Fantasia Americana, 1880 1943

"Fantasia Americana, 1880" is a 1943 lithograph by American artist Lawrence Kupferman. The print depicts a fantastical scene with a steam locomotive passing through a seemingly impossible architecture. The buildings appear to defy gravity, with multiple perspectives overlapping and creating a sense of surrealism. Hot air balloons float in the sky, while a checkered floor recedes into the distance, adding to the artwork's dreamlike quality. Kupferman's work is characterized by a blend of realism and imaginative elements, creating a unique and captivating visual experience.