Gasolina, Hopper Dimensions (inches):16 x 20" a sequence of black dots

a sequence of black dots of varying sizes and a single vertical red line form a rigorously balanced composition

functions as a spatial field in which each element carries a precise visual weight

While other paintings from the series vary in palette and focus

for example: Four-lane Highway (without cars) or House by the Train Tracks (without people or train)

Detalle de los rostros del cuadro El beso de Gustav Klimt

Gasolina, Hopper Dimensions (inches):16 x 20" a sequence of black dotsThe painting displays a classic American road side gas station from the 1950s. The man's attire, a suit and tie (as was often the custom in those years), stands out, as does the absence of the element that would complete the concept, in this case: cars. As is usual in Hopper's works, for example: Four lane Highway (without cars) or House by the Train Tracks (without people or train).