Rosalie Rush

Rush, Rosa

American, 1905 - 1971

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The image displays several large wooden barrels and a tangled heap of hoops in the foreground, beside a shed-like structure. The color palette consists mainly of black, white, and gray tones. The barrels and rings are located on the lower right side of the image near the shed. In the background, there is a body of water and a skyline of buildings fading into the distance, suggesting an industrial waterfront scene.
Rosalie Rush, Barrels, c. 1935-1943, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.4205

Barrels

Rosalie Rush · c. 1935-1943 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.4205

This is a painting of figures interacting with pieces of wood in an interior space. The scene is depicted in a monochromatic style with strong contrasts between dark and light tones. The composition suggests movement and interaction among the figures, who are engaged with blocks and planks of wood on the floor. The background walls and door are minimally detailed, focusing on the foreground activity. The style resembles woodcut prints with bold lines and emphasis on patterns and textures.
Rosalie Rush, Untitled (Street Game), c. 1935-1943, woodcut, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.4206

Untitled (Street Game)

Rosalie Rush · c. 1935-1943 · woodcut ·  Accession ID  2008.115.4206