1923
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Final Instructions is a 1923 by George Bellows, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This sketch shows a man in a suit and hat handing something to a shirtless man standing in a grassy area. In the background, other nude figures stand around, some turned away. The scene looks like it’s happening at dusk, with dark shadows and a faint glow in the distance. The man in the suit holds a small object, maybe a key or a tool, while the shirtless man stands barefoot. The lighting is dramatic, with strong contrasts between light and dark. If you like this style, look up chiaroscuro next.
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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