An artwork on Galleree from The Art Institute of Chicago.
About the artwork
Artist in the SuburbsSeymour Rosofsky
American, 1924-1981
1978
United States
154.9 × 212 cm (61 × 83 1/2 in.)
Oil on canvas
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Koffler
['abstract shapes', 'floral motifs', 'homes', 'trees']
['painting', 'modern and contemporary art']
['Chicago Artists', 'SAIC Alumni and Faculty']
In a world where nature and humanity intertwine, Seymour Rosofsky crafts a scene that invites the viewer into a dialogue of identities and places. The figures, seemingly caught in a moment of reflection, rest upon an extraordinary backdrop—floral patterns that suggest both growth and fragility.
Each character, rendered with a unique softness, embodies a duality; they represent the complex relationship between individuals and their environments—urban and natural. The delicate petals meander across the canvas like thoughts drifting through a quiet mind.
A whimsical house looms in the background, a sentinel that watches over this quiet exchange. Its presence weighs against the serenity of the garden, hinting at the tension that arises when personal desires clash with societal expectations.
As we gaze upon this intimate setting, we may sense a yearning, a desire for connection amid the vibrant yet subdued hum of suburban life. Rosofsky masterfully dances between the tangible and the abstract, reminding us that our surroundings shape us, even as we search for our place within them. The artwork becomes a mirror, reflecting not only the figures' introspective thoughts but also our own, urging us to ponder the intricate dynamics of belonging and self-discovery.
About the artist
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