Uncle Sham #2

1971

Dave Geiser (artist, author), The Print Mint, Inc. (publisher)

Associated Names
Dave Geiser

Artist, American, born 1948

The Print Mint, Inc.

Publisher, American, 1965 - 2016

This is a drawing depicting a domestic scene with a surreal twist. The interior of a room is shown with a large window overlooking a cityscape. Various comic elements are included in the composition, including text and speech bubbles with phrases like "Look Ma! It’s a Pie in the Sky!" The room features colorful and exaggerated figures, comic food motifs, and an anthropomorphic sun outside. The style is reminiscent of underground comics, characterized by vibrant colors, exaggerated features, and irreverent humor.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in black with front and back cover in full color

  • Credit Line

    Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 24.45 × 17.78 cm (9 5/8 × 7 in.)
    open: 24.45 × 43.18 cm (9 5/8 × 17 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2014.126.144

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

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