Winter 1934

"Winter" is a 1934 charcoal drawing by American artist Myer Abel (1904-1946) currently housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art. The drawing depicts a group of men gathered in a dimly lit space. Their faces are partially obscured, emphasizing their physical presence and highlighting the stark contrasts between the figures. Abel's drawing style is expressive and gestural, capturing the atmosphere of a cold and dreary winter scene. The work is a powerful example of social realism, reflecting the artist's interest in depicting the lives of working-class people.