Fourteenth Street 1925

"Fourteenth Street" by Alexander Calder is an oil painting created in 1925 that depicts a bustling nighttime scene in New York City. The painting captures the energy and vibrancy of the city with its depiction of illuminated buildings, bright neon signs, and a mix of pedestrians and vehicles. Calder, known for his later mobiles and sculptures, uses bold brushstrokes and a limited color palette to highlight the contrast between light and shadow. The painting showcases Calder's artistic development in the 1920s, as he experimented with different mediums and techniques.