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Kenneth Paul Block Art

American, 1924-2009

Kenneth Paul Block is arguably the most important fashion illustrator of the second half of the 20th century. His versatility and ability to create a graceful gesture or evoke the high energy of the post–World War II generation make his work stand out among illustrators of his time. Throughout Block’s career, mainly with Women’s Wear Daily and W Magazine, he chronicled fashionable designs and the lifestyles of the people who wore them. Blending illustration and portraiture, his drawings of figures like Jacqueline Kennedy, Babe Paley and Gloria Guinness capture the sophistication of the era’s socialites and celebrities.

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Artist: Kenneth Paul Block
“1960’s Style”
“1960’s Style”

“1960’s Style”

By Kenneth Paul Block

Located in Southampton, NY

Here for your consideration is an original mixed media fashion illustration by the world renowned fashion artist, Kenneth Paul Block. Signed with initials bottom right. Presently unf...

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1960s American Modern Kenneth Paul Block Art

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Archival Paper, Acrylic, Oil Pastel, Watercolor

“Ski Style 1960”
“Ski Style 1960”

“Ski Style 1960”

By Kenneth Paul Block

Located in Southampton, NY

Here for your consideration is an original mixed media fashion illustration by the world renowned fashion artist, Kenneth Paul Block. Signed with initials bottom right. Circa 1965. ...

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1960s American Modern Kenneth Paul Block Art

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Watercolor, Oil Pastel, Archival Paper

“Woman in Plaid”
“Woman in Plaid”

“Woman in Plaid”

By Kenneth Paul Block

Located in Southampton, NY

Here for your consideration is an original watercolor and gouache with traces of acrylic paint fashion illustration by the world renowned fashion artist, Kenneth Paul Block. Painted ...

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1960s American Modern Kenneth Paul Block Art

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Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache, Archival Paper

“Pauline Trigere”
“Pauline Trigere”

“Pauline Trigere”

By Kenneth Paul Block

Located in Southampton, NY

Here for your consideration is an original watercolor and gouache with traces of acrylic paint fashion illustration by the world renowned fashion artist, Kenneth Paul Block. Painted ...

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1960s American Modern Kenneth Paul Block Art

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Watercolor, Gouache, Archival Paper, Acrylic

“Woman in Blue”
“Woman in Blue”

“Woman in Blue”

By Kenneth Paul Block

Located in Southampton, NY

Here for your consideration is an original watercolor and gouache fashion illustration by the world renowned fashion artist, Kenneth Paul Block. Presently unframed. Signed with initi...

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1960s American Modern Kenneth Paul Block Art

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Gouache, Archival Paper, Watercolor

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