Old Age

1950

S. Edelson

Associated Names
S. Edelson

Artist, American, active c. 1950

The image shows two individuals positioned close together. The individual on the left has a face characterized by heavy lines, a prominent brow, and a thick beard, wearing a hat and an overcoat with a visible white collar. The individual on the right has a face outlined with bold strokes, a long thin nose, and wears a headscarf, along with an overcoat or cloak. The background includes block-like buildings on the left and tree-like shapes on the right, set against bold expressions and patterns. The style appears to be a woodcut print with heavy black ink on a light background, emphasizing stark contrasts and bold forms.
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Artwork overview

Associated Artworks

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The image features the cover of a publication titled "PEOPLE IN PRINT." In the center is a black and white block print artwork depicting two faces. The faces are stylized with strong lines and simplified detailing, both figures are wearing head coverings. Underneath the artwork, the cover displays the text "The Graphic Workshop, New York 1950." The background is a solid brown color.

cover image for portfolio People in Print

Leona Pierce Frasconi

1950

People in Print

Various Artists, Graphic Workshop

1950

The image shows a stylized print of a person's upper body and head facing forward. Their hands are positioned in front, one in a fist. They have short hair and defined facial features. They wear a textured shirt or jacket and hold an object in one hand. In the background are large structural forms, resembling tower-like structures or industrial scaffolding, with bold lines and patterns, and a bright light or sunburst effect in the top right corner.

Bridge Worker

Leonard Baskin, Graphic Workshop

1950


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Sragow Gallery (via Mann Williams Antiques), New York, NY); Dave H. and Reba W. Williams, Greenwich, CT, 27 May 1993; gift to the NGA, 2008.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In ink: lower right, 8

Wikidata ID

Q76457174

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