Sixteen East Gay Street
1924
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1924
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a quiet street corner with a mix of people and buildings. A woman kneels by a bicycle, fixing it. Two men walk down the sidewalk—one in a hat, the other bareheaded. In the background, a porch holds a few seated figures, and a tree frames the scene. The drawing uses bold lines and shading to show light and shadow. The title, *Sixteen East Gay Street*, hints this is a real place, likely in a city. The artist focused on everyday life, making ordinary moments feel alive. Next, check out The Cleveland Museum of Art to see more of this work up close.
