New York Pavements, 1924

Edward Hopper's 1924 painting "New York Pavements" is a classic example of his urban realism style. The painting depicts a deserted city street with two figures, a nun and a man, in the foreground. Hopper's use of stark light and shadow creates a sense of loneliness and isolation, characteristic of his work. The precise rendering of architectural details, like the columns and window, highlight the urban setting and the sense of isolation the figures experience in the vast city. Hopper's paintings capture the quiet moments of everyday life in the urban landscape, offering a unique perspective on American modernism and the human experience in the city.