Lynching

c. 1935-1941

Boris Gorelick

Associated Names
Boris Gorelick

Artist, American, 1908 - 1984

The image features twisted and elongated lines and shapes creating a chaotic composition. An exaggerated central figure emerges from a dark shape resembling a mask or statue. To the right is a multi-storied brick structure with barred windows and a small human figure behind a wall. Surrounding figures and forms intertwine, resembling draped fabric or fluid motions. On the far left, silhouetted figures stand in a cluster. Other elements include large hands or claws and tree-like structures.
This object’s media is not available for download. Contact us about image usage.

Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Within the print: lower left, B. G.; Boris Gorelick (not signature) lower right

Wikidata ID

Q76456680

You may be interested in

Loading Results