Smile #1

1970

Various Artists, Jim Mitchell (artist, author), Denis Kitchen (artist, author), Kitchen Sink Enterprises (publisher)

Associated Names
Jim Mitchell

Artist, American, born 1949

Denis Kitchen

Artist, American, born 1946

Kitchen Sink Enterprises

Publisher, American, 1970 - 1999

This is a drawing of a whimsical scene with a cartoon character, balloons, and a rainbow. The image shows a white, cartoonish character floating with balloons above a colorful landscape with clouds and a rainbow. In the landscape, there are grassy areas with flowers and a small blue bird flying. Two figures with exaggerated features stand in front of the backdrop, and the text prominently features the word "Smile" at the top. The style is playful and colorful, reminiscent of a comic book or cartoon. The drawing evokes a sense of nostalgia and imagination, likely appealing to viewers with its childlike wonder and vibrant colors.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with front cover in full color

  • Credit Line

    Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 24.77 × 17.46 cm (9 3/4 × 6 7/8 in.)
    sheet: 24.77 × 34.93 cm (9 3/4 × 13 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2014.126.122


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

William and Abigil Gerdts, New York, NY; gift to NGA, 2014

Associated Names


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