Sunday 1897,

This image, titled "Sunday" by George Bellows, captures a scene from early 20th-century America, focusing on a group of people riding in a streetcar. The detail and atmosphere Bellows provides evoke a sense of leisurely Sunday travel.In the foreground, a man wearing a bowler hat and a suit gestures energetically with one hand, perhaps in conversation or greeting someone outside the frame. Beside him, another man, more stoically composed and also in formal attire, sits with crossed legs, symbolizing the relaxed yet refined atmosphere typical of a Sunday outing.On the back seat, there are other passengers, including a stout man turned sideways, engaging with someone not visible in the scene. His relaxed posture and expression add a casual, friendly vibe to the setting.Overall, the detailed depiction of the streetcar and its passengers, complemented by the residential backdrop with sparse onlookers, reflects the social and cultural fabric of the era. Bellows’s use of light and shadow, as well as his attention to textiles and materials—from the car’s canopy to the clothing of the passengers—adds depth and realism to the scene. This artwork serves not only as a snapshot of a moment in time but also as an exploration of the everyday lives and interactions of its subjects.