East River

1951

Hugh Mesibov

Associated Names
Hugh Mesibov

Artist, American, 1916 - 2016

The image displays intersecting lines and geometric shapes creating an intricate pattern on the canvas. The composition resembles an urban skyline or a bridge, with angular forms suggesting buildings and a sweeping curve similar to a suspension bridge. The arrangement of lines could also be interpreted as a cityscape reflected on water, capturing the structured chaos of metropolitan architecture through simplicity and abstraction.
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lower left in graphite: "East River"; lower center in graphite: artists proof; lower right in graphite: Mesibov 1951; lower center edge in graphite by unknown hand: 1951; lower right edge in graphite by unknown hand: 7½ x 14¼ woodblock; lower right verso in black ink: #175 Post / Mesibov / East River / B1 + Wh. Wd. Bl. / $25

Wikidata ID

Q76551456

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