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I Went Down that There Slide Faster than the Empire State Express

William Glackens

1912

gouache

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Early Modern

Dominant colour

I Went Down that There Slide Faster than the Empire State Express is a 1912 gouache by William Glackens, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: William Glackens
When & what style?: 1912
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a lively scene of a woman sliding down a slide, surrounded by a crowd of people. The woman is dressed in a long, dark coat and hat, and her arms are outstretched as she slides down the slide. The crowd is gathered around the slide, watching the woman with a mix of amusement and concern. In the background, there are several buildings and structures, including what appears to be a ticket booth or entrance to the slide. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of excitement and energy, capturing the joy and thrill of the moment. The artist's use of bold lines and vibrant colors adds to the dynamic feel of the painting, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure of the woman on the slide. To learn more about the artist behind this work, look up Glackens, William.