Times Square

1931

Werner Drewes

Associated Names
Werner Drewes

Artist, American, 1899 - 1985

This is a monochromatic print of an urban landscape with strong architectural elements. The horizon is not distinctly visible. The image focuses on tall buildings in a metropolitan area, with a prominent tall, narrow building slightly to the left displaying the word "TIMES." The style features bold, geometric shapes, linear elements, and high contrast black and white palette emphasizing architectural forms. Marks suggest movement and urban bustle, while light and shadow create depth. The scene conveys dynamic urban energy with skyscrapers rising dramatically.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    woodcut in black

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1974.86.8

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Rose 1984, no. III.50


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1984

  • Rose, Ingrid. Werner Drewes: A Catalogue Raisonné of His Prints. Munich and New York: Verlag Kunstgalerie Esslingen, 1984, p. 298, no. III.50.

Wikidata ID

Q65578776

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