John Tuska Graphite and Chalk Figure Drawings

Item Details

John Tuska (American, Kentucky, 1931 – 1998)
Untitled (figure and portrait studies), mid to late 20th century
Three graphite and chalk drawings on paper
Each is signed, two to the lower right and one to the lower left of the page

Tuska was a Kentucky-based artist, born in Yukon, Pennsylvania. He is best known for his sculptures, ceramics, paper casts, inks, and watercolors. He acquired his formal education at New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University, New York. After serving in the U.S Navy, he became an educator at the University of Kentucky, which commissioned him to produce his first and last major works in ceramic Genesis (1969) and bronze Illumine (1995). His work can be found in multiple institutions including Museum of Arts and Science, Georgetown College, Krannert Art Museum, Palmer Art Museum, Pennsylvania State University and University of Kentucky Art Museum, among many others.

Condition

- slight ripple to paper sheets; toning to sheets, concentrated along edges; edge wear to sheets with bent corners.

Dimensions

- measures one sheet of three.

Item #

ITMG382540