San Francisco Waterfront – (Christian August Jorgensen) Previous Next


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Date: 1898

Museum: Centennial One Object Exhibit (None, United States)

Technique: Oil On Canvas

Originally from Oslo, Norway, Chris Jorgensen settled in California and trained at the San Francisco School of Design. Jorgensen is known for his paintings of San Francisco and Yosemite, as well as his depictions of California missions. This work captures the San Francisco waterfront from the northeast, looking towards the Ferry Building. Nob and Telegraph Hills and Twin Peaks are visible in the background. In the foreground is the hulk of a three masted ship under tow by a tug, while a fishing felucca looks on.San Francisco Maritime National Historical ParkSan Francisco, Califorinia

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