The Seamstress (1946) by Jacob Lawrence

The Seamstress - Jacob Lawrence - 1946

Artwork Information

TitleThe Seamstress
ArtistJacob Lawrence
Date1946
Art MovementExpressionism,Social Realism

About The Seamstress

The artwork, titled “The Seamstress” and created by Jacob Lawrence in 1946, falls within the Expressionism and Social Realism art movements and is classified as a genre painting.

The artwork depicts a seamstress deeply focused on her craft, with an industrial sewing machine positioned prominently at the center. The depicted scene is rich in vivid colors, particularly reds, yellows, and blacks, and showcases the seamstress’s hands actively engaged in sewing fabric. The composition conveys a sense of intensity and dedication through its dynamic lines and bold forms. The background includes hanging garments and patterns, contributing to the domestic and industrious atmosphere. The use of expressive colors and forms exemplifies Jacob Lawrence’s distinctive style, emphasizing the social realities and emotional depths of the everyday experiences depicted.

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