Jacob and the Angel 1950

"Jacob and the Angel" is a 1950 lithograph by American artist Benton Spruance, known for his expressive and often abstract style. The print depicts a dynamic struggle between the biblical figures of Jacob and the Angel, rendered in a simplified, almost gestural manner. Spruance's use of grayscale emphasizes the intensity of the encounter, the figures' intertwined forms almost dissolving into the surrounding darkness. The lithograph showcases Spruance's ability to convey powerful narratives through simplified forms and expressive lines, capturing the essence of the biblical story in a uniquely modern way.