Under the Bridges, Chicago

About this work

This etching shows a dark, crisscrossed bridge arching over a river. Below, the water is rough, and a small boat sits near the shore. The buildings on either side look old and weathered, with broken windows and peeling walls. The artist used sharp lines to show the bridge’s metal beams and the rough texture of the water. The shadows make the scene feel cold and quiet. Next, check out etching to see how artists like this one carve images into metal plates.