Of Course He Will Come: Vanity of Hope

1949

Benton Murdoch Spruance

Associated Names
Benton Spruance

Artist, American, 1904 - 1967

The image depicts a woman seated, facing slightly right. She has short, curly hair, a serious expression, and is wearing a stylish hat with colorful decorations. She wears a dark jacket, a green skirt, and white gloves. There is a background filled with abstract shapes, numbers, and letters, including a prominent "801" on a yellowish section, and an arrow pointing in one direction on a sign.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    4-color lithograph

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1950.17.281

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Fine/Looney 1986, no. 277

Associated Artworks

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The image shows a half-body view of a person standing in profile, with a contemplative expression. The individual has distinct facial features, including a straight nose, defined cheekbones, and closed lips. Their brown hair is smooth and straight, reaching above the shoulders. They are wearing a green top and a brown garment below the waist, with arms crossed. The background shows a stormy sea view through a window, framed by heavy curtains.

Soliloquy: Vanity of Decision

Benton Spruance

1949

This is an image of a book cover. The cover is teal with a central red panel that has golden text saying "VANITY I BENTON SPRUANCE." White borders frame the red section, and green ribbons are visible at the edges. The color palette is sophisticated and uses complementary shades.

Vanity I: Vanity of the Mind

Benton Spruance

1949

The image shows a person with a unique appearance, kneeling with one foot tucked under their body. They have short hair, distinct facial features, and are clothed in a red robe. Large white wings with black accents extend from their back. One wing is held slightly forward by their hand. The person is surrounded by a vibrant yellow aura, against a darker, abstract background.

Fallen Angel: Vanity of Disagreement

Benton Spruance

1949

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1986

  • Fine, Ruth and Robert F. Looney. The Prints of Benton Murdoch Spruance. Philadelphia: University of Philadelphia Press, 1986.

Wikidata ID

Q65221225

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