Abandoned House c. 20th century

Editor: This is "Abandoned House" by Lawrence E. Kupferman, currently residing at the Harvard Art Museums. Kupferman's stark rendering really gives me the creeps. What's your take on this ominous scene? Curator: Ominous is a great word! It feels as though time itself has eroded more than just the house. Notice how Kupferman uses these stark lines to create a sense of both decay and resilience. It's as if the house is a metaphor for memory, clinging to existence. Don’t you think? Editor: That’s a fascinating point! The lines feel almost frantic. Curator: Exactly! They embody this internal struggle between fading and enduring. This house has stories, wouldn't you say? And Kupferman makes us feel like we are on the verge of hearing them all. Editor: I see that now. It has really changed my perspective on the piece.