Richard Hood – Abstract Modernist Screenprint, Signed (C.1951)

Richard Hood (1910-1995) – ‘Subway’ Screenprint, Signed (c.1951). Abstract modernist 4 layer screenprint on hand torn cream wove paper. Signed in the lower right corner. In very good condition with wear consistent with age. The studio has a total of 3 screenprints of this series. Therefore each piece might be slightly different than what is pictured.

Size: 22.25 x 16.375 in

Richard Hood was a WPA artist primarily known for printmaking. Hood was also involved in the Federal Art Project, the Philadelphia College of Art, and the American Color Print Society. From 1951-1982, Hood was a professor at the Philadelphia College of Art. From 1956-1983, Hood was the President of the Color Print Society. Richard Hood is held in many major institutions and museums nationwide including: MOMA, Philadelphia Museum of Art, Smithsonian institute, Metropolitan Museum of Art, etc.