Circus, No. 5
1925
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1925
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
Circus, No. 5 is a 1925 by Augustus Peck, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This print shows two acrobats in mid-performance. One stands tall, balancing a pole on their shoulder while holding a ball, dressed in a dotted outfit. The other leans back, arms outstretched, as if caught in a flip. The background looks like a simple stage with a few lights. The artist used bold black lines and solid blocks of white to create strong shapes. The acrobats’ faces are simple, almost like masks, but their movements feel full of energy. Next, check out Augustus Peck (American, 1906–1975) to see more of his work.
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