East Village Apartment II 2017

Salman Toor's 2017 painting, *East Village Apartment II,* depicts a young man reclining on a green sofa in his East Village apartment, holding a glass of red wine. The painting, which utilizes a loose, expressive style, captures a moment of quiet contemplation and introspection. The figure's relaxed posture, the casual interior setting, and the nighttime view outside the window all contribute to the sense of intimacy and personal reflection that permeates the work. Toor's paintings often explore themes of identity, belonging, and desire, and *East Village Apartment II* exemplifies this interest in the private lives and experiences of individuals.