Harper's Magazine- February, Edward Penfield

In this image, there is a group of people sitting on a bus and each one of them is holding a magazine. This composition is very dynamic with it's asymmetry. The bold outlined figures are reminiscent of a Japanese woodblock print. The color palleted use within this poster consist of earth tones. Penfield hand drew the text at the bottom of the image. This poster is completely different to that of Much in Absinthe Robette. There is no arabesque or whiplash curves. In this image, Penfield chose to display a group of people instead of a central female figure. Yet, Harper's Magazine played an important role in spreading the new style. 

Penfield, Edward. Harper's Magazine- February. 1897. Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City. 



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  1. nmataJuly 5, 2023 at 10:52 AM

    The women in the center with blond hair is somewhat of a reference back to Munch's female figures, especially the hair.

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