Painting
Photo credit: Michael Hnatov
Accession Number: C.2009.312.1
Dimensions: 18 in X 24 in X 1.125 in
Dimensions (Metric): 45.72 cm X 60.96 cm X 2.8575 cm
Dimensions (Metric): 45.72 cm X 60.96 cm X 2.8575 cm
Source: Steven Morello, Jr.
Credit Line: Gift in memory of Steven P. Morello
Description
Acrylic on canvas painting created by Steven P. Morello, Jr., son of Steven P. Morello. The painting depicts a boy, likely a self-portrait of the artist, holding up his left arm reaching towards his father. He has a grief-stricken expression on his face and is wearing a red shirt. "DADDY’S BOY" is written on the shirt. Behind the figure are the burning Twin Towers with smoke and flames.
Acrylic on canvas painting created by Steven P. Morello, Jr., son of Steven P. Morello. The painting depicts a boy, likely a self-portrait of the artist, holding up his left arm reaching towards his father. He has a grief-stricken expression on his face and is wearing a red shirt. "DADDY’S BOY" is written on the shirt. Behind the figure are the burning Twin Towers with smoke and flames.
Historical Notes
Native New Yorker Steven Morello lived with his wife, Eileen, in Bayonne, New Jersey. They had raised three children. Steven’s pastimes included doing crossword puzzles, playing the lottery, and learning guitar to serenade Eileen with ballads. On September 11, Steven, an office manager for Marsh & McLennan, was working on the North Tower’s 93rd floor. He was 52 years old.
Native New Yorker Steven Morello lived with his wife, Eileen, in Bayonne, New Jersey. They had raised three children. Steven’s pastimes included doing crossword puzzles, playing the lottery, and learning guitar to serenade Eileen with ballads. On September 11, Steven, an office manager for Marsh & McLennan, was working on the North Tower’s 93rd floor. He was 52 years old.
