Artwork
The Elevator
The Elevator is a print by Russell T. Limbach. It dates from 1928 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1960.240
- Credit line
- Gift of William C. Keough
About this work
Overview
The Elevator, a print by Russell T. Limbach from circa 1928, is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. It depicts a gathering of formally attired men in a dimly lit environment.
Subject & Meaning
The scene focuses on a group of serious-faced men in suits and hats, some with glasses or smoking pipes, engaged in conversation within a somber, introspective atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Limbach employed chiaroscuro to create depth and dimensionality, guiding the viewer's eye into the composition through strategic use of light and shadow against a dark, vertically lined background.
History & Provenance
Created around 1928, the work is currently held in the collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Artist & collection
