Untitled (War and Money) c. 1940

Joseph Anthony Buzzelli's powerful 1940 drawing, *Untitled (War and Money)*, uses graphic imagery to express the artist's anxieties about the growing power of money and militarism in the lead-up to World War II. The dark, expressive pencil work depicts an ominous gun barrel and a dripping pool of blood that engulfs a heap of money and skulls, creating a chilling visual metaphor of the dangers of greed and war. Buzzelli's use of skulls and money is symbolic, representing both the cost of war and the corrupting power of greed, creating a powerful and lasting impact on the viewer. This artwork is a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of conflict and the importance of striving for peace.