Harlem Courtyard (1954) by Norman Lewis

Harlem Courtyard - Norman Lewis - 1954

Artwork Information

TitleHarlem Courtyard
ArtistNorman Lewis
Date1954
Mediumoil
Art MovementAbstract Expressionism

About Harlem Courtyard

“Harlem Courtyard,” an exquisite work of abstract art by Norman Lewis, created in 1954, represents an exemplary piece of the Abstract Expressionism movement. The medium used is oil, and the artwork falls under the abstract genre.

The artwork itself is a captivating display of intricate brushwork and a palette dominated by subdued, earthy tones interwoven with subtle bursts of muted color. Vertical and diagonal lines create a sense of fragmented structure, suggesting the chaotic dynamism of an urban environment, possibly evoking the dense and vibrant community of Harlem. The composition appears to pulsate with rhythmic energy, drawing the viewer into a rich tapestry of textures and shapes that merge and dissolve into one another, embodying the essence of abstraction.

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