The artwork titled “Vienna” was created by the artist Thomas Hart Benton in the year 1914. This piece falls under the art movements of Expressionism and Art Nouveau (Modern), and belongs to the genre of illustration.
The artwork features a simple yet evocative monochrome illustration with a fine line drawing technique. It depicts a busy outdoor café scene, highlighted by the detailed portrayal of figures deeply engaged in various activities. Prominent in the foreground is an elegantly dressed woman sitting at a table, seemingly lost in thought. Surrounding her, other patrons and waitstaff populate the scene, contributing to the lively yet contemplative ambiance. In the background, the lush foliage of the garden provides a natural frame, which contrasts with the structured arrangement of tables and chairs. This interplay between the serene environment and the bustling human interactions captures a slice of early 20th-century life with a sense of poetic simplicity.
