Artwork
The Woolworth Building from the Ferry
The Woolworth Building from the Ferry is an ink print by Rachael Robinson Elmer. It dates from 1914 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Woolworth Building from the Ferry is an offset lithograph created by Rachael Robinson Elmer in 1914.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a city skyline dominated by the Woolworth Building, then the world's tallest, rendered in gold against a soft blue sky and gray tones. A small boat moves across the water below, conveying a sense of activity.
Technique & Style
Elmer employed a simple, muted color palette and a lithographic technique to achieve a soft, painterly effect. The contrast between the golden building and the surrounding tones emphasizes its significance.
Artist & collection
