Harlem River Bridges 1940

"Harlem River Bridges" is a 1940 color woodcut print by Elizabeth Olds, a prominent American artist known for her urban landscapes. This artwork depicts the industrial landscape of the Harlem River in New York City, with multiple bridges spanning the waterway. Olds's bold use of color and simplified forms captures the energy and dynamism of this urban environment, highlighting the industrial activity and the movement of traffic across the bridges. This scene offers a glimpse into the urban landscape of early 20th-century New York City.