George Grosz

The Hero
c. 1933

A sketch of a clown sitting down, holding a bouquet of flowers in one hand and a hat in the other. The clown has a cheerful expression with a large smile and is wearing a baggy suit. Next to the clown is a small watering can with a flower sticking out of it. The drawing has a rough, expressive style with visible pencil strokes and shading.
A sketch of a clown sitting down, holding a bouquet of flowers in one hand and a hat in the other. The clown has a cheerful expression with a large smile and is wearing a baggy suit. Next to the clown is a small watering can with a flower sticking out of it. The drawing has a rough, expressive style with visible pencil strokes and shading.

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Date
c. 1933

Classification
Prints

Medium
Lithograph

Dimensions
Sheet (Irregular): 15 13/16 × 11 7/16in. (40.2 × 29.1 cm) Image: 12 5/8 × 8 3/4in. (32.1 × 22.2 cm)

Accession number
33.83.4

Edition
32/300

Publication
Printed by George C. Miller; published by Contemporary Print Group

Credit line
Whitney Museum of American Art, New York; purchase

Rights and reproductions
© Estate of George Grosz / Licensed by VAGA at Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

API
artworks/4309

Part of a series:

The American Scene No. 1, 1933-1934

6 works

A black and white lithograph depicting a dramatic scene with three figures. On the left, a man in a suit and hat appears stern, holding a baton. In the center, a woman with flowing hair and a determined expression is striding forward, her arm outstretched. To the right, another man in a hat and coat is seen in profile, looking ahead. Behind them, a banner reads "WORK OR BREAD." The artwork conveys a sense of urgency and protest. The artist's signature and the year '34 are visible at the bottom right, and the phrase "THE LORD PROVIDES" is at the bottom left.
Vintage caricature of high society men and women in formal attire with exaggerated features.
A black and white lithograph depicting a dynamic figure in a spider-like pose with multiple limbs extended, set against a backdrop of abstract forms and textures that suggest a chaotic environment. The artwork is signed by the artist at the bottom right.
A sketch of a clown sitting down, holding a bouquet of flowers in one hand and a hat in the other. The clown has a cheerful expression with a large smile and is wearing a baggy suit. Next to the clown is a small watering can with a flower sticking out of it. The drawing has a rough, expressive style with visible pencil strokes and shading.
A detailed black and white lithograph portrait of a man with a serious expression, featuring dark hair, prominent ears, and a strong jawline. The image includes text at the bottom that appears to be a signature and a date, suggesting the artwork's completion or dedication.
A black and white etching depicting a dramatic scene with a prominent equestrian statue in the foreground. The statue features a muscular figure on horseback, posed heroically. Below the statue, a group of people appear to be in various states of distress or rest. In the background, urban buildings and a tall tower with a pointed roof can be seen under a cloudy sky. The artwork is signed and dated at the bottom right.

George Grosz
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