Giant
1961
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lithograph on Nacre paper
Classification
Department
CG-W
Museum
National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
Credit
Rosenwald Collection
Accession Number
1964.8.2293
Art Historical Context
**Giant** (1961) by Misch Kohn is a striking lithograph on Nacre paper, part of the esteemed Rosenwald Collection at the National Gallery of Art. Created during the vibrant mid-20th-century printmaking revival in America, this work exemplifies Kohn's innovative spirit as a Chicago-based artist and educator. The title evokes monumental scale, inviting viewers to ponder themes of power and presence through bold forms rendered in lithography—a technique prized for its ability to produce nuanced tones, rich colors, and intricate textures directly from the artist's hand. What sets *Giant* apart is...