Football

c. 1940

Joseph Vogel

Associated Names
Joseph Vogel

Artist, American, 1911 - 1985

The image consists of dynamic shapes and sharp lines. A figure with an elongated body and outstretched limbs appears to be in motion. The scene includes fragmented geometric forms, flags or banners, and a surreal bust of a woman with pronounced features and a blindfold. The composition also features distorted representations of a sports field and equipment, merging abstraction with athletic themes.
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Inscriptions

Inscribed: "Football" in pencil, lower left; "NEW YORK CITY WPA ART PROJECT" stamped in grey ink, lower left; signed: "Joseph Vogel" in pencil, lower right

Wikidata ID

Q76552176

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