Maxwell Street, Chicago, from Yiddish Motifs
Todros Geller
"Maxwell Street, Chicago, from Yiddish Motifs" by Todros Geller captures the vibrant Jewish immigrant community in Chicago during the early 20th century, reflecting the cultural and social dynamics of the Maxwell Street area. Geller, an artist of Ukrainian origin, utilized his work to explore themes of Jewish identity and urban life, contributing to the visual documentation of immigrant experiences in America.
"Maxwell Street, Chicago, from Yiddish Motifs" by Todros Geller is a woodcut that depicts a bustling urban scene characterized by its dynamic composition and intricate detailing. The use of black ink on Japanese wood veneer paper enhances the contrast and texture, capturing the vibrancy and cultural richness of the Maxwell Street market area in Chicago.