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Richard Merkin Figurative Prints

American, 1938-2009
Richard Merkin’s (1938 – September 5, 2009) work conjures up scenes that evoke the raucous spirit of the 1920’s, 30’s and 40’s. In his witty, often eccentric illustrations, Merkin depicts movie stars, jazz musicians, sports heroes and literary impresarios co-mingling with more personal references. In his highly stylized approach to the figure, Merkin privileges color relationships, balance and juxtaposition over strictly literal descriptions of his subjects. And humor; there’s always humor.
(Biography provided by Graves International Art)
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Artist: Richard Merkin
Oedipus and Luxor /// Contemporary Richard Merkin Figurative Funny Screenprint
By Richard Merkin
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
Artist: Richard Merkin (American, 1938-2009) Title: "Oedipus and Luxor" *Signed by Merkin in pencil lower right Circa: 1980 Medium: Original Screenprint on white Arches 88 paper Limi...
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1980s Contemporary Richard Merkin Figurative Prints

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Kansas City Monarchs, Lithograph by Richard Merkin
By Richard Merkin
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Artist: Richard Merkin, American (1938 - 2009) Title: Kansas City Monarchs Year: circa 1977 Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil Edition: 250 Image Size: 18.5 x 26.5 inc...
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1970s Contemporary Richard Merkin Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

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