Howard Raftery

Raftery, John Howard

American, 1896 - 1963

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This is a drawing of a theater hall with a stage performance. The artwork captures an opulent theater interior where the focus is on a grand stage with an elaborate set featuring neo-classical columns and an arch. The audience is seated in the lower part of the composition, filling both the stalls and the balconies, attentively watching the performance. The ceiling and walls are intricately decorated with ornate patterns and reliefs, suggesting a luxurious setting. The drawing is crafted with monochromatic tones, emphasizing the architectural details and the crowd's presence.
Howard Raftery, The Opera, c. 1925, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.4036

The Opera

Howard Raftery · c. 1925 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.4036

The image shows an elevated viewpoint looking down at a large, rectangular building in a cityscape. The flat rooftop has chimneys with a prominent shadow cast. The horizon is high with a view of the urban environment, depicted with less detail as it recedes. The brushstrokes are dense and textured, emphasizing the building's structure. The surroundings are depicted with looser strokes. The color palette is black, white, and gray, creating a stark visual impact. Trees, cars, and architecture are depicted with contrast in their forms and shadows. The cityscape in the distance is blurry and shadowed.
Howard Raftery, 700 Rush Street, lithograph, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.7335

700 Rush Street

Howard Raftery · · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1943.3.7335

The image shows two large buildings viewed from a direct angle. The closest building is a multi-story residence with a turret, steep gables, intricate stonework, and windows. Behind it is a taller building with a gothic appearance. The focus is on the contrast between the two buildings, depicted in shades of gray. The use of detailed brushstrokes emphasizes texture and depth in the image.
Howard Raftery, 100 East Chicago Avenue, lithograph, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.7317

100 East Chicago Avenue

Howard Raftery · · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1943.3.7317

This is a painting of a nighttime scene outside an opera house. The artwork shows a well-lit entrance with a sign reading "GRAND OPERA FIRST WEEK". In front of the building, people dressed in formal attire are gathered, alongside vintage cars and a horse-drawn carriage. The strong contrast between the dark background and illuminated foreground accentuates the theater entrance. The style is akin to American Regionalism, similar to artists like Edward Hopper, portraying urban scenes.
Howard Raftery, The Opera, No.I, lithograph, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.7336

The Opera, No.I

Howard Raftery · · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1943.3.7336

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Illinois Farm House

Howard Raftery · · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1943.3.7334

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The Harold McCormick House

Howard Raftery · · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1943.3.7332

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Chapel of Saint Andrew, Saint James Cathedral

Howard Raftery · · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1943.3.7322

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Route 64, Maywood

Howard Raftery · · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1943.3.7319

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West Erie Street

Howard Raftery · · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1943.3.7328

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Groveland Park, Gate Lodge

Howard Raftery · · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1943.3.7316