Walter-Winch-Bug

1950

W. Iler

Associated Names
W. Iler

Artist, American, active 1930s - 1970s

This is a drawing of an abstract creature on a wooden plank surrounded by figures. The drawing shows an elongated worm-like creature with bandages and poles resembling flags labeled "STORK CLUB," "GHD," and "ON TO MOSCOW," resting on a wooden platform carried by distorted, human-like figures. The figures have exaggerated features and are depicted in a chaotic manner. The use of black and white gives the composition a dramatic appearance. The style is reminiscent of caricature or satirical illustrations, conveying a narrative or commentary through whimsical and symbolic elements.
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The image features the cover of a publication titled "PEOPLE IN PRINT." In the center is a black and white block print artwork depicting two faces. The faces are stylized with strong lines and simplified detailing, both figures are wearing head coverings. Underneath the artwork, the cover displays the text "The Graphic Workshop, New York 1950." The background is a solid brown color.

cover image for portfolio People in Print

Leona Pierce Frasconi

1950

People in Print

Various Artists, Graphic Workshop

1950

The image shows a stylized print of a person's upper body and head facing forward. Their hands are positioned in front, one in a fist. They have short hair and defined facial features. They wear a textured shirt or jacket and hold an object in one hand. In the background are large structural forms, resembling tower-like structures or industrial scaffolding, with bold lines and patterns, and a bright light or sunburst effect in the top right corner.

Bridge Worker

Leonard Baskin, Graphic Workshop

1950

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Sragow Gallery (via Mann Williams Antiques), New York, NY); to Dave H. and Reba W. Williams, Greenwich, CT, 27 May 1993; gift to the NGA, 2008.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In pen ink: lower right, 3

Wikidata ID

Q76457185

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