The artwork titled “24th Street Intersection,” created by Wayne Thiebaud in 1977, is rendered in oil and exemplifies the Expressionism art movement. It measures 90.5 by 121.9 centimeters and portrays a cityscape, currently residing in a private collection.
Depicting an intersection on a steep incline, the artwork captures the stark geometry of urban infrastructure with an acute sense of perspective and elevation. The viewer is provided with a sweeping view of the street as it climbs sharply, flanked by a building on the left and a hillside adorned with sparse trees on the right. Overhead power lines add a complex web of linear detail to the otherwise minimalistic scene. The color palette primarily consists of muted tones, accentuated by moments of more vibrant hues, drawing attention to certain elements within the composition. The intersection itself commands a striking visual due to Wayne Thiebaud’s masterful use of line and form, creating a vivid depiction of the mundane made extraordinary.
