W. Iler

American, active 1930s - 1970s

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This is a drawing of an abstract creature on a wooden plank surrounded by figures. The drawing shows an elongated worm-like creature with bandages and poles resembling flags labeled "STORK CLUB," "GHD," and "ON TO MOSCOW," resting on a wooden platform carried by distorted, human-like figures. The figures have exaggerated features and are depicted in a chaotic manner. The use of black and white gives the composition a dramatic appearance. The style is reminiscent of caricature or satirical illustrations, conveying a narrative or commentary through whimsical and symbolic elements.
W. Iler, Walter-Winch-Bug, 1950, woodcut in black on wove paper, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.783.4

Walter-Winch-Bug

W. Iler · 1950 · woodcut in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2008.115.783.4