Lower Broadway

Lower Broadway

William Walcot

1923

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This sketch shows a busy city street with tall buildings on both sides. The architecture looks old, with big columns and detailed facades. Horse-drawn carriages and lots of people fill the street, all drawn in quick, sketchy lines. The artist focused on the energy of the city, using loose strokes to show movement. The buildings tower over the scene, making the street feel narrow and packed. Next, check out The Cleveland Museum of Art to see more works like this.

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