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Seymour Chwast - Groucho, 1989 Signed Postmodern Silkscreen On Paper 174/200

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$560

A postmodern silkscreen on Rives BFK paper titled "Groucho" by Seymour Chwast. Hand signed in pencil on the lower right with an annotation of 174/200 on the lower right. Published in 1989. From a private collection. Dimensions: 46"h x 32.25"w x 1.25"d (framed). In very good condition "Groucho" pays homage to legendary comedian Groucho Marx through the artist’s distinctive postmodern style. Executed in vibrant blocks of yellow, orange, and black, the portrait is accented by sharp geometric forms and whimsical typography spelling "Groucho" along the left edge. Chwast's witty interpretation combines caricature with high design, embodying his influential role in merging fine art and graphic illustration. Hand-signed in pencil and numbered 174/200, this limited edition print highlights Chwast's celebrated ability to transform cultural icons into striking visual statements. Seymour Chwast (1931- ) is an internationally acclaimed graphic designer, illustrator, and artist, best known as a co-founder of the revolutionary Push Pin Studios, which transformed visual culture in the mid-20th century. His work has been exhibited in major museums worldwide, including the Museum of Modern Art and the Smithsonian Institution, and is represented in the permanent collections of leading institutions such as the Cooper Hewitt and Library of Congress. A recipient of the AIGA Medal and the Art Directors Club Hall of Fame honor, Chwast is celebrated for his bold postmodern style that merges fine art, illustration, and design with cultural commentary.

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