Edward Hopper, 1882 – 1967

The 100 Most Famous Paintings by Edward Hopper

The painting that made Edward Hopper famous is Natuglerne, Kunstinstituttet i Chicago, Chica (1942); it hangs in the Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago. Automat (small) and Hus ved jernbanen (1925) follow it in the hearts of collectors and museum visitors. Of the 366 works by Edward Hopper in our catalogue, these 100 are the most admired, each presented with its date, its museum and what sets it apart.

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Edward Hopper · 1882 – 1967

Født · død: 1882 – 1967, Upper Nyack
Bevægelse: Samtidsrealisme
Værker i vores katalog: 366
Mest kendte: Natuglerne, Kunstinstituttet i Chicago, Chica (1942)
Flest værker hos: MoMA - Museum of Modern Art

Edward Hopper: the ten masterpieces

Natuglerne, Kunstinstituttet i Chicago, Chica

1942 · Olie på lærred · Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago

Et Lysende Øjeblik i Natten: Edward Hoppers ‘Nighthawks’ Edward Hoppers ‘Nighthawks’, malet i 1942, er mere end blot et billede; det er en stemningsfuld meditation over moderniteten, ensomheden og den stille længsel, der kan findes selv i de mest travle bymiljøer. Maleriet forestiller en sen natscene indenfor en døgnåben diner, badet i et skarpt, kunstigt lys, som skærer igennem mørket og inviterer beskueren ind i en verden af eftertænksomhed og…

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Automat (small)

Acrylic On Canvas · Des Moines Art Center, Des Moines

Edward Hopper’s “Automat” (small), a deceptively simple depiction of a woman seated alone at a cafe table, is a masterclass in conveying the profound sense of solitude that characterized much of 20th-century American life. Painted during a period of rapid urbanization and social change, this work resonates with a quiet melancholy that speaks to the alienation inherent in modern existence. Hopper’s ability to capture fleeting moments of human experience –…

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Hus ved jernbanen

1925 · Olie på lærred · MoMA - Museum of Modern Art, New York City

Introduction to Edward Hopper and His Work Edward Hopper, a renowned American artist, is celebrated for his captivating oil paintings that often depicted modern life in the early 20th century. One of his most notable works is "House by the Railroad," which is currently housed at the Museum of Modern Art (New York, United States). This painting, created in 1925, showcases Hopper's unique style and ability to evoke a sense…

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New York Movie

1939 · Akryl på lærred · MoMA - Museum of Modern Art, New York City

Maleriet "CITE>New York Movie" af Edward Hopper er et rørende oliemaleri på lærred, skabt i 1939. Det opbevares i dag på det prestigefyldte Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) i New York City, USA. Dette mesterværk eksemplificerer Hoppers unikke evne til at indfange essensen af det urbane liv, ofte med fokus på temaer som isolation og eftertænksomhed. Komposition og symbolik Maleriet skildrer en kvinde, der står alene foran et rødt tæppe…

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untitled (5560)

Oil On Canvas · MoMA - Museum of Modern Art, New York City

Edward Hopper's untitled (5560) is far more than a mere depiction of a roadside service station; it is a distilled essence of the American experience, a moment frozen in time that speaks volumes about human connection and the profound weight of isolation. Painted during the transformative years between 1942 and 1945, this monochrome masterpiece captures a scene familiar to the mid-century traveler—the late-night glow of artificial light illuminating a sparsely…

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Early sunday morning Whitney Museum of American

1930 · Oil On Canvas · Whitney Museum of American Art, New York

Early Sunday Morning: A Portrait of Quietude Edward Hopper’s “Early Sunday Morning,” painted in 1930, isn't merely a depiction of a New York City street; it’s an arresting distillation of the anxieties and aspirations inherent in the American psyche during the Depression era. Executed in oil paint on canvas, this iconic piece exemplifies Hopper’s signature style – American Scene Painting—characterized by stark realism combined with a palpable sense of solitude…

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Automat

1927 · Olie på lærred

Edward Hoppers “Automat” fra 1927 er mere end blot et maleri; det er en dybtgående indfaldelse i den amerikanske sjæl, et øjeblik fanget i tiden, der fanger essensen af ensomhed og refleksion. Maleriet inviterer os ind i en dæmpet café på en mørk aften, hvor en kvinde sidder alene ved et rundt bord i en automat – en tidlig form for selvbetjeningsrestaurant, der var et kendt fænomen i det tidlige…

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Søndag

1926 · Olie på lærred · The Phillips Collection, Washington, D.C.

Essensen af urban ensomhed Edward Hoppers "Søndag" indfanger stilheden og introspektionen i en urban scene på det, der ligner en søndag morgen. Maleriet forestiller en ensom mand, der sidder på en træbænk foran lukkede butiksfacader, hvilket fremkalder en følelse af isolation og eftertænksomhed, som er så karakteristisk for Hoppers værk. Dette stykke er en mesterlig udforskning af den menneskelige tilstand, sat mod baggrunden af det tidlige 20. århundredes Amerika. Et…

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Gas

1940 · Olie på lærred

Edward Hopper er et navn, der for mange er synonymt med en dyb og subtil melankoli, der prægede det 20. århundredes amerikanske liv. Han var ikke blot en maler af scener; han var snarere en digter i lys og skygge, en skildrer af moderne isolation. "Gas" fra 1940 er et af hans mest ikoniske værker, et tidløst billede der fanger essensen af amerikansk ensomhed og nostalgi – et øjeblik fanget…

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Tsap Sui

1929 · Olie på lærred

"Chop Suey", skabt af Edward Hopper i 1929, er et fængslende oliemaleri, der inviterer beskueren ind i den intime, men dog isolerede verden i en diner fra 1920'erne. Dette mesterværk eksemplificerer Hoppers signaturstil, hvor han forener amerikansk realisme med subtile ekspressionistiske indflydelser for at fremkalde en følelse af nostalgi og stille introspektion.

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More Edward Hopper masterpieces, 11 to 100

#11

Kontor om Nat

1940

Et glimt ind i det midt-20. århundredes Amerika Edward Hoppers "Kontoret Om Natten" (1940) er en mesterlig skildring af en kontorscene fra midten af det 20. århundrede. Dette…

#12

Sommerstid

1943

Edward Hopper er et navn, der uomgængeligt er forbundet med en stille og eftertænksom atmosfære, der prægede det 20. århundredes amerikanske liv. Det er ikke blot malerier af…

#13

Solitude i en kafé

1958 · Yale University Art Gallery

Edward Hoppers Sunlight in a Cafeteria (1958) er en mesterlig skildring af urban ensomhed, udført med den præcision og følelsesmæssige dybde, der definerer hans ikoniske stil. Dette oliemaleri…

#14

Folk i Solen

1960

Edward Hoppers maleri "People in the Sun", skabt i 1960, er mere end blot et billede; det er en indfaldsvinkel til en dyb og stille verden. Det fanger…

#15

Cape Cod Morgen

1950

Et øjeblik af stille refleksion: Edward Hoppers mesterværk Scenen: En kvinde i eftertænksomhed Edward Hoppers "Cape Cod Morning" indfanger et fredfyldt, men dog fascinerende øjeblik af ensomhed. Maleriet…

#16

Værelser for Turister

1945 · Yale University Art Gallery

Edward Hopper er et navn, der straks fremkalder billeder af stille refleksion og en subtil melankoli – følelser, der var stærkt til stede i det 20. århundredes amerikanske…

#17

nighthawks

1942 · Art Institute of Chicago

A Window Into Loneliness: Exploring Edward Hopper’s Nighthawks Edward Hopper's "Nighthawks," completed in 1942 during the tumultuous backdrop of World War II, transcends mere representation; it embodies a…

#18

Vogn C

er et ypperligt eksempel på Hoppers fascination af ensomme skikkelser undervejs. Maleriet skildrer en dame, der sidder alene i en togvogn; hendes ansigt er vendt mod hendes bog,…

#19

To To Comedianer

1965

Edward Hoppers maleri fra 1965, “To Comedians”, er ikke blot en gengivelse af to figurer på en scene; det er en omhyggeligt konstrueret meditation over ensomhed, den flygtige…

#20

Second Story Sunlight, , Whitney Museum of Ameri

1960

The Quietude of Monochrome In the hushed tones of Second Story Sunlight, Edward Hopper invites us into a world where silence speaks louder than words. Painted in 1960,…

#21

New York Movie, MoMA, NY

1939

Kunstværket skildrer et dæmpet oplyst rum – måske en hotellobby eller en storslået lejlighed – befolket af en håndfuld skikkelser. Kompositionen er bevidst kompleks og skaber en følelse…

#22

Summer Evening

1947

A Portrait of Quietude: Exploring Edward Hopper’s “Summer Evening” Edward Hopper's "Summer Evening" isn’t merely a depiction of a scene; it’s an exquisitely crafted meditation on human experience—a…

#23

Hotel room

1931

The Poignant Stillness of a Private Moment In Edward Hopper’s 1931 masterpiece, Hotel Room, the viewer is invited into a sanctuary of profound introspection. The scene is deceptively…

#24

Excursion into Philosophy

A Quiet Drama: Unveiling Edward Hopper’s “Excursion into Philosophy” Edward Hopper's "Excursion into Philosophy" is a profoundly evocative work that encapsulates the core tenets of American Realism, offering…

#25

The Cat Boat

1922 · Smithsonian American Art Museum

Edward Hopper's “The Cat Boat,” created in 1922, stands as a quintessential emblem of American Modernism—a deceptively simple scene imbued with profound psychological depth. More than just depicting…

#26

Rooms By The Sea

1951

Rooms By The Sea: A Portrait of Quiet Contemplation Edward Hopper’s “Rooms by the Sea” transcends mere depiction; it's a distillation of mood, an embodiment of American Modernism’s…

#27

Reclining Nude

1927

Introduction Reclining Nude, a watercolour painting by Edward Hopper, is a quintessential example of the artist's unique style and contribution to the New Realism movement. Created in 1927,…

#28

Rooms by the Sea

1951

The Painting: A Representation of Serenity "CITE>Edward Hopper's 'Rooms by the Sea' (1951) is a masterpiece that embodies the essence of stillness and contemplation. The painting, available for…

#29

House At Dusk

1935

The Painting: An Overview "CITE>Edward Hopper:CITE>'s House At Dusk, created in 1935, is a quintessential example of the artist's ability to capture the essence of American life through…

#30

Apotek

1927 · Museum of Fine Arts

Et Stille Øjeblik i Byen: Udforskning af Edward Hoppers "Drug Store" (1927) “Drug Store,” malet i 1927 af den amerikanske mester Edward Hopper, er en rørende skildring af…

#31

Sun on Prospect Street (Gloucester, Massachusetts)

1934

Edward Hopper's "Sun on Prospect Street" isn't merely a depiction of a Gloucester street scene; it’s a distilled essence of early 20th-century American experience. Painted in 1934, during…

#32

Woman in the Sun

1961

A Moment Frozen in Light: Edward Hopper’s “Woman in the Sun” Edward Hopper's "Woman in the Sun," painted in 1961, isn’t merely a depiction of a nude figure;…

#33

Second Story Sunlight

1960

A Moment Suspended: Unveiling Edward Hopper’s “Second Story Sunlight” Edward Hopper's 1960 oil on canvas, *Second Story Sunlight*, is a quintessential example of American Realism at its most…

#34

Night Windows

1928 · MoMA - Museum of Modern Art

A Window Into Solitude: Exploring Edward Hopper’s Night Windows Edward Hopper, a name synonymous with the quiet contemplation of modern existence, wasn't merely capturing landscapes; he was distilling…

#35

New York Office

1962

Edward Hopper’s “New York Office,” painted in 1962, transcends mere depiction; it embodies the very essence of modern solitude—a feeling profoundly familiar to viewers grappling with the complexities…

#36

Office in a Small City

1953

In the vast gallery of American Realism, few works possess the haunting, cinematic stillness found in Edward Hopper’s 1953 masterpiece, Office in a Small City. To gaze upon…

#37

City Roofs

1932

A Quiet Moment of Urban Existence Edward Hopper’s “City Roofs” (1932) is more than just a depiction of a cityscape; it's a poignant meditation on modern life, isolation,…

#38

Self-Portrait

1930

This oil on canvas painting depicts a man wearing a brown hat and a blue shirt. He is shown with a serious expression, looking directly at the viewer.…

#39

Monhegan-huse, Maine

Introduktion til amerikansk realisme Edward Hopper, en fremtrædende amerikansk realistisk maler, er berømt for sine fængslende oliemalerier, der skildrer både urbane og landlige scener. Hans unikke stil har…

#40

Four Lane Road

Edward Hopper's "Four Lane Road," painted in 1956, isn’t merely a depiction of a roadside scene; it’s a distilled essence of the American experience – a poignant meditation…

#41

Woman at Cafe Table

1907 · Whitney Museum of American Art

Woman at Cafe Table: A Portrait of Urban Isolation Edward Hopper’s “Woman at Cafe Table,” painted in 1906-1907, stands as a quintessential emblem of New Realism and embodies…

#42

First Row Orchestra

1951 · Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden

A Portrait of Quiet Observation: Exploring Edward Hopper’s “First Row Orchestra” Edward Hopper's "First Row Orchestra," painted in 1951, transcends mere depiction; it embodies the very essence of…

#43

House by the Railroad

In his 1925 masterpiece, House by the Railroad, Edward Hopper presents a scene that captures a profound sense of isolation through a meticulously controlled interplay of light and…

#44

untitled (3714)

Edward Hopper's "Untitled (3714)," painted in 1942, isn’t merely a depiction of a diner interior; it’s a distilled essence of modern American loneliness. This deceptively simple scene—an elderly…

#45

el palacio

1946

Edward Hopper’s 1946 painting, “El Palacio,” isn’t merely a depiction of a city street; it’s a carefully constructed tableau of urban solitude and the quiet anxieties of modern…

#46

the city

1927

The City, painted by Edward Hopper in 1927, is a striking black and white depiction of early 20th-century American urban life. This artwork isn't merely a representation of…

#47

rooms by the sea

Edward Hopper’s Rooms by the Sea is a painting from 1951 that depicts an interior space with a doorway opening toward the ocean. The scene features a room…

#48

A Woman in the Sun, Whitney Museum of American

1961

A Radiance in Solitude In the quiet corners of 1961, Edward Hopper captured a moment that transcends the mere passage of time. "A Woman in the Sun" is…

#49

The Camel's Hump

1931

Edward Hopper's "The Camel’s Hump," painted in 1931, isn’t merely a depiction of a mountain range; it’s a distilled essence of American loneliness and the quiet drama unfolding…

#50

the el station

In the quiet, heavy atmosphere of Edward Hopper’s “The El Station,” we are invited into a moment suspended in time, where the bustling energy of the American metropolis…

#51

Dawn in Pennsylvania

1942

A Solitary Glimpse: Dawn in Pennsylvania by Edward Hopper Edward Hopper’s *Dawn in Pennsylvania*, painted in 1942, isn't merely a depiction of a railroad station; it’s a distilled…

#52

Corn Hill

1930

Edward Hopper's "Corn Hill," painted in 1930, isn’t merely a depiction of a rural landscape; it’s a poignant meditation on isolation and the quiet dignity of human existence…

#53

tramp steamer

1908

A Storm-Tossed Soul: Edward Hopper’s “Tramp Steamer” Edward Hopper's "Tramp Steamer," painted in 1908, isn’t merely a depiction of a ship at sea; it’s a profound meditation on…

#54

Self Portrait, , Whitney Museum of American

1930

Edward Hopper's "Self Portrait," painted in 1930, isn’t merely a depiction of an artist; it’s a distilled essence of the anxieties and quietude that defined much of early…

#55

Rocks at the Fort Gloucester

1924

Edward Hopper's 1924 painting, “Rocks at the Fort Gloucester,” is more than just a landscape; it’s a quiet meditation on human presence within the vastness of nature and…

#56

Morning sun, Columbus Museum of Art, Columbus,

1952

A Window into Quietude: Exploring Edward Hopper’s “Morning Sun” Edward Hopper's "Morning Sun," painted in 1952, isn’t merely a depiction of a room; it’s an encapsulation of the…

#57

Study of a Seated Woman

1899

Edward Hopper's "Study of a Seated Woman," rendered in 1899, isn’t merely a depiction of a figure; it’s a distilled essence of late 19th-century American introspection. This intimate…

#58

Portrait Of Orleans

WahooArt offers exquisite hand-painted reproductions of Edward Hopper's "Portrait of Orleans," allowing you to bring this iconic work of American art into your home or office. Each reproduction…

#59

sun empty room

Edward Hopper's "Sun in an Empty Room," painted in 1963, isn’t merely a depiction of a vacant room; it’s a distilled essence of modern American isolation and the…

#60

The Long Leg

1930

A Quiet Drama on the Waves: Edward Hopper’s *The Long Leg* (1930) Edward Hopper's *The Long Leg*, painted in 1930, is more than just a seascape; it’s a…

#61

Bridle Path

1939

Bridle Path: A Portrait of Quietude in Modern America Edward Hopper’s “Bridle Path,” painted in 1939, stands as a quintessential emblem of American Realism—a genre that sought to…

#62

night windows

In the quietude of a dimly lit room, where the boundaries between the interior soul and the external world begin to blur, lies the profound essence of Edward…

#63

Hotel by a Railroad

1952

Edward Hopper's "Hotel by a Railroad," painted in 1952, isn’t merely a depiction of an interior scene; it’s a carefully constructed meditation on loneliness, isolation, and the subtle…

#64

Queensborough-Bridge

1913

In the vast landscape of American modernism, few images capture the quiet tension of urban existence as poignantly as Edward Hopper’s Queensborough Bridge. Painted in 1913, this monumental…

#65

paris street

In the quiet corners of Edward Hopper’s “Paris Street,” we encounter more than just a cityscape; we find a profound meditation on the human condition. Painted in 1926,…

#66

cape cod morning

In the quietude of an early summer morning, Edward Hopper captures a moment that feels both profoundly intimate and hauntingly distant. Cape Cod Morning is not merely a…

#67

sunday

The Painting and Its Context Sunday, a painting by Edward Hopper, is a quintessential representation of modern American life in the early 20th century. Created in 1926, this…

#68

Evening Wind

Edward Hopper’s “Evening Wind,” executed in 1930, stands as a quintessential emblem of American Modernism—a deceptively simple image brimming with psychological depth and masterful artistic execution. More than…

#69

uden titel (7523)

Kunstværket skildrer en overfyldt social sammenkomst, sandsynligvis et aftenarrangement med deltagere fra de øvre samfundslag. Kompositionen er bevidst tæt og fyldt med skikkelser, der er opslugt af samtale…

#70

People in the Sun

1960

Edward Hopper's People in the Sun, completed in 1960, serves as a profound meditation on the human experience, capturing a sense of quietude and the pervasive feeling of…

#71

The lee shore, private

1941

Edward Hopper's "The Lee Shore," painted in 1941, isn’t merely a depiction of a coastal scene; it’s a distilled essence of American loneliness and the subtle anxieties simmering…

#72

Rocks and Sea

1919 · Whitney Museum of American Art

A Moment Frozen in Azure The sea air feels heavy and salt-laden as the eye meets the deep, blue expanse of this landscape. In this 1919 scene, the…

#73

Selvportræt

Edward Hopper er et navn, der for altid er forbundet med en dyb og ofte melankolsk atmosfære i det amerikanske liv fra det 20. århundrede. Det er ikke…

#74

Sheridan Theatre

Edward Hopper’s Sheridan Theatre, painted in 1937, isn't merely a depiction of an interior scene; it’s a carefully constructed tableau of loneliness and unspoken narratives. The painting immediately…

#75

Freight Car at Truro

In the vast, sweeping landscape of American art, few images capture the heavy, cinematic silence of a moment quite like Edward Hopper’s Freight Car at Trurol. Painted in…

#76

Lighthouse at Two Lights

1929

Edward Hopper’s Lighthouse at Two Lights, completed in 1929, presents a striking visual meditation on the interplay between light and shadow. The composition features a tall lighthouse situated…

#77

summer interior

1909

Edward Hopper’s Summer Interior, painted in 1909, presents a scene of profound stillness within a domestic setting. The composition centers on a young woman positioned on the floor…

#78

cape cod evening

In the quiet corners of American Modernism, few images resonate with as much profound, whispered intensity as Edward Hopper’s Cape Cod Evening. At first glance, the painting presents…

#79

Pennsylvania Coal Town

#80

rooms for tourists

A Quiet American Narrative: Exploring Edward Hopper’s “Rooms for Tourists” Rooms for Tourists, painted in 1945 by the master of American Realism, Edward Hopper, is a captivating study…

#81

Søderlands Morgengry

Edward Hoppers maleri “South Carolina Morning” fra 1955 er mere end blot et portræt; det er en dybtgående undersøgelse af ensomhed, udholdenhed og de komplekse følelser, der ligger…

#82

Intermission (small)

Edward Hopper’s Solitary Stage: Unpacking “Intermission” Edward Hopper's "Intermission" (1963) isn’t merely a painting; it’s a distilled moment of American solitude, a poignant tableau captured with the artist’s…

#83

untitled (7096)

Edward Hopper’s “Untitled (7096),” a painting rendered in the twilight hours, isn’t merely a depiction of a pharmacy storefront; it’s a distilled essence of 20th-century American loneliness. Completed…

#84

Eleven AM

Edward Hopper, a master of American realism, possessed an uncanny ability to distill the essence of modern life – its quiet desperation, its pervasive loneliness, and its fleeting…

#85

New York Pavements,

1924

Edward Hopper's "New York Pavements," painted in 1924, stands as a quintessential emblem of American Modernism—a deceptively simple depiction that speaks volumes about the anxieties and quiet contemplations…

#86

Lighthouse and Building, Portland

Edward Hopper’s Luminous Solitude: Exploring “Lighthouse and Building” Edward Hopper's "Lighthouse and Building," painted in 1927, isn’t merely a depiction of a coastal scene; it’s a masterful distillation…

#87

Circle Theatre

In the quiet, heavy atmosphere of Edward Hopper’s "Circle Theatre," we are invited to witness more than just a street corner in a bustling metropolis; we are invited…

#88

Room in Brooklyn

1932 · Museum of Fine Arts

Edward Hopper's "Room in Brooklyn," painted in 1932, isn’t merely a depiction of an interior space; it’s a distilled essence of American loneliness and the quiet contemplation that…

#89

Interior (Model Reading)

1925 · Art Institute of Chicago

#90

Seven A.M.

1948

In the quiet, early hours of a mid-century morning, Edward Hopper’s "Seven A.M." invites us into a space where time seems to hold its breath. Painted in 1948,…

#91

The City

1927

A Quiet Vision of Urban Life: Edward Hopper’s “The City” (1927) Subject and Composition: “The City” presents a strikingly composed street corner scene, a quintessential example of Edward…

#92

First Row Orchestra

1951

A Moment Frozen in Time: Edward Hopper’s “First Row Orchestra” Edward Hopper's "First Row Orchestra," painted in 1951, isn’t merely a depiction of an evening at the theater;…

#93

House with big pine

The painting depicts a white house featuring a black roof and a large chimney positioned on its side. Two windows are visible within the structure. The setting includes…

#94

Valley Of The Seine

1908

Edward Hopper's "Valley Of The Seine," painted in 1908, isn’t merely a landscape; it’s a distilled essence of early 20th-century America – a poignant tableau of solitude and…

#95

Ryder's House

1933

Edward Hopper’s “Ryder’s House,” completed in 1933, stands as a quintessential emblem of American Realism during the Depression era. More than just a depiction of a simple farmhouse…

#96

Intermission

Edward Hopper’s Intermission, painted in 1963, isn't merely a depiction of a theater lobby; it’s a meticulously crafted tableau of human isolation and the poignant beauty of unspoken…

#97

Gas, Moma, NY

1940

Edward Hopper’s “Gas,” painted in 1940 and currently residing at MoMA (Museum of Modern Art), isn't merely a depiction of a roadside gas station; it’s a masterful distillation…

#98

Cape Cod Morning

1950

In the vast landscape of American modernism, few images resonate with as much profound stillness as Edward Hopper’s 1950 masterpiece, Cape Cod Morning. This striking canvas serves as…

#99

Room for tourists, Yale University Art Gallery,

1945

A Quiet American Night: Exploring Edward Hopper’s “Room for Tourists” “Room for Tourists,” painted in 1945 by master realist Edward Hopper, is more than just a depiction of…

#100

Eleven A.M.

1926

Edward Hopper’s “Eleven A.M.” (1926) is more than just a depiction of a woman in a room; it’s a meticulously crafted meditation on the quiet loneliness inherent within…

Edward Hopper's paintings by period

Early Period

1907 – 1934 · 3 værker på denne liste

Sun on Prospect Street (Gloucester, Massachusetts) (1934), Edward Hopper

#31 Sun on Prospect Street (Gloucester, Massachusetts) 1934

Woman at Cafe Table (1907), Edward Hopper

#41 Woman at Cafe Table 1907 · Whitney Museum of American Art

#53 tramp steamer 1908

Mature Period

1899 – 1962 · 76 værker på denne liste

Natuglerne, Kunstinstituttet i Chicago, Chica (1942), Edward Hopper

#1 Natuglerne, Kunstinstituttet i Chicago, Chica 1942 · Art Institute of Chicago

#2 Automat (small) Des Moines Art Center

#5 untitled (5560) MoMA - Museum of Modern Art

Early sunday morning Whitney Museum of American (1930), Edward Hopper

#6 Early sunday morning Whitney Museum of American 1930 · Whitney Museum of American Art

#7 Automat 1927

Moden periode

1925 – 1939 · 6 værker på denne liste

#3 Hus ved jernbanen 1925 · MoMA - Museum of Modern Art

#4 New York Movie 1939 · MoMA - Museum of Modern Art

New York Movie, MoMA, NY (1939), Edward Hopper

#21 New York Movie, MoMA, NY 1939

#30 Apotek 1927 · Museum of Fine Arts

#39 Monhegan-huse, Maine

Late Period

3 værker på denne liste

#59 sun empty room

#82 Intermission (small)

#96 Intermission

The subjects Edward Hopper painted most

The four subjects that return most often among these masterpieces, with the finest example of each.

Where to see Edward Hopper's paintings

De 8 museer, der rummer flest af malerierne på denne side.

Museum	By	Værker af Edward Hopper	Malerier fra denne liste
MoMA - Museum of Modern Art	New York City	4	Hus ved jernbanen, New York Movie, untitled (5560)
Whitney Museum of American Art	New York	10	Early sunday morning Whitney Museum of American, Woman at Cafe Table, Rocks and Sea
Art Institute of Chicago	Chicago	3	Natuglerne, Kunstinstituttet i Chicago, Chica, nighthawks, Interior (Model Reading)
Yale University Art Gallery	Hartford	3	Solitude i en kafé, Værelser for Turister
Museum of Fine Arts	Boston	3	Apotek, Room in Brooklyn
Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden	Washington, D.C.	3	First Row Orchestra
Smithsonian American Art Museum	Washington, D.C.	2	The Cat Boat
Des Moines Art Center	Des Moines	1	Automat (small)

Edward Hopper, decade by decade: the defining painting of each

1890s

No. 57 of 100
Study of a Seated Woman
Alder 8 – 17
Edward Hopper's "Study of a Seated Woman," rendered in 1899, isn’t merely a depiction of a figure; it’s a distilled essence of late 19th-century American introspection. This intimate…
1900s

#41 of 100
Woman at Cafe Table
Alder 18 – 27 · Whitney Museum of American Art
Woman at Cafe Table: A Portrait of Urban Isolation Edward Hopper’s “Woman at Cafe Table,” painted in 1906-1907, stands as a quintessential emblem of New Realism and embodies…
1910s

No. 64 of 100
Queensborough-Bridge
Alder 28 – 37
In the vast landscape of American modernism, few images capture the quiet tension of urban existence as poignantly as Edward Hopper’s Queensborough Bridge. Painted in 1913, this monumental…
1920s

#3 of 100
Hus ved jernbanen
Alder 38 – 47 · MoMA - Museum of Modern Art
Introduction to Edward Hopper and His Work Edward Hopper, a renowned American artist, is celebrated for his captivating oil paintings that often depicted modern life in the early…
1930s

Rank 4 / 100
New York Movie
Alder 48 – 57 · MoMA - Museum of Modern Art
Maleriet "CITE>New York Movie" af Edward Hopper er et rørende oliemaleri på lærred, skabt i 1939. Det opbevares i dag på det prestigefyldte Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)…
1940s

No. 1 of 100
Natuglerne, Kunstinstituttet i Chicago, Chica
Alder 58 – 67 · Art Institute of Chicago
Et Lysende Øjeblik i Natten: Edward Hoppers ‘Nighthawks’ Edward Hoppers ‘Nighthawks’, malet i 1942, er mere end blot et billede; det er en stemningsfuld meditation over moderniteten, ensomheden…
1950s

#13 of 100
Solitude i en kafé
Alder 68 – 77 · Yale University Art Gallery
Edward Hoppers Sunlight in a Cafeteria (1958) er en mesterlig skildring af urban ensomhed, udført med den præcision og følelsesmæssige dybde, der definerer hans ikoniske stil. Dette oliemaleri…
1960s

No. 14 of 100
Folk i Solen
Alder 78 – 85
Edward Hoppers maleri "People in the Sun", skabt i 1960, er mere end blot et billede; det er en indfaldsvinkel til en dyb og stille verden. Det fanger…

Edward Hopper's masterpieces: questions and answers

Which painting is Edward Hopper best known for?Show the answer

Natuglerne, Kunstinstituttet i Chicago, Chica (1942), Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago. Next come Automat (small) and Hus ved jernbanen (1925).

How old was Edward Hopper when painting Natuglerne, Kunstinstituttet i Chicago, Chica?Show the answer

60 years old: Natuglerne, Kunstinstituttet i Chicago, Chica dates from 1942 and Edward Hopper was born in 1882.

What are Edward Hopper's ten greatest paintings?Show the answer

Natuglerne, Kunstinstituttet i Chicago, Chica, Automat (small), Hus ved jernbanen, New York Movie, untitled (5560), Early sunday morning Whitney Museum of American, Automat, Søndag, Gas og Tsap Sui. The ranking above gives the year and the museum of each.

How many works did Edward Hopper paint?Show the answer

Our catalogue lists 366 works by Edward Hopper, dated from 1899 to 1965.

In which museums can I see Edward Hopper's masterpieces?Show the answer

Most of them are in MoMA - Museum of Modern Art (New York City), Whitney Museum of American Art (New York) og Art Institute of Chicago (Chicago). The table above lists the museums one by one.

When did Edward Hopper paint the masterpieces?Show the answer

In 1920s: 15 of the 100 works on this page date from then, among them Hus ved jernbanen.

What are the first and last famous paintings of Edward Hopper?Show the answer

The earliest on this page is Study of a Seated Woman (1899), the latest To To Comedianer (1965).

What were Edward Hopper's favourite subjects?Show the answer

Solitude (47), Isolation (43) og Urban landscape (24), among the 100 works on this page.

Which technique did Edward Hopper favour?Show the answer

Oil On Canvas: 34 of the 100 works on this page.

What art movement is Edward Hopper part of?Show the answer

Samtidsrealisme og American realism, as the paintings on this page show.

Which masterpieces by Edward Hopper hang at the MoMA - Museum of Modern Art?Show the answer

Hus ved jernbanen, New York Movie og untitled (5560) are among the 4 works on this page held by the MoMA - Museum of Modern Art, New York City.

The life of Edward Hopper

Den amerikanske scenes stilhed

Edward Hopper blev født i Upper Nyack, USA. Hans tidlige år blev brugt på at betragte verden med et uafbrudt og skarpt blik, en vane der tog sin begyndelse med barndommens skitser, som han omhyggeligt daterede og underskrev. Selvom hans forældre foreslog en praktisk karrierevej inden for kommerciel illustration, forblev hans fokus rettet mod den skønne kunst. Han studerede ved New York School of Art under William Merritt Chase og Robert Henri. Disse år lærte ham det tekniske håndværk, der kræves for at skildre verden upoleret og ærlig. Han søgte ikke de flygtige penselstrøg fra de impressionister, han mødte i Paris. I stedet udviklede han en særlig måde at se på, der vægtede et øjebliks stilhed højere end menneskemængdens bevægelse.

Hans værker centrerer sig ofte om det banale. Han betragtede huse, dinerer, kontorer og hotelværelser. Han skrællede de unødvendige detaljer væk for at finde scenens underliggende følelsesmæssige sandhed. I House by the Railroad (1925) afslører en simpel komposition en følelse af mystik og isolation. Han brugte lys og skygge ikke blot til at beskrive et rum, men til at skabe en stemning. Den præcise gengivelse af en skygge på en væg eller måden, lyset rammer et vindue på, blev hans metode til at kommunikere sine subjekters psykologiske tilstand.

Lys og det urbane interiør

Måden lyset trænger ind i et rum på, fungerer som en central karakter i hans malerier. I Nighthawks (1942) skærer det skarpe lysstofrørlys fra en natcafé gennem mørket på en øde, urban gade. Figurerne indeni er fysisk tæt på hinanden, men virker fortabt i deres egne tanker, afkoblet fra hinanden. Denne følelse af anonymitet i en overfyldt by blev et gennemgående tema. Han indfangede spændingen ved at være alene på et offentligt sted, en følelse der genlyder i værker som Automat og Office in a Small City. Han var fascineret af, hvordan det kunstige lys interagerer med nattens naturlige mørke.

Hans hustru, Josephine Nivison Hopper, var en konstant tilstedeværelse. Hun var selv kunstner og fungerede ofte som hans model. Hendes nærvær mærkes i karakteriseringen af mange af hans kvindefigurer. Sammen levede de et beskeden liv, og de tilbragte ofte somre i New England, hvilket prægede de landskaber, han malede. Hans skildringer af det amerikanske landskab, både det rurale og det urbane, fremhæver ofte en vis råhed eller tomhed. Uanset om det er en tankstation i vejkanten i Gas (1940) eller et stille værelse på et hotel, er motivet altid krydsfeltet mellem et fysisk sted og en privat, indre oplevelse.

En arv af observation

Hoppers indflydelse strækker sig ind i filmens og litteraturens visuelle sprog. Hans evne til at skabe en følelse af psykologisk spænding gennem komposition er blevet bemærket af mange, der studerer, hvordan historier fortælles gennem billeder. Hans malerier findes i store museer verden over, herunder i samlinger som Whitney Museum of American Art og Museum of Fine Arts i Boston. Han stræbte ikke efter de store historiske fortællinger. Han fandt sit motiv i hverdagens stille hjørner, hvor han forvandlede et simpelt vindue eller en forbipasserende fremmed til en undersøgelse af den menneskelige tilstand. Hans arbejde forbliver en undersøgelse af den stilhed, der eksisterer mellem mennesker.

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Solitude 47 værker

Isolation 43 værker

Urban landscape 24 værker

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