Columbia Heights, from Fulton Ferry

1924

Joseph Pennell

Associated Names
Joseph Pennell

Artist, American, 1857 - 1926

The image shows a cityscape through the framework of a bridge, providing an elevated perspective. The bridge's arches and metalwork create a frame in the foreground. Buildings are visible in the distance, with one prominent structure breaking the skyline. The composition features sketch-like, linear brushstrokes depicting architectural elements with texture and depth. The color palette is primarily sepia tones, enhancing the visual impact and emphasizing form and shadow over color variety.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Addie Burr Clark

  • Accession Number

    1946.9.221

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Wuerth 1928, no. 849


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1928

  • Wuerth, Louis A. Catalogue of the Etchings of Joseph Pennell. Boston: Little, Brown and Co., 1928.

Wikidata ID

Q65080219

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