Luks Collection

Foggy Night, New York, (oil on canvas)
650562 Foggy Night, New York, (oil on canvas) by Luks, George Benjamin (1867-1933); 76.8x63.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Foggy Night, New York. George Benjamin Luks (1866-1933)

The Clownss Daughter, (oil on canvas laid on board)
650734 The Clownss Daughter, (oil on canvas laid on board) by Luks, George Benjamin (1867-1933); 76.2x64 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Clownss Daughter. George Benjamin Luks (1867-1933)

Madison Square, (oil on panel)
651139 Madison Square, (oil on panel) by Luks, George Benjamin (1867-1933); 81.6x112.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Madison Square. George Benjamin Luks (1867-1933). Oil on panel

Portrait of Miss Ruth Breslin, 1925 (oil on canvas)
650952 Portrait of Miss Ruth Breslin, 1925 (oil on canvas) by Luks, George Benjamin (1867-1933); 75x63.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Miss Ruth Breslin)

The Ledge, Cape Elizabeth, Maine, 1922 (oil on canvas)
650566 The Ledge, Cape Elizabeth, Maine, 1922 (oil on canvas) by Luks, George Benjamin (1867-1933); 40.9x51.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ledge, Cape Elizabeth, Maine)

Knitters, High Bridge Park, (oil on canvas)
822997 Knitters, High Bridge Park, (oil on canvas) by Luks, George Benjamin (1867-1933); 76.1x91.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Knitters, High Bridge Park. George Benjamin Luks (1866-1933)

The Hobo Musician, (oil on canvas)
650955 The Hobo Musician, (oil on canvas) by Luks, George Benjamin (1867-1933); 95x89 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hobo Musician. George Benjamin Luks (1866-1933). Oil on canvas

Street Scene, c. 1900. Creator: Luks, George Benjamin (1867-1933)
Street Scene, c. 1900. Found in the Collection of Collection de David E. Weisman et Jacqueline E. Michel

GEORGE LUKS (1867-1933). American realist painter. Photograph by Gertrude Kasebier, c1910

George Benjamin Luks, Ten Heads, American, 1866 - 1933, probably c. 1905, black chalk on tan wove paper

George Luks: Armistice Night. Oil on canvas, 1918
LUKS: ARMISTICE NIGHT. George Luks: Armistice Night. Oil on canvas, 1918

No Wonder He Was Ill. Mark Hanna watches the suffering President William McKinley. Cartoon by George Luks, c1899
WILLIAM McKINLEY CARTOON. No Wonder He Was Ill. Mark Hanna watches the suffering President William McKinley. Cartoon by George Luks, c1899

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"Exploring the Artistic World of Luks: A Captivating Journey through Foggy Nights and Vibrant Streets" Step into the mesmerizing world of George Benjamin Luks, an American realist painter known for his captivating artworks that depict various scenes from New York and beyond. From foggy nights to bustling street vendors, Luks' masterpieces transport viewers to a different era. One such artwork is "Foggy Night, New York, " an oil on canvas painting that captures the mysterious allure of a city engulfed in mist. The dimly lit streets evoke a sense of intrigue and curiosity, inviting us to explore what lies beyond. In contrast, "The Clown's Daughter" showcases Luks' talent in portraying emotions through brushstrokes. This oil on canvas laid on board piece depicts a young girl with her father's clown makeup still visible on her face. It raises questions about identity and the complexities behind family dynamics. It also delves into everyday life with works like "Street Vendor. " Created in 1895 using ink on paper, this sketch-like piece immortalizes the hardworking individuals who make up the vibrant tapestry of urban landscapes. Moving forward in time, we encounter "Portrait of Miss Ruth Breslin, " painted in 1925. With meticulous attention to detail, Luks captures the essence and personality of his subject through delicate brushwork and subtle color variations. Nature lovers will appreciate "The Ledge, Cape Elizabeth, Maine. " Painted in 1922 using oil on canvas, this masterpiece transports us to serene coastal cliffs where crashing waves meet rugged rocks under an expansive sky – a testament to Luks' versatility as an artist. It also had a knack for capturing human interactions within communal spaces as seen in "Knitters, High Bridge Park. " Through bold strokes and rich colors applied onto canvas surfaces; he brings alive scenes depicting people knitting together while enjoying nature's beauty.