At the Bureau 1974

Leonard Baskin's 1974 lithograph "At the Bureau" depicts two figures, one male and one female, in a stark and expressionistic style. The composition is divided into two distinct sections, with the male figure on the left appearing shrouded in darkness and the female figure on the right bathed in a warm, peach-colored light. The contrasting colors and strong lines create a sense of tension and unease, highlighting the dramatic narrative within the artwork. Baskin's characteristic use of bold lines and dramatic shadows, evokes a sense of psychological depth and heightened emotion, making the artwork a compelling example of his signature style.