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    Jan Bauch

    Czech, 1898 - 1995

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    The image is an etching of a person's head and upper shoulders, a head-and-shoulders portrait. The individual is facing forward. The facial features include prominent, heavy-set eyebrows, deep-set eyes, a long, straight nose, and full lips. The person has wavy hair that is somewhat messy and appears to be dark. The person is wearing a suit jacket over a buttoned shirt, with the background consisting of a range of varied line patterns and scattered dots, creating a textured effect.
    Jan Bauch, Kafka, 1983, drypoint in black and sepia, Gift of Gerald Cerny, 2000.166.15

    Kafka

    Kafka

    Jan Bauch · 1983 · drypoint in black and sepia ·  Accession ID  2000.166.15

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    The image is a headshot showing the upper part of a person's body. The person is facing forward at the center of the frame. The facial features are striking and exaggerated, with large, deep-set eyes and a long, narrow expression accentuated by heavy brushstrokes. The lips are closed and seem downturned, and the hair is styled simply, falling around the head in dark, unfocused strokes. The person's clothing is indistinct, suggested by bands of lines at the neck. There are no apparent jewelry or objects held by the person. The background is a textured, dark-toned area that contrasts with the face, providing depth to the image. The scene is monochrome, characterized by heavy use of black and brown tones.
    Jan Bauch, Smutny klaun (Sad Clown), 1970, drypoint, Gift of Gerald Cerny, 2000.166.16

    Smutny klaun (Sad Clown)

    Smutny klaun (Sad Clown)

    Jan Bauch · 1970 · drypoint ·  Accession ID  2000.166.16

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