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The Singer Building from Brooklyn Bridge

Rachael Robinson Elmer

National Gallery of Art

The image shows the city skyline with a focus on the Singer Building from the Brooklyn Bridge. The skyscraper stands out against the horizon, with warm skies transitioning from yellows to oranges. Urban buildings dot the horizon, suggesting city life. The brushstrokes are stylized and impressionistic, with simplified forms and smooth lines creating a harmonious composition. The color palette includes earthy tones for the architecture and pastels for the sky, providing a peaceful backdrop to the urban landscape.

Artwork Details

Date
1914
Medium
offset lithograph
Dimensions
3331 × 5203 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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