John Tuska Conte Crayon Drawing on Paper of a Nude Male Figure
Item Details
A Conte crayon drawing on deckle edge paper by listed artist John Tuska (American, 1931-1998). This piece depicts a reclining nude man rendered from a lateral perspective with his head being supported by his left arm. This piece is signed by the artist to the lower right. Presented unframed, laid on a white floating mat and encased in plastic. This piece comes from the estate of the artist son and is being sold exclusively through Everything But The House.
Tuska was a Kentucky-based artist, born in Yukon, Pennsylvania and 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
- minor discoloration to the paper; minor bent corners.
Dimensions
- measures the mat; paper size measures approximately 19.5" W x 25" H.
Item #
17LEX055-209
Additional Information
