The Woolworth Building from the Ferry 1914

This 1914 watercolor by Rachael Robinson Elmer, titled "The Woolworth Building from the Ferry", depicts the iconic skyscraper in its early days. The artist, who died just five years later, captures the building’s grandeur and its soaring height against the backdrop of the New York City skyline. From a perspective of a ferry, the artist highlights the bustling activity of the harbor, with a tugboat in the foreground, adding dynamism to the scene. The painting's soft, painterly brushstrokes lend a nostalgic air, showcasing the Woolworth Building as a symbol of urban progress in early 20th-century America.