A Winter Day - Under the Elevated near Brooklyn Bridge
1907
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1907
unspecified
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This painting shows a city street scene with a large, elevated train track running through it. The track is supported by thick columns and has a flat, roof-like structure on top. In the foreground, people are walking on the sidewalk, some carrying bundles or bags. The scene is set in winter, with snow covering the ground and buildings in the background. The overall mood is one of coldness and industriousness, with people going about their daily business despite the harsh weather. The painting is reminiscent of the work of artist George Bellows (American, 1882–1925).