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Workers Under Fascism

1941

Eugene Karlin

Associated Names

Eugene Karlin

Artist, American, 1918 - 2003

This is a drawing of abstract forms shaped like human figures. The image features stylized forms with arms raised above the head. The figures have exaggerated angular limbs and are rendered in a monochromatic palette, with strong lines and shading. In the background, there are geometric shapes. The composition conveys a message of struggle or repression.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph
Credit Line

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

Image: 391 x 265 mm
Sheet: 473 x 310 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.2784

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In pencil: lower left, "Workers Under Fascism" 1/4 1941; lower right, Eugene Karlin

Wikidata ID

Q76443164

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