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Rockefeller Plaza Skating

c. 1936-1939

Effim H. Sherman

Associated Names

Effim H. Sherman

Artist, American, 1885 - 1964

This is an illustration of people ice skating on a rink. Many figures are depicted skating on the ice, each outlined with pencil or ink strokes. The skaters are shown engaging in various ice skating activities. In the background, there is a faint suggestion of an audience seated behind a fence. The drawing features minimal and sketch-like lines that capture movement without intricate detail, highlighting the dynamic and lively enjoyment of ice skating.

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Artwork overview

Medium

aquatint
Credit Line

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

plate: 301 x 227 mm
sheet: 373 x 278 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.4392

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: "Rockefeller Plaza Skating" in pencil, lower center; Signed: "Effim H. Sherman" in pencil, lower right corner

Wikidata ID

Q76548837

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