1921
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
The White Hope is a 1921 ink by George Bellows, held at National Gallery of Art.
In this painting, a boxer stands tall in the left foreground, wearing boxing shorts and shoes. He has his right arm bent at the elbow, with his fist clenched and ready to throw a punch. His left arm is also bent, with his fist clenched and held close to his body. The boxer's face is focused and determined. In the background, a crowd of people can be seen watching the fight. Some of them are standing, while others are seated. The atmosphere is tense and exciting, with the crowd eagerly awaiting the outcome of the match. The painting is a lithograph in black, which gives it a bold and dramatic appearance. The use of lithography allows for a high level of detail and texture, making the image feel dynamic and engaging. If you're interested in learning more about this technique, you might want to explore the world of lithography.
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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