Snow in New York
1902 National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C.
About this artwork
This oil on canvas depicts a wintry cityscape with horse-drawn carriages navigating a snow-covered street in New York City. The painting exemplifies the Ashcan School's focus on urban scenes and everyday life.
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Robert Henri was the leading figure of the Ashcan School, a group of artists who sought to portray the raw, grittier reality of urban life rather than the idealized landscapes favored by contemporary academics. His move to New York in 1900 proved pivotal, as he became fascinated by the movement and mood of the city, often capturing the transient effects of weather on city streets as seen in this evocative piece.
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Snow in New York
Robert Henri, 1902
