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The Dawn

1929

Marsham Wright

Associated Names

Marsham Wright

Artist, American, born England, 1891 - 1970

The image features swirling lines and curving shapes, creating a chaotic street scene. The abstract style is characterized by distorted forms that transform buildings into fantastical structures with elongated windows and twisted roofs. Small, silhouetted figures populate the street, adding depth to the scene.

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Artwork overview

Medium

wood engraving
Credit Line

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

block: 178 x 127 mm
sheet: 213 x 172 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.5148

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower center in graphite: "The Dawn"; lower right in graphite: Marsham Wright - 1929

Wikidata ID

Q76457067

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