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Dance in a Madhouse, 1917 (litho)

Dance in a Madhouse, 1917 (litho)


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Dance in a Madhouse, 1917 (litho)

SD213621 Dance in a Madhouse, 1917 (litho) by Bellows, George Wesley (1882-1925); 46.9x61.7 cm; San Diego Museum of Art, USA; eSan Diego Museum of Art; Museum Purchase; American, out of copyright

Media ID 23359054

© San Diego Museum of Art Museum Purchase / Bridgeman Images

Asylum Deformed Disfigured Hunchback Inmates Spin Twirl Whirl


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Dance in a Madhouse, 1917

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is a captivating lithograph that transports viewers into the chaotic world of an asylum. Created by George Wesley Bellows, this striking artwork measures 46.9x61.7 cm and is housed at the San Diego Museum of Art in the USA. The scene depicted in this print is both haunting and mesmerizing. In the midst of a dimly lit room filled with hunchbacked and disfigured inmates, we witness a female figure twirling with abandon. Her smile defies her surroundings, as if she has found solace within the madness. Bellows' masterful use of lines and shading brings depth to each character portrayed in this piece. The whirlwind motion created by their movements adds to the sense of frenzy within the mental institution's walls. As we delve deeper into "Dance in a Madhouse" it becomes evident that there is more than meets the eye. This dance serves as an escape for these individuals who have been labeled as deformed or abnormal by society's standards. Through their synchronized spins and twirls, they find liberation from their physical limitations. This lithograph challenges our perception of beauty and normalcy while shedding light on issues surrounding mental health during its time period. It reminds us that even within chaos, there can be moments of joy and unity. "Dance in a Madhouse" invites us to question societal norms and embrace individuality amidst adversity—a timeless message captured through Bellows' artistic brilliance.

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