Thomas Hart Benton "Youth Music" (1974 Lithograph)

Thomas Hart Benton

(American, 1889-1975)

Youth Music, 1974

Lithograph on paper

16 3/4" x 20 1/2" (image)

Edition of 150

Pencil-signed "Benton" in the lower right margin. Full sheet (22" x 27") with deckled edges, housed in a glazed frame measuring 27 1/2" x 30 3/4".

Of the imagery depicted, Benton commented: "Youth Music attempts to portray the 'swing' of the youthful combos which have sprung up everywhere in late years. I have tried to suggest also the frequent audience participation in their performances."

Literature: Creekmore Fath, The Lithographs of Thomas Hart Benton, 1979 (second edition), University of Texas Press, 92.

27.5 x 30.75 x 1.5 in
Condition Report: Very good condition. The sheet is not laid down, but hinged to the mat along the top edge. Mild toning to the sheet evenly distributed inside the mat window.