocking the view.
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Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1966

  • Lippard, Lucy R. The Graphic Work of Philip Evergood: Selected Drawings and Complete Prints. New York, 1966: 159.

Inscriptions

in pencil: lower left, 43/200; signed: Philip Evergood '41, on stone, lower right corner; Philip Evergood, in pencil, lower right corner

Wikidata ID

Q76455458

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