Card-Playing Fishermen 1953 - 1954

"Card-Playing Fishermen" is a black and white print created by American artist Robert von Neumann between 1953 and 1954. The print depicts a group of five fishermen playing cards on a wooden dock. The figures are rendered in a realistic style, with detailed attention paid to their clothing and expressions. The background features a partially obscured fishing vessel, which reinforces the maritime theme of the piece. The image is a poignant portrayal of the lives of working-class people. Neumann's depiction of the scene captures the quiet intimacy of the moment, suggesting a sense of camaraderie and shared experience among the fishermen.