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Air Raid Wardens

1943

Richard Correll

Associated Names

Richard Correll

Artist, American, 1904 - 1990

The image displays bold, angular lines and contrasting black and white shapes depicting three abstract figures. The central figures have elongated limbs and wear helmets, holding a hose or tool. The background includes parallel lines and shapes resembling walls or buildings. In the upper left, a figure with a basket walks, alluding to everyday life. The composition conveys movement and energy.

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Artwork overview

Medium

linocut
Credit Line

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

image: 256 x 385 mm
sheet: 315 x 435 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.1316

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In pencil: lower left, Air Raid Wardens; lower center, (Artist's proof); lower right, R. V. Correll © 1943.

Wikidata ID

Q76442316

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