Subway 1953

"Subway" is a 1953 lithograph by Lewis Thorgersen, depicting a scene of daily life in a crowded subway car. The composition focuses on a man in a coat and cap, seated with his head bowed, seemingly lost in thought. The artist's use of bold lines and chiaroscuro creates a sense of intimacy and realism, highlighting the subtle details of the passengers' expressions and postures. The artwork captures the anonymity and isolation that can be experienced in crowded urban environments.