William Gropper

Tomorrow's Saint
1965

An etching depicting three stylized figures, with the central figure appearing distressed and raising his hand as if to shield himself. To his right, a menacing figure with a bird-like body and human head wields a stick, while another figure with an exaggerated facial expression cowers behind. The artwork has a dark, intense atmosphere and is numbered and signed by the artist.
An etching depicting three stylized figures, with the central figure appearing distressed and raising his hand as if to shield himself. To his right, a menacing figure with a bird-like body and human head wields a stick, while another figure with an exaggerated facial expression cowers behind. The artwork has a dark, intense atmosphere and is numbered and signed by the artist.

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Date
1965

Classification
Prints

Medium
Etching

Dimensions
Sheet: 18 3/4 × 22 1/8in. (47.6 × 56.2 cm) Plate: 11 3/4 × 15 9/16in. (29.9 × 39.5 cm)

Accession number
66.62.10

Edition
18/100

Publication
Printed by Emiliano Sorini; published by Associated American Artists

Credit line
Whitney Museum of American Art, New York; gift of Associated American Artists

Rights and reproductions
© artist or artist’s estate

API
artworks/4306

Part of a series:
Twelve Etchings
12 works

A black and white etching depicting a chaotic scene with a central figure of a horse in motion, surrounded by various abstract and fragmented elements including wheels, ladders, and indistinct shapes, suggesting a sense of turmoil or destruction. The artwork is signed and numbered in the bottom margin.
This is an etching of two men engaged in a game of chess. The man on the left, with a hand on his chest, is smoking a cigarette and looking skeptically at his opponent, while the man on the right, also smoking, is hunched over with a focused expression. The chessboard is situated between them on a simple table, with a few pieces visible on the board. There are scattered cigarette butts and an open matchbox on the table. The scene is sketched with expressive lines and shading, conveying a tense atmosphere of concentration and competition.
A sketch of a man reclining comfortably in a chair with his legs crossed, holding a drink in his right hand. The man appears to be relaxed or possibly asleep. There's a piece of paper with writing on the floor beside him. The artwork has a textured background and is numbered 19/100 at the bottom left, with a signature at the bottom right.
A whimsical black and white illustration featuring a forlorn waiter balancing a large tray on his head, which holds an assortment of bottles, a glass, and a plate with a piece of cheese and a slice of bread. To the right, a figure floats above a chaotic pile of chairs and a music stand, while an empty ornate chair stands out to the left. The artwork has a dreamlike, surreal quality.
A black and white etching of a reclining woman draped in sheer fabric, with detailed lace embellishments on her dress. She has a relaxed pose with one hand behind her head and a direct gaze towards the viewer. The artwork has a vintage or classical style, and there are numbers and a signature at the bottom of the print.
A whimsical etching featuring a chaotic assembly of characters and animals in a surreal setting. Anthropomorphic figures, including a frog playing a drum, a bird with a human face, and a donkey carrying books, interact with human characters in various odd activities. The scene is infused with a sense of motion and absurdity, rendered in a sepia-toned ink.
A sepia-toned etching depicting a fisherman repairing a net, with a beached rowboat and the sea in the background. The fisherman is seated, wearing a hat and overalls, and is focused on his work. The image has a number 13/100 in the bottom left corner and a signature in the bottom right corner.
This is an etching of a surreal scene with multiple caricatured faces and objects. A large, central figure with a prominent chin and a suit sits at a table with a wine glass and an open book. To the left, a series of smaller, floating heads and household items, such as a teapot and a slice of pie, appear to be served on platters. The background suggests an outdoor setting with foliage. The artwork has a signature at the bottom right and is numbered at the bottom left.
This is an etching of a chaotic scene with four figures and a horse. The horse and two of the figures appear to be in a state of distress or conflict, with one figure seemingly being trampled. Another figure is playing a violin, seemingly oblivious to the turmoil. The background features a toppled structure with scattered blocks, adding to the sense of disarray. The artwork is numbered and signed by the artist.
This is an etching of a chaotic street scene with exaggerated figures, including people pushing carts, a figure climbing a pole, and another carrying a sign that says "LUNCH." The artwork has a sketch-like quality with rough lines and is numbered 18/100, signed by the artist in the lower right corner.

William Gropper
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