An Act of Barber

20th century

Perry Oliver

Associated Names
Perry Oliver

Artist, American, active 20th century

This is a drawing of two figures engaged in an interaction that resembles a barbershop scene. The image features two figures, one seated on a stool with a draped covering, presumably a customer at a barbershop, and the other figure standing with a concentrated expression, holding a utensil or tool. The standing figure is wearing a cap and a plaid-like patterned coat and pants outfit with sandals. The seated figure has short hair, cut around the ears, and appears to be wearing a cape or cover. The composition uses fine lines and minimal shading, emphasizing the characters' expressions and unique attire. The style of drawing may hint at caricature, focusing on exaggerated features and gestures. The background is plain, focusing the observer's attention entirely on the interaction between the two figures.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on BFK Rives wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 15.5 × 11.7 cm (6 1/8 × 4 5/8 in.)
    sheet: 33 × 25.3 cm (13 × 9 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1980.45.1121


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

"Oliver" lower right margin, graphite, artist's hand. Not dated. "IV" lower left margin, graphite, artist's hand. "An Act of Barber / Perry Oliver Jr." verso, lower right margin, graphite, unknown hand.

Markings

None.

Watermarks

"BFK RIVES"

Wikidata ID

Q65576112

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