Hotel Room (1931) by Edward Hopper

Hotel Room - Edward Hopper - 1931

Artwork Information

TitleHotel Room
ArtistEdward Hopper
Date1931
MediumOil on Canvas
Dimensions60 x 65 inches
Art MovementSocial Realism
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About Hotel Room

Edward Hopper’s painting “Hotel Room” from 1931 depicts a woman sitting on the edge of a bed in an anonymous hotel room, checking the time of her train the next day. The piece showcases the artist’s interest in solitude and urban themes, which are prominent throughout his body of work.

One key aspect of Hopper’s aesthetic is the “horizontality” of lines and play of light on buildings and people, creating silent moments full of life. This can be seen in “Hotel Room”, where strong contrasts between light and shadow emphasize how natural light pours into anonymized interiors.

The painting is one example from Hopper’s famous works that accurately depict familiar scenes and situations. Known for their isolation, loneliness, and impact cities can have on people, these paintings reflect everyday life without feeling mundane.

Through his art, Hopper uses strong contrasts between light and shadow to portray an interpretation of realism that beautifully captures unnoticed daily moments while evoking thought-provoking introspection.

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