Under the "L" N.Y.

1932

Albert Abramovitz

Associated Names
Albert Abramovitz

Artist, American, born Russia, 1879 - 1963

The image is a monochromatic illustration showing the upper body of an individual seen from the shoulder up. The person is in a partial profile view, facing slightly to the side. Their facial features are defined with angular, deep lines. They have a full beard and the hair is covered by a wide-brimmed hat. The person is wearing a collared coat. In the background, there are outlines of buildings under an elevated structure with intricate details of its supports and surrounding architecture. Another figure is visible further in the background, also wearing a hat and coat, and holding what appears to be an umbrella. The setting is an urban environment, with detailed textures and shadows adding depth to the scene.
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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Allinson Gallery, Inc., Storrs, 27 September 1994; to Dave H. and Reba W. Williams, Greenwich, CT; gift to the NGA, 2008.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

In pencil: lower left, Under the "L" N.Y. 1932; lower right, Abramovitz; upper left, 76.

Wikidata ID

Q76549232

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