The artwork, titled “New York with Moon,” was created by Georgia O’Keeffe in 1925. It is an oil painting on canvas, belonging to the Precisionism movement and categorized under the genre of cityscape. This significant piece is currently housed at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in Madrid, Spain.
The artwork masterfully depicts the urban landscape of New York City, highlighting the geometric forms and sharp lines characteristic of the Precisionism movement. Dominated by towering architectural silhouettes, the scene invokes a sense of grandeur and modernity. The dark structures contrast starkly with the ethereal moon that peeks through a tapestry of wispy clouds, casting a serene glow over the cityscape. In the foreground, a luminous street lamp adds a focal point, further intensifying the interplay of light and shadow. The juxtaposition of artificial and natural light sources accentuates O’Keeffe’s ability to capture the essence of a bustling metropolis under the serene embrace of the night sky.