Building a Kiva

c. 1935

Harold Emerson Keeler

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Harold Emerson Keeler

Artist, American, 1905 - 1968

This painting shows workers engaged in construction activities around an architectural site. The scene depicted features stylistic elements such as broad areas of flat colors and bold outlines that suggest labor and architecture. Multiple figures are seen working with building materials, constructing and assembling blocks into a structural form that appears to be an edifice or ancient monument under a warm sky. The background includes geometric buildings in contrasting earthy hues of yellow, brown, and teal. The style is reminiscent of Diego Rivera, known for capturing labor scenes and monumental forms in his muralist work.
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Q76440782

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