Guy Wiggins' Old Trinity of 1930 depicts Trinity Church and the surrounding skyscrapers in lower Manhattan. Once the tallest building in New York, this Gothic Revival church designed by Richard Upjohn became a preferred subject for artists because of its pictorially fascinating location at the end of Wall Street where it is framed by strict geometric structures.

Taken from a birds-eye perspective from a nearby office building, Old Trinity illustrates an interesting juxtaposition between the old and new in architectural design and suggests a sense of the power of commerce contrasted with the spiritual associations of the church. Trinity Church, proud in its distinction and long history, soars upward toward the heavens with its spire projecting beyond the canvas edge. The white veil of snow from a blustery winter storm softens the dark and oppressive nature of the towering buildings creating an impressionistic view of lower Manhattan.

A letter from Guy Wiggins, Jr. discussing the painting accompanies the lot.