Tower '53,' 39 Storys
ArtistDrawn by
Richard Welling
American, 1926 - 2009
Date1967
MediumDrawing; black ink and pencil on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 23 3/8 x 17 7/8in. (59.4 x 45.4cm)
Sheet (height x width): 23 3/8 x 17 7/8in. (59.4 x 45.4cm)
Sheet (height x width): 23 3/8 x 17 7/8in. (59.4 x 45.4cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of the Richard Welling Family
DescriptionDrawing of the construction of the Tower 53 condos in New York City. Construction machinery, including a crane, is depicted, with trucks and automobiles on the ground as well with a group of people, probably construction workers, standing around. Some of the surrounding buildings are also depicted.
Object number2012.284.5109
MarkingsVerso, bottom right, stamped in gray ink: "The Estate of / RICHARD / WELLING" [in box]InscribedRecto, guidelines in pencil Recto, bottom right, handwritten in black ink: "TOWER '53' - 39 STORYS 2/3/67"
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- Richard Welling Collection
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