Union Meeting

1940

Herbert Silberman

Associated Names
Herbert Silberman

Artist, American, 1916 - 2001

This is a drawing of a group of figures standing and sitting in an urban setting. The work is rendered in a monochromatic palette, using shades of black and grey to create depth and shadow. In the foreground, several figures are huddled closely together, wearing long coats and hats. Another figure is seated in the background on a ledge or bench. The style of the drawing focuses on the use of chiaroscuro to define form and emphasizes realistic yet expressive human figures. The perspective and architecture in the background further emphasize depth, directing the viewer's eye into the urban landscape behind the figures.
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Inscriptions

Inscribed: In black ink: lower left, Union Meet; lower right, Herbert 40.

Wikidata ID

Q76442686

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