Street Corner 1942

"Street Corner" is a 1942 linocut by Louise Arnstein Freedman. The artwork depicts a busy city street scene, using bold, colorful blocks and a simplified style. The bright colors of the buildings, signs, and streetlights contrast with the snowy ground. The scene depicts a moment of daily life, with people walking along the street and the prominent sign for "Buy Bonds" in the background, reflecting the wartime atmosphere. The artwork, created during World War II, uses the visual language of American Scene Painting, drawing inspiration from the urban landscape. The linocut technique gives the work a rough, textured surface, adding to its energy and dynamism.