Construction of Building
ArtistDrawn by
Richard Welling
American, 1926 - 2009
Date1969
MediumDrawing; black ink on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 18 x 23 5/8in. (45.7 x 60cm)
Sheet (height x width): 18 x 23 5/8in. (45.7 x 60cm)
Sheet (height x width): 18 x 23 5/8in. (45.7 x 60cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of the Richard Welling Family
DescriptionDrawing of a construction site and partly-constructed, modern building, possibly the John Dempsey Hospital (part of the University of Connecticut Health Center complex) in Farmington, Connecticut. In the foreground is a lot containing two barrels or pipes. A construction crane sits at the back of the lot in front of the modern building. Also in front of it is a one-story building with a peaked roof.
Object number2012.284.5016
MarkingsVerso, bottom right, stamped in gray ink: "The Estate of / RICHARD / WELLING" [in box]InscribedRecto, bottom right, handwritten in black ink: "2/22/69"NotesSubject Note: The distinctive windows in the drawing are consistent with those of the University of Connecticut Health Center and John Dempsey Hospital. Construction on the hospital began in 1969.Subject Terms
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- Richard Welling Collection
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Richard Welling
1981-1984
