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Dance in a Madhouse
Dance in a Madhouse is an ink print by George Bellows. It dates from 1917 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Dance in a Madhouse is a 1917 lithograph by American artist George Bellows, depicting a vibrant indoor dance scene.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows formally attired dancers moving energetically in a crowded, dimly lit room, conveying a sense of uninhibited joy and communal abandon.
Technique & Style
Bellows employed bold black lines on wove paper to capture dynamic movement, while the predominantly dark palette intensifies the scene's energy and immersion.
History & Provenance
Created in 1917, specific provenance details are not provided in the available information.
Context
This work reflects Bellows' interest in capturing everyday life and urban experiences, characteristic of his early 20th-century American artistic approach.
Legacy
Dance in a Madhouse exemplifies Bellows' lithographic technique and thematic focus, encouraging viewers to explore his broader oeuvre for stylistic and technical insights.
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Artist
George Wesley Bellows (August 12 or August 19, 1882 – January 8, 1925) was an American realist painter, known for his bold depictions of urban life in New York City.
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