Untitled
1926 to 1950
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graphite and pastel on wove paper
Dimensions
sheet: 99.9 × 37.4 cm (39 5/16 × 14 3/4 in.)
Classification
Drawing
Department
CG-W
Museum
National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
Credit
Gift of John Davidson in memory of John Anthony Drummond Walker
Accession Number
2021.79.1
Art Historical Context
Richard Hunt's *Untitled* drawing, created between 1926 and1950, captures a fascinating span of American artistic evolution—from the Roaring Twenties through the Great Depression and into the post-World War II era. This large-scale work on wove paper, measuring nearly 100 cm in height, exemplifies the intimate yet expressive potential of works on paper, a medium favored by artists for its affordability and versatility during times of economic flux. Crafted with graphite for precise lines and shading alongside pastel for vibrant, blendable color, Hunt employs techniques that allow for dynamic ...