Movement—Grain Elevators, No. 2 1916

"Movement—Grain Elevators, No. 2" is an etching from 1916 by American artist John Marin. This print, like many of Marin's works, focuses on urban landscapes and the abstract qualities of structures and movement. Marin's signature style utilizes simplified shapes and gestural lines to capture the essence of his subject, here conveying the imposing scale and dynamism of the grain elevators. This work's bold lines and minimal shading create a sense of energy and vibrancy, exemplifying Marin's pioneering contribution to American modernism.