David Feinstein

American

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The image shows a group of people seated and standing around a stage-like area. Several adults and children have varied facial expressions and hairstyles. They wear different styles of clothing. Objects like chairs, architectural features, and a patterned floor are around them. The background features a cityscape silhouette, with tall buildings, birds, and clouds. The setting includes curtains, paintings, and a hanging light fixture.
David Feinstein, Visitor's Day, c. 1935-1943, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.1716

Visitor's Day

David Feinstein · c. 1935-1943 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.1716

This is a drawing of a group of people gathered around a handball court. In the center, there are two figures actively engaging in a game of handball. One of them is leaping towards the wall to hit the ball. Surrounding the court, there are several onlookers, including both adults and children, who appear to be observing the game intently. The scene is shaded with rich textures, using predominantly dark hues to depict the figures, trees, and layered hills in the background. The trees are barren. The setting gives an impression of a close-knit community or neighborhood scenario. The artwork captures a moment of shared experience and leisure in what might be an urban park or recreational area.
David Feinstein, Handball in Brooklyn, c. 1935-1943, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.1715

Handball in Brooklyn

David Feinstein · c. 1935-1943 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.1715

This is a drawing of a public space. The scene shows a large, structured interior with high ceilings and multiple areas for different activities. On the left, there is a counter with people behind and in front of it. The foreground displays tables with lamps, where individuals are engaged in reading or writing activities. Towards the back, additional workspaces are arranged, populated with people participating in similar tasks. The ambiance is lively, suggesting a place of learning or business with a consistent theme of engagement and concentration. The style is detailed, with attention to architectural elements and furniture within the space.
David Feinstein, Reference Room, c. 1935-1943, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.1718

Reference Room

David Feinstein · c. 1935-1943 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.1718

This is a drawing of a crowded auditorium during a union meeting. The audience fills both the main floor and a wrap-around balcony, all intently focused on the central figure who stands on a table, gesturing with one arm raised as if addressing the crowd. The scene is rich in detail, with intricate shading and stippling techniques giving depth to the figures and the theater’s architecture. The illustration is in black and white, with strong contrasts that emphasize the crowded environment and the focal point of the speaker.
David Feinstein, Union Meeting, c. 1935-1943, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.1717

Union Meeting

David Feinstein · c. 1935-1943 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.1717