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Man's Dream

1935

Harry Sternberg

Associated Names

Harry Sternberg

Artist, American, 1904 - 2001

This is a drawing of a creature flying alongside an airplane in space. The creature resembles a classical depiction of Icarus with wings. They are close to the airplane's engines and propellers. The background shows a cosmic scene with stars, planets, and a crescent moon. The artwork is detailed, with fine lines illustrating textures and forms, creating a surreal atmosphere combining elements of myth and fantasy with technology and exploration.

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Artwork overview

Medium

etching and aquatint in black
Credit Line

Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams
Dimensions

plate: 200 x 377 mm
sheet: 274 x 460 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.4643
Catalogue Raisonné

Moore 1975, no. 124

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1975

Moore, James C. Harry Sternberg: A Catalog Raisonné of His Graphic Work. Wichita, Kansas: Ulrich Museum of Art, 1975, no. 124.

Inscriptions

lower center in graphite: "Man's Dream"; lower right in graphite: Harry Sternberg

Markings

stamped lower left in black ink: FEDERAL ART PROJECT / WPA NYC

Wikidata ID

Q76441648

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