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George Bellows — The Jury
George Bellows

The Jury

1916

George Bellows' lithograph "The Jury" depicts a group of jurors in deliberation, capturing the intensity and psychological complexity of their collective decision making process. Created in the early 20th century, the work showcases Bellows' characteristic expressionistic style with bold, vigorous marks and dramatic contrasts of light and shadow. The composition emphasizes the human drama inherent in the American legal system, reflecting Bellows' broader interest in depicting ordinary people in moments of social and civic significance.

Medium
lithograph

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George Bellows, The Jury, 1916

George Bellows' lithograph "The Jury" depicts a group of jurors in deliberation, capturing the intensity and psychological complexity of their collective decision making process. Created in the early 20th century, the work showcases Bellows' characteristic expressionistic style with bold, vigorous marks and dramatic contrasts of light and shadow. The composition emphasizes the human drama inherent in the American legal system, reflecting Bellows' broader interest in depicting ordinary people in moments of social and civic significance.

Medium
lithograph
Year
1916
Seen at
Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH

Related themes

Courtroom scene, Early 20th Century, Dark And Dramatic, Ashcan School, American Artist, Urban Subject Matter, Legal system and justice, Expressionistic Style, Oil on Canvas, Social Realism

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