1916
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Between Rounds, Large, First Stone is a 1916 by George Bellows, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This painting shows a scene of a boxing match, with a boxer sitting on a stool in the center, leaning back against the ropes. He's wearing boxing shorts and has his arms outstretched, with one hand holding onto the ropes. In the background, there are other people standing around the ring, some of whom appear to be trainers or corner men. The atmosphere seems tense and dramatic. One interesting detail is the use of light and shadow in the painting, which creates a sense of depth and volume. The boxer's body is illuminated, while the background figures are more subdued, which helps to focus attention on the central figure. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, you might want to explore more of George Bellows' work.
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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