Underpass 1948

"Underpass," a 1948 lithograph by Philip Burnham Hicken, depicts a simplified cityscape, likely inspired by the artist's urban environment. The use of bold lines and flat geometric shapes, reminiscent of Cubist and Art Deco styles, creates a sense of depth and structure within the composition. The lone figure in the foreground, walking under an archway, adds a sense of human presence and scale to the otherwise abstract representation of architecture and industry. Hicken's artwork captures the essence of modern urban life through its minimalist yet evocative visual language.