Accession Number
102229
Medium
Oil on canvas
Dimensions
91.4 × 121.9 cm (36 × 48 in.)
Classification
Painting
Credit Line
Capital Campaign Fund
Tags
Color: Brown Color: Gray
Background & Context
Background Story
Richard Estes's Michigan Avenue with View of the Art Institute shows a classic Chicago scene rendered with his characteristic Photorealist precision. The reflections in windows, the play of light, and the urban details are captured with extraordinary accuracy.
Cultural Impact
Estes's cityscapes are among the most technically accomplished Photorealist works.
Why It Matters
This Michigan Avenue scene captures Chicago with Photorealist precision.
