Richard Hood (1910-1995) - Vintage Abstract Circus Lithograph, Signed (c. 1951). Abstract circus trapeze performers. Signed in the lower right corner. Printed on hand torn wove cream paper. In very good condition with wear consistent with age. A total of 3 available so each print is slightly different in terms of edges, etc.

Size: 16.25 x 20.5 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.