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This framed 1970 acrylic on paper by J. Akston, titled "Man of La Mancha", offers a haunting, expressionistic portrayal of … Read more This framed 1970 acrylic on paper by J. Akston, titled "Man of La Mancha", offers a haunting, expressionistic portrayal of Don Quixote. Rendered in bold black strokes against a muted ground, the figure leans into a cruciform structure, perhaps a windmill, symbolizing both struggle and sacrifice. The distorted form and bleeding edges evoke emotional intensity and fragility, capturing the tragic nobility of Cervantes' knight. Akston's minimalist palette and raw tool work strip the subject to its essence, creating a powerful meditation on delusion, endurance, and the fine line between madness and heroism. See less
- Dimensions
- 7ʺW × 0.5ʺD × 10ʺH
- Styles
- Abstract
- Figurative
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Period
- Late 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Acrylic Paint
- Glass
- Paper
- Wood
- Condition
- Unknown, Needs Restoration
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- The item may have notable defects or flaws. There may be signs of wear consistent with age, including foxing to … moreThe item may have notable defects or flaws. There may be signs of wear consistent with age, including foxing to the matting, and a scratched, chipped, and dented frame. Item is signed by the artist. Please look at the images for more details. less
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