The City 1936

Raymond White Skolfield's "The City" (1936) is a black and white lithograph capturing a scene of urban construction. The composition is dominated by a cityscape, characterized by tall buildings, smokestacks, and a bridge. The lower portion of the artwork shows workers engaged in various activities, depicting a city in a state of transformation. The lithograph captures the dynamism of urban life and the constant evolution of the city, a theme prevalent in American art of the mid-20th century. The contrast between the bustling city and the quietude of the construction site creates a captivating sense of visual depth.