The Area of Manhattan between the McGraw-Hill Building, Columbus Circle, and Tompkins Square 1977

Sol LeWitt's "The Area of Manhattan between the McGraw-Hill Building, Columbus Circle, and Tompkins Square" (1977) is a conceptual artwork that explores the relationship between photography, mapping, and urban space. The piece presents a black and white photograph of a section of Manhattan, cropped into a triangular shape. The artist used a found aerial photograph of Manhattan as a source for his artwork, highlighting the city's grid-like structure and demonstrating his interest in geometric forms. This piece belongs to a series of conceptual artworks that represent LeWitt's engagement with urban planning and the city's design.