"Baseball at Night"




"Baseball at Night"
By Morris Kantor a Russian artist
Location: West Nyack, New York
Year; 1934

I like this painting because I feel it depicts optimism in a time of great depression and anxiety for the people of America. It shows people gathering together in the nocturnal atmosphere to escape the harsh times at home for some camaraderie and both affordable and fun entertainment. The flags flying in the background of the painting show patriotism which gave a sense of hope and pride to the American people.

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4 comments:

Larryian [Lari] Taylor said...

I like this painting because it captures people away from their troubles, like it gives them a piece of mind.

emily said...

i love this painting becasue even though they are going through a hard time they are still able have fun and come together as a team

Avia said...

Baseball is America's passtime. It was a way for many people to forget about financial trouble and enjoy a baseball game at night. I love this one!

Caitster said...

I agree that this piece of art represents great optimism during a tough period. Baseball was a good example of how American people tried to make the best of their situation.