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Dempsey through the Ropes

George Bellows

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a boxing match. The composition shows a boxer being knocked out of the ring during a fight. A muscular figure is in the foreground, delivering a powerful blow that sends the opponent tumbling through the ropes. The onlookers show various expressions of shock and excitement. The shading and play of light and shadow add depth to the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1923-1924
Medium
lithograph in black
Dimensions
3071 × 3363 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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