Two Women Standing
© Estate of Isabel Bishop / DC Moore Gallery, New York
Drawing upon the figurative tradition of the old master painters yet completely engaged with modern subjects, Bishop recorded life on the streets of New York City. She focused on her immediate environment around 14th Street and Union Square, where she lived and worked for over 55 years. The circle of artists around Bishop—later termed the Fourteenth Street School— included Reginald Marsh, Moses Soyer, Raphael Soyer, and Kenneth Hayes Miller. The latter became an important mentor for Bishop beginning with her studies at The Art Students League of New York, influencing her subject matter, compositions, and technique. Bishop added her own perspective by focusing on the expressions and interactions of women.
Exhibition Title: Asheville Art Museum: An Introduction to the Collection
Label Date: 2021
Type: Catalogue Entry
Written by: Cindy Buckner
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