Interior (Model Reading) 1925

"Interior (Model Reading)" is a 1925 painting by Edward Hopper, one of the most recognized American realist painters of the 20th century. The painting depicts a solitary woman sitting in a chair in a dimly lit room, lost in a book. The starkness of the composition, dominated by the large dresser and mirror, emphasizes the sense of isolation and introspection. Hopper's signature use of light and shadow creates a mood of quiet contemplation, highlighting the woman's sense of loneliness and detachment from the outside world. The painting's composition and the model's subtle pose embody a sense of stillness and solitude, characteristic of Hopper's work, making it an enduring example of American realism.