1920s Modernist and Cultural Artworks: Key Paintings, Photographs, and Sculptures

I Saw the Figure 5 in Gold

A 1928 painting by Charles Demuth that reflects modernist themes and the influence of Cubism.

The Lawrence Tree

A 1929 painting by Georgia O'Keeffe, known for its abstract representation of nature.

Leaf Pattern

A photographic work by Imogen Cunningham created before 1929, showcasing her interest in natural forms.

Rayograph

A photographic technique developed by Man Ray in 1922, involving the creation of images without a camera.

Woman on Sofa

A painting by Guy Pène Du Bois, created between 1922 and 1927, depicting a woman in a domestic setting.

Spring Sale at Bendel's

A 1921 painting by Florine Stettheimer that captures the vibrancy of New York's fashion scene.

Couple, Harlem

A 1932 photograph by James Van Der Zee that portrays African American life in Harlem.

Saturday Night

A 1935 painting by Archibald Motley Jr. that depicts nightlife in an urban setting.

City Activities With Dance Hall

A work by Thomas Hart Benton created between 1930 and 1931, illustrating American life and culture.

Watch

A 1925 painting by Gerald Murphy that reflects the precision and aesthetics of modern design.

Ethiopia Awakening

A sculpture by Meta Warrick Fuller, created around 1921, symbolizing African cultural pride.

Boy Stealing Fruit

A 1923 painting by Yasuo Kuniyoshi that captures a moment of childhood mischief.

Ennis House

A house designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in Los Angeles between 1923 and 1924, known for its Mayan Revival style.

Bowl and Plate

Ceramic works by Maria and Julian Martinez, created between the 1925 and 1930s, representing Pueblo pottery.

Criss-Crossed Conveyors

A 1927 painting by Charles Sheeler that depicts industrial processes at the Ford Motor Company.

Hands Resting on a Tool

A 1927 photograph by Tina Modotti that emphasizes the connection between labor and art.

Let My People Go

A work by Aaron Douglas created between 1935 and 1939, reflecting themes of African American identity and struggle.