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Brooklyn Bridge Late Afternoon

Rachael Robinson Elmer

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a cityscape with a suspension bridge, likely the Brooklyn Bridge, in the background. The skyline features abstract geometric building outlines against a yellow sky. The foreground shows water with vibrant orange and yellow strokes, resembling sunlight reflections. A decorative pattern in deep blue is at the bottom. The artwork features a limited color palette of muted blues, soft yellows, and a creamy base.

Artwork Details

Date
1916
Medium
linocut
Dimensions
5259 × 3354 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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