Helen and Lily

1941

Milton Avery

Associated Names
Milton Avery

Artist, American, 1885 - 1965

The image depicts an engraved outline of two individuals on a copper plate. Both figures are seen from the waist up, indicating a partial body representation. They appear to be seated or in a relaxed position next to each other. The features of their faces are minimally defined, offering only basic contours and expressions without detail. The hair is sketched with minimal lines, suggesting short hairstyles. The clothing is suggested by broad lines which seem to depict sleeves and possibly a dress or shirt. Around them, the copper plate serves as a plain metallic background, with limited engravings indicating no additional context or objects outside the figures themselves. The surface also shows recognizable text in the upper left corner.
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Bibliography

1973

  • Lunn, Harry H., Jr. Milton Avery: Prints 1933-1955. Washington, D.C.: Graphics International Ltd., 1973, no. 23.

Wikidata ID

Q63571149

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