Convoy

1958

Herbert Lawrence Block

Associated Names
Herbert Lawrence Block

Artist, American, 1909 - 2001

This is an illustration of four cartoon figures walking through a swamp. The figures are holding hands as they carefully navigate murky waters with cartoon alligators. The first figure is in a military uniform holding a briefcase labeled "Chiang," leading the group. The others follow closely behind, looking cautious. The swamp is detailed with danger symbols like writhing reeds, splashes, and alligators. The background features bare trees and a foggy horizon, creating a sense of uncertainty and challenge.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite and brush and black ink, heightened with white

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 57.4 x 34.4 cm (22 5/8 x 13 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1964.8.342


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Purchased from the artist in 1960 by Lessing J. Rosenwald; gift to NGA, 1964.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower right: HERBLOCK / @1958 THE WASHINGTON POST CO.; upper center underlined: CONVOY

Wikidata ID

Q64574067

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