Artwork

New Society Dinner Card

New Society Dinner Card, by George Bellows, 1923
New Society Dinner Card, by George Bellows, 1923

New Society Dinner Card is a print by George Bellows. It dates from 1923 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

New Society Dinner Card is a 1923 print by George Bellows, an American artist known for his realistic depictions of urban life.

Subject & Meaning

The print shows a shirtless man holding a martini glass in front of a large white winged horse. The scene may capture a moment in the evolving social landscape of New York City, reflecting Bellows' engagement with contemporary society.

Technique & Style

The work features bold lines and contrasting colors, with realistic rendering of the man and horse, and a more stylized background. The overall effect is one of energy and movement.

Artist & collection

Portrait of George Bellows

Artist

George Bellows

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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