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This is a print of a figure and text. The upper part of the image depicts a black and white illustration of a male figure walking while carrying a bag slung over a stick on his shoulder. The figure moves towards the right, passing by a small shrub or bush, and is set against a plain background. Below this illustration is printed text in a block format, resembling a runaway slave advertisement but with contemporary details. The text describes physical traits, attire, and personality characteristics in a detailed manner, giving the impression of a fictional wanted poster.
Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers, Untitled, 1993, lithograph in black on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee and Luhring Augustine Gallery, 2010.57.3

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Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers · 1993 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2010.57.3
This is a drawing of a silhouetted figure above a block of text.
Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers, Untitled, 1993, lithograph in black on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee and Luhring Augustine Gallery, 2010.57.6

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Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers · 1993 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2010.57.6
This is a drawing featuring text and an illustration of a person. The drawing shows a person in historical attire carrying a sack, with text below enclosed in a rectangle. The text begins with "RAN AWAY, a man named Glenn" and describes Glenn's physical features, clothing, and mannerisms, including wearing glasses and a silver watch. The style resembles 19th-century broadsheets or runaway ads.
Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers, Untitled, 1993, lithograph in black on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee and Luhring Augustine Gallery, 2010.57.10

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Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers · 1993 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2010.57.10
This is a print of a textual and illustrative image. The top section contains a black and white illustration of a lone figure running with a sack slung over their shoulder, set against a backdrop of a bushy area. Below the illustration, in a rectangular frame, there is text describing a runaway individual, providing descriptive characteristics such as height, skin color, clothing, and accessories.
Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers, Untitled, 1993, lithograph in black on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee and Luhring Augustine Gallery, 2010.57.5

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Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers · 1993 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2010.57.5
The image shows the upper body of a person facing forwards. They have short, curly hair and prominent facial features marked by strong shadows. The individual is dressed formally with a buttoned jacket over a collared shirt. There is no jewelry or accessories visible. The background is plain white. Below the person, there is a block of text detailing information about someone named Glenn, with attention to text size and layout.
Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers, Untitled, 1993, lithograph in black on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee and Luhring Augustine Gallery, 2010.57.8

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Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers · 1993 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2010.57.8
This is a drawing of an illustration and descriptive text. The upper part shows a human figure kneeling with hands clasped in black and white. Below, there is a block of text in large font describing a person's physical characteristics and clothing, presented in a style resembling an advertisement or notice.
Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers, Untitled, 1993, lithograph in black on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee and Luhring Augustine Gallery, 2010.57.2

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Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers · 1993 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2010.57.2
This is a drawing featuring a black silhouette of a running figure and a block of text. The figure is depicted in a simple, sketch-like style, while the text below has a thick border. The text, which begins with a large letter 'R,' describes a young man named Oliver North. The person is depicted as being 5 feet tall with a medium build and is usually seen in casual attire, often wearing delicate glasses. The drawing is signed and dated, suggesting authorship or reproduction.
Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers, Untitled, 1993, lithograph in black on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee and Luhring Augustine Gallery, 2010.57.4

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Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers · 1993 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2010.57.4
This is a drawing of a stylized depiction of a scene with accompanying descriptive text. The image features a monochromatic illustration of two figures on a plain background, with one figure gesturing towards the other. Beneath this illustration is a block of text with bold initial words, "Ran away," followed by a detailed physical description. The text appears to mimic old newspaper advertisements for runaway slaves.
Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers, Untitled, 1993, lithograph in black on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee and Luhring Augustine Gallery, 2010.57.7

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Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers · 1993 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2010.57.7
This is a drawing of a figure running with a bundle over its shoulder and a block of text below it. The illustration is rendered in a simple black-and-white style. The figure is depicted in profile, mid-stride, with exaggerated features that convey a sense of movement and urgency. Above the block of text, the figure appears to be wearing old-fashioned, striped clothing and is carrying a bundle tied to a stick. Below the image, there is a block of text formatted like an advertisement or notice, describing the attire and physical characteristics of an individual named Glenn, noted as a young black man, with specific details such as clothing style, build, and hairstyle. The text is set within a rectangular border. The composition juxtaposes the vintage illustration style with contemporary typographical design.
Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers, Untitled, 1993, lithograph in black on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee and Luhring Augustine Gallery, 2010.57.9

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Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers · 1993 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2010.57.9
The image displays a drawing of a kneeling figure with raised hands in shackles, set against a plain background. Below the figure is text resembling a runaway slave advertisement, providing descriptive details.
Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers, Untitled, 1993, lithograph in black on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee and Luhring Augustine Gallery, 2010.57.1

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Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers · 1993 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2010.57.1