1916
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Between Rounds, large, first stone is a 1916 ink by George Bellows, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white print shows two boxers in a ring, one sitting on a stool with his head down, the other leaning on the ropes. Around them, a crowd of spectators watches from the sidelines, some standing, others perched on chairs. The scene feels tense, with the boxers taking a break between rounds. The title *Between Rounds* is written in small letters at the bottom, hinting at the moment of rest in the middle of a fight. The artist used a technique that creates sharp lines and shadows, giving the scene a gritty, dramatic feel. Check out lithography to see how this print was made.
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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