Drawings by S. Clay Wilson

1969

S. Clay Wilson (artist), San Francisco Comic Book Company (publisher)

Associated Names
S. Clay Wilson

Artist, American, born 1941

San Francisco Comic Book Company

Publisher, American, active 1970 - 1983

The image shows an abstract drawing with a chaotic assemblage of lines and shapes merging into a dense scene. Various figures overlap one another in the composition. One figure resembles a pirate with a large hat and exaggerated facial expression near the center. Surrounding elements exhibit swirling patterns and textures, reminiscent of waves or smoke. Another figure to the left has long hair and bare shoulders, resembling a classic cartoon character. To the right, creatures with tentacles and eyes suggest fantastical beasts. The artwork features intricate details creating a vivid dreamscape filled with fantastical elements.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    28-page paperback bound volume with offset lithograph illustrations in black

  • Credit Line

    Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 27.31 × 21.59 cm (10 3/4 × 8 1/2 in.)
    open: 27.31 × 43.18 cm (10 3/4 × 17 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2014.126.149


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names


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