Samuel Pullman

Samuel Pullman is a printmaker known for their realist style and often depicted working-class individuals, as seen in this lithograph "The Carpenter." The image is a striking study of light and shadow and demonstrates Pullman's skilled use of line and texture. The composition is simple, yet powerful, emphasizing the subject's stoic expression and rugged hands. Pullman’s art offers a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people, reflecting a social realism that captured the attention of art enthusiasts during the early 20th century.