The Woolworth Building from the Ferry
1914
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1914
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This picture shows a city skyline with a tall, golden building in the center and a smaller boat on the water below. The sky is light blue with a few clouds, and the buildings have a soft, painted look. The water has gentle waves, and the boat is moving toward the right side. The artist used a simple style to show the Woolworth Building, which was the tallest in the world at the time. The colors are muted, with the building standing out in gold against the blue and gray tones. If you like this view, check out how the artist used lithography to create it.
