Hester Street c. 1925 - 1930

"Hester Street" is a black and white woodcut by American artist Ethel Spears, created between 1925 and 1930. The print depicts a bustling scene on Hester Street in New York City, with street vendors, pedestrians, and buildings. Spears' woodcut style, with its bold lines and stark contrasts, captures the energy and dynamism of urban life. The image showcases the artist's talent for capturing the essence of a place and time, offering a glimpse into the everyday lives of New Yorkers in the 1920s. The use of a woodcut technique further emphasizes the urban environment with its strong lines and shapes.