Edward Hopper (1882-1967) (after) - "Night Windows, 1928"

- Edward Hopper (after), authorized offset lithograph on textured matte paper (300gsm approx.).

Stamp on the verso.

- Condition: excellent. Never framed, never exposed.

Size: 42.5 x 50.5 cm.

Edward Hopper was one of the most significant American realist painters of the 20th century, renowned for his quiet yet psychologically charged depictions of modern urban and rural life. His paintings often capture moments of stillness and isolation within the everyday gas stations, diners, hotel rooms, and apartment windows illuminated by a distinctive and emotionally resonant use of light.

Hopper studied at the New York School of Art under Robert Henri, who encouraged him to paint modern life with honesty and restraint. Over the years, his mature style evolved into a unique visual language that blends realism with introspection. His works evoke solitude and contemplation, revealing the subtle tension between human presence and architectural space.

His art has become deeply influential not only in painting but also in photography, cinema, and visual culture. Works such as Nighthawks (1942) and Automat (1927) are now icons of American modernity and alienation.

In the art market, Hopper’s works are among the most coveted by collectors of American realism. His oil paintings rarely appear at auction, but when they do, they command exceptional prices, frequently exceeding $30–90 million. Even his drawings and watercolors achieve strong results, reflecting the continued fascination with his psychological depth and distinctive atmosphere.

One of his notable works, Night Windows (1928), exemplifies his mastery of narrative ambiguity and spatial composition. The work depicts a nocturnal urban scene viewed from outside an apartment building. Through three illuminated windows, the viewer glimpses fragments of a domestic interior—a curtain lifted by the wind, the corner of a bed, and the partial figure of a woman bending forward. Hopper transforms this fleeting moment into a study of voyeurism, intimacy, and loneliness. The sharp contrast between the dark exterior façade and the warm light spilling from inside evokes both human vulnerability and the quiet poetry of urban life.

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