Edward Arthur Anderson , Mid-Century Rocket Ship Cityscape Abstract Skyline, ca. 1950s

In the present work, the artist arranges a series of rockets and support structures in a row to mimic the New York City skyline under hyper-dramatic lighting conditions. It embodies the ultimate and quintessential mid-century look. Masterfully composed and deftly executed, it features a complex latticework-like structure of flat, boldly colored, semi-abstract, interlocking shapes and lines. The artwork celebrates the mid-century American rocket age.
Signed lower right. Frame size 24 x 43 x 2
Professor of Art at the University of Florida. During his career, Mr. Anderson was a member of the Artist and Teachers at the Famous Artist School in Westport,
His work has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum and the Smithsonian, among other notable institutions.
Best viewed under a top gallery light to bring out the artist's rich palette of color
Oil on Masonite, 21 - 43 inches
Edward Arthur Anderson, American, 1923–2005
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