Dylan Thomas

Welsh, 1914 - 1953

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This is a drawing of a poem surrounded by abstract figures. The artwork presents handwritten text detailing a poem called "The Hand that Signed the Paper" by Dylan Thomas, set amidst abstract and surrealist illustrations. The visuals showcase large hands and human forms intertwined with the text. The illustrations suggest a link between the power of written words and human impact, creating a surreal and distorted impression. This reinforces the poem's theme about the consequences of remote decision-making. The drawing employs heavy lines and textures to heighten the dramatic and dark atmosphere.
Peter Grippe, Dylan Thomas, Anderson-Lamb, Morris Gallery, The Hand that Signed the Paper Felled a City from 21 Etchings and Poems, published 1960, etching from a portfolio of 10 etchings; six etching and aquatints; two engraving and etchings; two etching and drypoints; and one etching, aquatint, and drypoint on Rives paper, Prospero Foundation Fund, 1997.6.1.6

The Hand that Signed the Paper Felled a City from 21 Etchings and Poems

Peter Grippe, Dylan Thomas, Anderson-Lamb, Morris Gallery · published 1960 · etching from a portfolio of 10 etchings; six etching and aquatints; two engraving and etchings; two etching and drypoints; and one etching, aquatint, and drypoint on Rives paper ·  Accession ID  1997.6.1.6