John Tuska Pen and Ink and Graphite Figure Drawings, Late 20th Century
Item Details
John Tuska (Lexington, Kentucky, 1931-1998)
Untitled (gestural figure studies), dated 1992 and 1995
Three pen and ink and graphite drawings on paper
Unsigned
Provenance
From the artist’s estate.
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
- toning to paper; light edge wear to sheets; surface smudges and stray ink marks.
Dimensions
- measures largest of three.
Item #
ITMG696481
