“Arch Midnight” is a notable artwork created by the artist Martin Lewis in the year 1930. The artwork captures a nocturnal urban scene, meticulously illustrated using chiaroscuro to emphasize the interplay of light and darkness under an architectural archway.
The illustration predominantly features a vast, dark arch dominating the upper portion, casting shadows over the street below. A single light source highlights a portion of the arch, illuminating a group of people walking beneath it. The street, shrouded in darkness, extends into the distance, with buildings barely discernible in the background. The use of light and shadow effectively conveys a sense of solitude and stillness, characteristic of nighttime in the city. The nuanced details, such as the car parked to the right and the faint outlines of distant figures, enhance the mysterious yet serene ambiance of the scene.
