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Back Hand Shot

1950

Doris Alexander

Associated Names

Doris Alexander

Artist, American, 1906 - 1995

This is a drawing of a tennis player hitting a backhand shot. The drawing shows the player in motion on a tennis court, with the net in the foreground. Spectators are visible in the background. The use of black and white emphasizes shadows and motion. The player's athletic build and focus are highlighted through detailed lines and shading, bringing the action to life.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph
Credit Line

Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams
Dimensions

Image:319 x 253mm
Sheet:408 x 330mm
Accession Number

2008.115.637

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In pencil: lower left, "Backhand Shot"; lower right, Doris Alexander (in script)

Wikidata ID

Q76454897

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