Sanctuary
Artist
John Steuart Curry
(American, 1897 - 1946)
Date1944
MediumLithograph on paper
DimensionsOverall: 11 3/4 × 15 3/8 inches (29.85 × 39.05 cm)
Credit LineGift of Robert M. White II in honor of his father, L. Mitchell White
Object numberF97-2/45
Signedpencil lower right margin
On View
Not on viewCollections
DescriptionIn the center of the image is a large grouping of animals seeking refuge from the flood. In the background to the left is a partially submerged barn.Copyright© John Steuart Curry Estate / Kiechel Fine Art
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