Junk Man

1938

Santos Zingale

Associated Names
Santos Zingale

Artist, American, 1908 - 1999

This is a drawing of a person pushing a loaded cart. The figure is bent over in a strained pose, with muscles visible under the clothing. The cart is filled with sacks. The drawing shows a moment of labor, with strong lines and shading. In the background, there are outlines of buildings and other figures. The composition emphasizes the physicality and movement of transporting goods, possibly relating to labor and industry.
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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left on stone: S.Z.; lower left in graphite: Santos Zingale; lower right in graphite: Junk Man 6/20; upper left verso in black ink on adhered label: Sanots Zingale / Junk Man / Lithograph / 4/38

Markings

printed upper left verso in ink on adhered label: WPA PROGRESS ADMINISTRATION FEDERAL ART PROJECT / STATE WISCONSIN CITY MILWAUKEE / ARTIST / TITLE / MEDIUM / PROJECT NO. / DATE / Property of the United States Government FAP: 394

Watermarks

BFK

Wikidata ID

Q76442363

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