Howard Warshaw

American, 1920 - 1977

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The image is a sketch of a person's upper body, showing the head, shoulders, and arms in an active pose. Both arms are raised upward, with the left arm extending beyond the cropped edge. The facial features are defined, with an open mouth, eyes, and eyebrows drawn minimally. The hair is depicted with short, possibly curly lines. The clothing is suggested with basic lines for drapery or folds. There are no visible accessories or objects. The background is plain, emphasizing the drawing. Handwritten notes are seen on the bottom right side of the page.
Howard Warshaw, Study for "The Odyssey", 1963, pen and black ink on wove paper, Gift of Christopher and Beverly With in memory of Karl and Gerda With, 2019.156.4

Study for "The Odyssey"

Howard Warshaw · 1963 · pen and black ink on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2019.156.4

The image shows a grid pattern with squares. Each square contains black and white line drawings of hand gestures. The hands are depicted in various positions, with some in a fist-like shape and others more open. Shadows and textures are used to create depth in the composition.
Howard Warshaw, Hands, 1951, photolithographic collotype, printed offset, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.4963

Hands

Howard Warshaw · 1951 · photolithographic collotype, printed offset ·  Accession ID  2008.115.4963