Here, we will learn more about thisfamous American artistand take a closer look at this beloved masterpiece.
Who was Edward Hopper?
Hopper eventually found financial stability in his 40s, which allowed him to pursue painting full-time.
Edward Hopper, “Nighthawks,” 1942 (Photo:Wikimedia Commons, Public domain)
His most famous works, likeNighthawks, were created during his late career.
Unlike many of his other depictions dealing with isolation,Nighthawksstars a group of subjects.
The primary subject is not a lone figure, the scene still evokes a sense of solitude.
Photo of Edward Hopper in Paris, 1907 (Photo:Wikimedia Commons, Public domain)
Set late at night, the composition quietly presents a look at an unassumingneighborhood diner.
Unconsciously, probably, Hopper explained, I was painting the loneliness of a large city.
Outside, the streets appear abandoned, implying the scene is set well into the night.
Prior to touching his brush to the canvas, he woulddraft his ideas in a sketchbook.
Light walls, dull yellow ocre [sic] door into kitchen right.
Very good looking blond boy in white (coat, cap) inside counter.
Detail of ‘Nighthawks' (Photo:Wikimedia Commons, Public domain)
Girl in red blouse, brown hair eating sandwich.
Other figure dark sinister backat left.
Light side walk outside pale greenish.
Detail of ‘Nighthawks' (Photo:Wikimedia Commons, Public domain)
Darkish red brick houses opposite.
Sign across top of restaurant, darkPhillies 5c cigar.
Outside of shop dark, green.
Detail of ‘Nighthawks' (Photo:Wikimedia Commons, Public domain)
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