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Jitterbugs

c. 1940

Ben Messick

Associated Names

Ben Messick

Artist, American, 1901 - 1981

This is a drawing of a dance scene. Figures are depicted dancing, with a musical band playing in the background. The figures are in motion, with sweeping lines creating dynamism. The background has textured strokes. Musical instruments such as a trumpet and saxophone are visible. Light and shadow are utilized to emphasize movement and expression.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph
Credit Line

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

image: 260 x 280 mm
sheet: 275 x 338 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.3497

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In pencil: verso, #6 JitterBugs.
In stone: lower right, Ben Messick

Wikidata ID

Q76551464

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