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Untitled (Soldier of the Abraham Lincoln Brigade)

1937

Michael Lenson

Associated Names

Michael Lenson

Artist, American, 1903 - 1971

The image depicts a man standing and holding a rifle close to his chest. He has a strong facial structure with short, dark hair and wears a cap. His attire includes a short-sleeved shirt, a chest strap connected to the rifle's sling, and a bag at his waist. The man appears focused with a slightly upward gaze. The background shows stylized buildings and smoke or flames.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph
Credit Line

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

image: 382 x 256 mm
sheet: 455 x 319 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.3132

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

35 Pr. in pencil, lower left corner

Signed: Michael Lenson -- 37 in pencil, lower right corner

Wikidata ID

Q76455563

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