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Gargantua: Chapter XI

Bernard Reder

Associated Names

Bernard Reder

Artist, American, 1897 - 1963

This is a drawing of a scene involving bovines, stools, and a reclining figure. The drawing depicts three seated figures in front of large horned animals resembling cattle or oxen. Between them is a reclining figure on the ground. The lines are bold and graphic, showing dynamism and movement. The scene has a surreal and earthy composition.

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Artwork overview

Medium

woodcut
Credit Line

Rosenwald Collection
Accession Number

1980.45.1191

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q65566257

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