Untitled (Detroit Scene) 1932

Lucienne Bloch's 1932 lithograph "Untitled (Detroit Scene)" is a striking depiction of the American industrial landscape. The print features a bustling scene of cars parked in front of a large factory building, with a water tower emblazoned with "Buick" dominating the skyline. The detailed, almost mechanical rendering of the cars and factory, coupled with the stark black and white tones, offers a glimpse into the era's fascination with industrial progress and the rise of the automobile. The inclusion of human figures, though small in scale, adds a sense of human presence in the otherwise mechanical world, contributing to the overall social commentary of the artwork.