Richard Hood (1910-1995) - Wpa Untitled Figurative Etching, Signed (C. 1938)

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Richard Hood (1910-1995) - Untitled Figurative Etching, Signed (c. 1938). Etching on hand torn cream wove paper. Published by Works … Read more Richard Hood (1910-1995) - Untitled Figurative Etching, Signed (c. 1938). Etching on hand torn cream wove paper. Published by Works Progress Administration (WPA), Federal Art Project, Philadelphia (1935–1943). Signed in pencil at the bottom. In good condition with wear consistent with age. A total of 3 prints available so slight variations in tone and size from print pictured.

Size: 11.5 x 16 in

Richard Hood was a WPA artist primarily known for printmaking. Hood was also involved in the Federal Art Project, the Philadelphia College of Art, and the American Color Print Society. From 1951-1982, Hood was a professor at the Philadelphia College of Art. From 1956-1983, Hood was the President of the Color Print Society. Richard Hood is held in many major institutions and museums nationwide including: MOMA, Philadelphia Museum of Art, Smithsonian institute, Metropolitan Museum of Art, etc. See less