Civic Insomnia (New York) 1932

"Civic Insomnia (New York)" is a 1932 etching by American artist Gerald Geerlings (1897-1998). The artwork depicts a nighttime view of the New York City skyline, seen from across the water, with a group of figures in the foreground. The dark tones of the print, combined with the city's twinkling lights and the reflective surface of the water, create a sense of tranquility and solitude in a bustling urban environment. The artwork highlights the artist's expertise in printmaking and his fascination with the urban landscape.