Fifth Avenue at Night 1923

"Fifth Avenue at Night," a 1923 lithograph by Muirhead Bone (1876-1953), depicts a nighttime view of New York City's iconic avenue. The artist's signature, along with the date and location, are subtly inscribed in the lower right corner of the composition. Through Bone's masterful use of dark and light, the buildings become monumental and imposing, their details obscured by the dim glow of streetlights. This minimalist and shadowy portrayal captures the essence of the city at night, highlighting the contrast between the hustle and bustle of the day and the quiet solitude of the night.