Operating Room

1935

Henry Melton Hesse

Associated Names
Henry Melton Hesse

Artist, American, 1908 - 1985

The image depicts an abstract composition with angular lines and geometric shapes. The shapes form figures of surgeons wearing masks and gowns around an operating table with a patient. Circular overhead lights suggest surgical lamps, and curved forms resemble a table with medical instruments. In the background, cylindrical shapes are reminiscent of gas tanks, and a clock is visible on the wall. Light and shadow play across the forms, creating depth and dimension in the room.
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Inscribed: In pencil: lower left, 6/14 Operating Room; lower right, Henry M. Hesse.

Wikidata ID

Q76455125

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