Liberty 1930

Ellison Hoover's 1930 lithograph "Liberty" depicts the Statue of Liberty in a dramatic nighttime setting. The iconic monument is illuminated by the torch, casting a powerful glow against the dark background, creating a powerful symbol of freedom and hope. The artwork captures the statue's architectural details and the surrounding landscape, emphasizing the statue's role as a beacon of liberty for arriving immigrants. The use of light and shadow in this piece, a characteristic of Hoover's style, emphasizes the grandeur of the statue and adds a sense of mystery to the scene.