Who painted Lewisohn Stadium, New York?

Lewisohn Stadium, New York was painted by George Overbury Hart in 1928.

Where can I see Lewisohn Stadium, New York?

Lewisohn Stadium, New York is held by National Gallery of Art.

Artwork

Lewisohn Stadium, New York

George Overbury Hart , 1928

Lewisohn Stadium, New York is an ink drawing by George Overbury Hart. It dates from 1928 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

George Overbury Hart's drawing, Lewisohn Stadium, New York, circa 1928, captures a dynamic scene of a crowded stadium in pen, black ink, charcoal, and gray wash on brown paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a lively stadium scene with a mixed crowd: seated and standing individuals, and some engaged in playing instruments, conveying a sense of communal activity or event.

Technique & Style

Hart employed loose, rapid lines, layering small strokes to achieve textured shadows and depth. The expressive, possibly on-site execution suggests a spontaneous, observational approach.

History & Provenance

Created around 1928, the work's provenance and exhibition history are not detailed here, focusing instead on the artwork's intrinsic qualities.

Context

Lewisohn Stadium, located in the Bronx, was a significant venue for sports and events during the 1920s, making it a plausible setting for Hart's observational drawing.

Legacy

While specific influence or notable exhibitions of this piece are not highlighted, it reflects Hart's practice of capturing urban life and public gatherings of his time.

Artist & collection

Artist

George Overbury Hart

George Overbury Hart (1923–1923) was an artist.

Museum

National Gallery of Art

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