Under the El c. 1950 - 1955

Bernece Berkman-Hunter's "Under the El" (c. 1950-1955) is a linocut print that depicts a group of figures under the elevated train tracks. The artist uses bold lines and vibrant colors to create a dynamic and expressive scene. The figures are rendered in a simplified, almost cartoon-like style, but they convey a sense of energy and movement. The piece is characteristic of the Social Realism style of the mid-20th century, which often focused on the lives of everyday people in urban environments.