Broadway at 53rd Street

1932

James Penney

Associated Names
James Penney

Artist, American, 1910 - 1982

This is a drawing of a busy street scene at night, featuring an urban landscape filled with activity. An elevated train structure is depicted at the top of the composition, above a street crowded with stylized vehicles, likely early 20th-century automobiles. Various buildings and shop signs, including "NEDICK" and "HOTEL," are visible. Figures are seen on the sidewalk and street, adding a dynamic element to the scene. A tall lamppost in the center illuminates the surroundings with circular light, creating a moody nighttime atmosphere. The drawing is created with swirling strokes that convey movement and depth in the urban setting.
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lower left in graphite: Bdway at 53rd St 2/3; lower right: James Penney 1932

Wikidata ID

Q76551634

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