The End of the World

Lewis W. Rubenstein

Created:
Movement:
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Contemporary Art
key Notes:
Apocalyptic Landscape, Surreal Imagery
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Dimensions:
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Master
New game
story of the work:

"The End of the World," created by Lewis W. Rubenstein in 1970, is a significant work that reflects the artist's engagement with themes of existentialism and environmental concerns during a period marked by social upheaval and ecological awareness. The painting employs a vivid color palette and dynamic composition to convey a sense of urgency and impending crisis, contributing to discussions on the human condition and the fragility of the planet.

Description of the work:

"The End of the World" by Lewis W. Rubenstein features a dramatic composition characterized by a tumultuous sky rendered in deep, swirling hues of red and black, suggesting a cataclysmic event. The foreground is populated with fragmented figures and debris, employing a dynamic interplay of light and shadow that enhances the sense of chaos and urgency within the scene.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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The End of the World