John Tuska Figure Study Ink Drawings, Late 20th Century

Item Details

John Tuska (American, 1931 – 1998)
Untitled (figure studies), late 20th century
Ink on paper
Signed to lower margin

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

- rough edges from being torn; creases throughout the paper; minor curling of the paper; negligible stains and smudges throughout the composition; toning of the paper.

Dimensions

- approximate measurements of lot.

Item #

ITMA000AG4