
Post Office, 33rd and 8th
A masterful example of Estes' signature Photorealist style, this woodcut captures the crisp, reflective surfaces and urban geometry of a New York City post office at the corner of 33rd Street and 8th Avenue. The artist's meticulous technique translates the complexity of glass, signage, and architectural detail into a richly layered print, rendered in vibrant colors on handmade Japanese paper. The work exemplifies Estes' ability to transform the ordinary street-level cityscape into a composition of striking visual precision and quiet contemplation.
- Medium
- Woodcut in colors, on handmade Japanese paper, with full margins.
- Dimensions
- Signed
- Yes
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
🔨 Auction Lot
Editions & Works on Paper
February 7, 2026
Estimate: $600 – $900
Sold: $4,515
Lot 30
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