The artwork titled “Empty Road (White)” was created by Howard Finster in 1985. It belongs to the Art Brut movement and is categorized under the figurative genre.
The artwork features a densely detailed and intricately illustrated landscape. It is monochromatic, rendered in black and white, and is filled with various elements such as mountains, churches, and texts. The scene is adorned with multiple inscriptions, each contributing to the narrative embedded within the artwork. Flying above the landscape are several celestial objects and figures, including clouds and what appear to be spacecraft or airplanes. The landscape is populated with complex structures and pathways, creating a dynamic and rich tapestry of visual and textual elements. The hand-drawn quality of the lines and the meticulous attention to detail highlight Howard Finster’s unique artistic style and his place within the Art Brut movement.
