Alex Monastersky

American, 1895 - 1964

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There is a drawing depicting a dance scene with a saxophonist. Two main figures are energetically dancing in the foreground, with additional dancers in the background. The saxophonist is in the lower left corner, playing energetically. The drawing uses shading and lines to convey movement and vibrancy.
Alex Monastersky, Dancers, c. 1936-1942, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.3554

Dancers

Alex Monastersky · c. 1936-1942 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.3554

This is a drawing of a musical jam session. It shows three musicians in a room: a guitarist seated in the foreground, a pianist at the piano, and a double bass player in the background. The guitarist is focused on his instrument, the pianist on the sheet music, and the double bass player stands behind the guitarist. The setting suggests a casual and intimate atmosphere, with a sheet of paper on the floor. Shading and texture in the drawing give depth and realism.
Alex Monastersky, Jam Session, c. 1935-1943, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.3553

Jam Session

Alex Monastersky · c. 1935-1943 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.3553

The image depicts two boxers in a match within a boxing ring. They have muscular builds and are in close proximity, grappling. Their facial expressions show focus. Both have short, dark hair and wear boxing attire. Ropes surround the ring, and a referee watches closely. In the foreground, three spectators are visible, with one wearing a suit. The background shows a blurred crowd watching the fight in a darkened room.
Alex Monastersky, Round #3, c. 1935-1943, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.3552

Round #3

Alex Monastersky · c. 1935-1943 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.3552