Artwork
Springtime, New Orleans

Springtime, New Orleans is an ink print by George Overbury Hart. It dates from 1925 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Springtime, New Orleans is a 1925 lithograph by George Overbury Hart, capturing a serene, everyday moment within a dimly lit interior and its contrasting outdoor urban vista.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a solitary figure seated in a shadowy room, engaged with a drink and gazing out a shuttered window towards visible cityscape elements: pointed-roof buildings and a streetlamp, juxtaposing indoor solitude with outdoor urban presence.
Technique & Style
Characterized by quick, rough lines, the lithograph conveys a sense of rapid execution and sketchiness, contributing to an overall impression of a fleeting, quiet city moment.
History & Provenance
Created in 1925 by George Overbury Hart, specific provenance details are not provided in available information.
Context
While the title 'Springtime, New Orleans' suggests a seasonal and locational context, the interior focus and general urban exterior details do not strongly emphasize either aspect, keeping the scene somewhat universal despite its naming.
Legacy
No specific information is provided regarding the impact, exhibitions, or critical reception of 'Springtime, New Orleans' following its creation.
Artist & collection
![Men Drinking at a Table [verso], by George Overbury Hart](https://artifactworldgallery.com/img/george-overbury-hart--men-drinking-at-a-table-verso--7e9475e5b5079377-w320.webp)

![Chicken Vendors [recto], by George Overbury Hart](https://artifactworldgallery.com/img/george-overbury-hart--chicken-vendors-recto--d97b582e13465974-w320.webp)
















