“Windows (no. 2)” is an artwork by Alice Neel created in 1965. This painting is a part of the Expressionism movement and is categorized as a cityscape genre. Neel’s piece reflects an expressionistic interpretation of urban architecture, focusing on the windows of a building.
In the painting, the viewer is presented with a vertical array of windows against a flat building facade. The windows are of varying sizes and are not uniformly aligned, giving the artwork an expressive, slightly distorted perception of space. Each window reveals different shades and tones, with one displaying a vibrant green that stands out from the more muted colors typical of the other windows. The structural elements of the building look somewhat exaggerated or stylized, with dark outlines emphasizing their shapes. The painting utilizes a range of earthy colors combined with instances of brighter hues, possibly to reflect different aspects or moods of city life. The brushwork appears loose and gestural, contributing to the overall expressiveness of the scene.
