Bernard Handelsman

American, 1918 - 1989

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The image features an artistic depiction of a man visible from the waist up. He is positioned on the left side, facing right, with sharp facial features and styled hair. He is dressed in a formal outfit with a collared shirt, suspenders, and a wide tie. The background includes abstract elements such as musical notes, geometric shapes, and repeated words "VOGUE" and dates. The center of the image shows a large structure resembling a machine, along with concentric circles that could represent stacked records.
Bernard Handelsman, Will Barnet, Untitled (Self Portrait), 1939, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.2329

Untitled (Self Portrait)

Bernard Handelsman, Will Barnet · 1939 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.2329

The image shows a winter scene from a slightly elevated perspective. In the distance, a flat horizon line separates the snow-covered ground from the sky, with some barren trees visible. It is a monochrome drawing, likely a lithograph, with strong, dark lines depicting numerous people skating on ice. The land surrounding the skating area is lighter, showing snowy ground and paths. In the foreground, a person is reclining on a hill, possibly sketching or reading, with a hat nearby. Another person is pushing a stroller, and someone is walking towards a small building along a curving path. The overall tone is black and white, contrasting the animated skaters with the calm landscape.
Bernard Handelsman, Will Barnet, Untitled (Skating Scene), c. 1939-1940, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.2328

Untitled (Skating Scene)

Bernard Handelsman, Will Barnet · c. 1939-1940 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.2328