Lucile Blanch

American, 1895 - 1983

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The image features an aerial view of an arena or fairground with a tree line, distant structures, a large tent, a fence, four bulls being inspected by men, and spectators on tiered bleachers. Above the bleachers, there is a tall structure that looks like a maypole with hanging ribbons or banners. The artwork is detailed with precise lines and textures, rendered in a monochrome palette of gray and black typical of a lithograph or similar print.
Lucile Blanch, Judging the Bulls, 1935, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.933

Judging the Bulls

Lucile Blanch · 1935 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.933

This is a black and white drawing of a strongman performer on a stage facing away from the viewer, with one arm extended towards a seated audience in an amphitheater. The audience is made up of well-dressed individuals in multiple tiers of seating, appearing captivated by the performance. The background features arched niches and ropes of gymnastic rings hanging above the performer, indicating a circus or vaudeville setting. The scene is detailed, with various expressions on the audience members' faces.
Lucile Blanch, At the Bobino, 1929, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.934

At the Bobino

Lucile Blanch · 1929 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.934