Description
Hans Foy-Two Woodcuts-20th Century American Signed Prints
A pair of original 20th-century woodcuts by Americanartist Hans Foy (1894–1971), both depicting the same composition. Oneimpression is printed in black ink and is pencil signed “Hans Foy” at the lowerright; the second is printed in reddish-brown ink. The two impressions providean interesting comparison of the same block printed in different colors.
Hans Foy (1894–1971) was an American painter,illustrator, and printmaker born in Brooklyn, New York. Active in New Yorkduring the first half of the 20th century, Foy worked in both commercialillustration and fine art and became associated with the American ArtistsCongress during the 1930s. His work was exhibited at major institutionsincluding the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Brooklyn Museum, and the ArtInstitute of Chicago. His graphic work includes woodcuts and illustrationscharacterized by strong linear design and densely arranged figurativecompositions.
The woodcuts are in poor condition. Both sheets have beenirregularly trimmed with uneven edges and are attached to window mats. There issignificant paper damage and heavy edge wear, including losses and tears, aswell as creasing to both sheets. The black-ink impression is pencil signed atthe lower right. Please refer to the pictures for condition.
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Details:
• Artist: Hans Foy (1894–1971)
• Date: 20th Century
• Medium: Woodcuts on paper
• Quantity: Two impressions
• Ink:
– One impressionprinted in black
– One impressionprinted in reddish-brown
• Signature: Black-ink impression pencil signed “HansFoy” at lower right
• Dimensions:
– Mat: 14 x 11 ineach
– Image: 8 x 6.25in each
• Condition: Poor; irregularly trimmed sheets with unevenedges, paper damage, heavy edge wear, losses, tears, and creases; image areassubstantially intact
• Mounting: Both attached to window mats
• Framing: Unframed
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Disclaimer:
I have conducted thorough research to ensure the accuracyand authenticity of this work to the best of my ability. However, it is sold asis, with no guarantees or warranties regarding its provenance or historicalattribution.
