The Shadow of a Great Bird Falls on My Face 1957

Benton Spruance's 1957 lithograph, "The Shadow of a Great Bird Falls on My Face," is a striking example of Expressionism. The composition features a rider on horseback, the figure's face obscured by the large, expressive shadow of a bird in flight. The artist utilizes bold, black lines and heavy shading to create a sense of movement and drama. The use of bold lines and dark tones creates an atmosphere of mystery and suspense. The artist's style captures a powerful moment of contemplation and the feeling of being enveloped by something larger than oneself.