168 John Street

c. 1936

American 20th Century

Associated Names
This is a painting of a red brick building with a dark roof and multiple windows. The structure depicted is a symmetrical, three-story building with a red brick facade, numerous windows on each floor, green window frames, a dark roof with two dormer windows, and three arched doorways at the ground level. The architecture is highlighted by the uniform placement of the windows and doors. The style of the painting suggests an influence reminiscent of architectural illustrations, focusing on clarity and detail.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.3 x 29.2 cm (8 3/4 x 11 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.9870


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64535045

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