Queensboro Bridge, New York
ArtistDrawn by
Richard Welling
(American, 1926 - 2009)
Dateprobably 1971
MediumDrawing; black ink on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 14 x 16 3/4in. (35.6 x 42.5cm)
Sheet (height x width): 14 x 16 3/4in. (35.6 x 42.5cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of the Richard Welling Family
Object number2012.284.5823
DescriptionDrawing of the Queensboro Bridge in New York City. The bridge's masonry and steel girders are depicted in detail in the foreground, with the distant towers sketched in less detail. There is a barge passing under the bridge on the left.
Collections
The drawing is also similar to 2012.284.5842. There are subtle differences between them, including the finials atop the towers.
Date Note: The Technique of Drawing Buildings was published in 1971, which suggests that it was drawn before this date.
Status
Not on view