Raoul Middleman

American, born 1935

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The image depicts a sketch of a person reclining on their side. The individual appears relaxed, with their upper body propped up by their arms, legs extended. The sketch shows the person's facial features, slightly tilted head, eyes, and a mouth, with hair flowing around the face and shoulders. The body is outlined without clothing, focusing on contours and posture, with no visible accessories or objects. The background is plain and minimal, highlighting the person.
Raoul Middleman, I've Got the Posse, Sheriff ..., 1969, lithograph, Gift of the Maryland Institute Library, 1974.11.3

I've Got the Posse, Sheriff ...

Raoul Middleman · 1969 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1974.11.3
The image shows a full-body sketch of a person standing with a relaxed posture, one hand on the hip. The facial features are loosely drawn with freehand strokes, suggesting a slight glance to the side with a nuanced expression. The hair is voluminous and flowing, depicted with sketchy lines. The figure is nude, emphasizing the natural form in an abstract style. There are no accessories. The background is blank, focusing solely on the sketched figure.
Raoul Middleman, Honey, You Ain't Seen Nuthin' Yet!, 1969, lithograph, Gift of the Maryland Institute Library, 1974.11.6

Honey, You Ain't Seen Nuthin' Yet!

Raoul Middleman · 1969 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1974.11.6
The image depicts swirling and intersecting lines forming an abstract representation of a human figure. The bold, confident strokes outline a seated figure resembling someone resting on a stool, with one leg bent, and an arm resting on the knee. The figure's head, adorned with flowing lines resembling hair, leans on the supporting hand. The abstract representation suggests human form and everyday postures through simplified yet expressive lines.
Raoul Middleman, An Ounce of Erection is Worth a Pound of Allure, 1969, lithograph, Gift of the Maryland Institute Library, 1974.11.10

An Ounce of Erection is Worth a Pound of Allure

Raoul Middleman · 1969 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1974.11.10
The image shows a full body sketch of a reclining person with legs splayed forward. The upper body leans back with arms bent behind the head. The person's face has detailed features including eyes, a nose, and lips. The hair is long and wavy. The person is nude. The sketch is done with lines only, without shading or color. There are no visible objects or jewelry. The background is plain.
Raoul Middleman, Frontispiece, 1969, lithograph, Gift of the Maryland Institute Library, 1974.11.1

Frontispiece

Raoul Middleman · 1969 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1974.11.1
The image shows a sketch of a person seated, with a relaxed posture. One arm is behind their head, and the other is raised, holding a cigarette. The person's face has exaggerated expressions, with their eyes slightly closed and lips parted. The sketch depicts wavy hair cascading around the shoulders. The person appears unclothed, and the background is plain white.
Raoul Middleman, A Hard Man is Good to Find, 1969, lithograph, Gift of the Maryland Institute Library, 1974.11.7

A Hard Man is Good to Find

Raoul Middleman · 1969 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1974.11.7
The image is a sketched portrait of a person with their full body shown, fading out towards the edges of the paper. The individual is lounging in a wicker chair, with one arm on the armrest and the other bent at the elbow near the neck. The face is shown in a three-quarter view, with prominent lips and long hair falling around their shoulders. There are no clothing details visible on the individual. The chair has a round, woven back, adding texture to the drawing. The background is plain with no additional details.
Raoul Middleman, It's the Only Show in Town, 1969, lithograph, Gift of the Maryland Institute Library, 1974.11.2

It's the Only Show in Town

Raoul Middleman · 1969 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1974.11.2
The image shows a stylized sketch of a person from the waist up. The figure is sitting and leaning forward slightly, resting their chin on a fist. The facial features are expressive, with large eyes and lips and long, flowing hair. The clothing is minimally detailed, and there is no jewelry. The background is plain, and the drawing is made with bold, continuous lines.
Raoul Middleman, My Real Name is Terra-Belle Incognita, 1969, lithograph, Gift of the Maryland Institute Library, 1974.11.5

My Real Name is Terra-Belle Incognita

Raoul Middleman · 1969 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1974.11.5
The image is a black and white sketch of a standing person. The person is positioned slightly turned to the side, looking over their left shoulder toward the viewer. Their facial features are minimal, and their long hair appears wavy, falling past the shoulders. The figure is nude, holding a piece of fabric in one hand. The background is plain.
Raoul Middleman, Use What's Lyin' Around the House, Daddy, 1969, lithograph, Gift of the Maryland Institute Library, 1974.11.4

Use What's Lyin' Around the House, Daddy

Raoul Middleman · 1969 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1974.11.4
The image features a sketch of two individuals from the chest up. One person is facing forward with a slightly tilted head, delicate features, wavy hair, and the other individual is shown partially turned away with closed eyes. Minimal details are provided for the second person, with no clothing or accessories shown. The style is abstract with simple, flowing lines, and the background is plain. The artwork is signed by the artist in the lower right corner with the date "'69" noted.
Raoul Middleman, Is That a Gun in Your Pocket ..., 1969, lithograph, Gift of the Maryland Institute Library, 1974.11.12

Is That a Gun in Your Pocket ...

Raoul Middleman · 1969 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1974.11.12
The image is a line drawing of a person crouching, one leg elevated and bent, the other firmly planted. The person is slightly hunched forward, left hand touching chin, right hand on thigh. They have long, wavy hair and expressive facial features. The person is nude with no visible accessories. The background is plain. In the bottom right corner is the signature "Middleman 69."
Raoul Middleman, If Your Cock's as Big as Your Mouth, Honey ..., 1969, lithograph, Gift of the Maryland Institute Library, 1974.11.8

If Your Cock's as Big as Your Mouth, Honey ...

Raoul Middleman · 1969 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1974.11.8