The Mob

1935

Carl Hoeckner

Associated Names
Carl Hoeckner

Artist, American, born Germany, 1883 - 1972

This is a drawing of an abstract crowd of faces and raised hands. The drawing features numerous individuals closely packed together, each with unique features. Many hands are raised amidst the crowd. Stark contrasts between light and dark areas are used to emphasize the scene's complexity. The composition conveys a sense of urgency and collective expression, suggesting a large gathering or assembly.
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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Conner-Rosenkranz, New York, NY); Reba and Dave Williams, Greenwich, CT, 1992; gift to NGA, 2008

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left in black pencil: The Mob; lower center in black pencil: #29; lower right in black pencil: Carl Hoeckner; lower left in image: [CH monogram]

Wikidata ID

Q76550986

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