Barber Shop - Wall Art by Edward Hopper 1931 - Wall Art Rolled Canvas Print
ROLLED CANVAS PRINT
Printed using only high quality inks on gallery grade 280 GSM fine art canvas with a smooth matte finish to ensure a sharp vibrant image. Includes an additional 1.5 inch white border to assist with mounting or framing. Please add a note when ordering if you do not require a border.Orders dispatched the next working day. Estimated UK delivery 1-2 days, international 8-10 working days or less.
Barber Shop - Wall Art by Edward Hopper 1931
"Barber Shop" by Edward Hopper, painted in 1931, is a striking depiction of urban life rendered in Hopper's signature style, characterized by stark realism and a sense of isolation. The painting portrays a typical barber shop scene of the early 20th century.
In the foreground, we see the interior of the barber shop, illuminated by the soft glow of daylight filtering through the large window. The barber stands at attention, his back to the viewer, focused on his task. His customer sits in the barber chair, his face obscured, lending an air of anonymity to the scene.
The composition is meticulously arranged, with every detail carefully rendered. The barber's tools and equipment are meticulously arranged on the counter, suggesting a sense of order and routine. The simplicity of the setting is emphasized by the absence of any extraneous decoration or ornamentation.
Outside the window, we catch a glimpse of the bustling city beyond, hinted at by the faint outlines of buildings and the blurred figures of passers-by. This juxtaposition of the intimate interior space of the barber shop with the distant, impersonal cityscape outside underscores the theme of urban alienation that pervades much of Hopper's work.
The overall mood of the painting is one of quiet contemplation and introspection, inviting viewers to reflect on the solitude and anonymity of modern urban life. Hopper's masterful use of light and shadow adds depth and dimension to the scene, imbuing it with a sense of mystery and melancholy.
"Barber Shop" is a timeless portrayal of the human experience, capturing the essence of a moment in time with timeless clarity and grace.
