Street ShadowsJacob Lawrence · 1959
Social Realism
1959
61.0 x 76.0 cm
Jacob Lawrence (1917 – 2000)
Discover Jacob Lawrence (1917-2000), a pivotal African American artist of the Harlem Renaissance. Known for his 'dynamic cubism' & powerful depictions of Black life, history, and social justice.
About this artwork
- Title: Street Shadows
- Artist: Jacob Lawrence
- Year: 1959
- Original dimensions: 61.0 x 76.0 cm
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Movement: Social Realism
- Corpus context: visual social commentary, social realism
- Color palette: Earthy
- Keywords: city life painting, social realist art, brown blue ochre art
Questions & Answers
What color intensity does "Street Shadows" by Jacob Lawrence have?
The colors in "Street Shadows" by Jacob Lawrence have a balanced intensity.
Why is the copyright status of "Street Shadows" what it is?
"Street Shadows" by Jacob Lawrence is still protected by copyright. Copyright terms are measured from the artist's death, and Jacob Lawrence died in 2000.
Which artistic current is "Street Shadows" by Jacob Lawrence part of?
The movement associated with "Street Shadows" by Jacob Lawrence is Social Realism. This classification situates the work among related artists and artworks.