Two A.M. 1942

"Two A.M." is a graphite drawing by American artist Cooper Nott Lansing, created in 1942. The artwork depicts a scene of a nighttime fire, with firefighters using ladders to reach the top of a burning building. Lansing's dramatic use of light and shadow emphasizes the urgency of the situation and the bravery of the firefighters. The artist's signature is visible in the lower right corner of the drawing. This piece is a powerful reminder of the risks firefighters face in protecting communities, and it captures the intensity and heroism of their work.