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Denys Wortman'S New York: Portrait Of The City In The 30S And 40S
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A Rescued Archive Of Vintage New York City From A Forgotten Ash Can Artistafter Cartoonist, Educator, And Editor James Sturm Discovered The Vintage Book Mopey Dick And The Duke, He Set Off To Find Out More About The Author, The Deceased And Unknown Cartoonist Denys Wortman. Sturm Immediately Took Note Of The Masterful Drawingscasual, Confident, And Brimming With Personalityand Wondered How This Cartoonist Escaped His Radar. After Some Online Sleuthing, Sturm Connected With Wortman'S Son, Who Relayed That An Archive Of More Than Five Thousand Illustrations Was Literally Sitting In His Shed In Dire Need Of Rescuing. For More Than Thirtyfive Years, The Illustrations Had Been Fighting Such Elements As Hungry Rodents, Rusty Paper Clips, And Even A Blizzard. Wortman'S Son Also Had Drawers Full Of His Father'S Correspondence, Including Letters And Holiday Cards From William Steig And Walt Disney. Original Artwork By Artists And Personal Friendsincluding Peggy Bacon, Milt Gross, Isabel Bishop, And Reginald Marshwere Also Saved. The Fact That Wortman'S Luminary Peers Held Him In The Highest Regard, Coupled With His Artistic Prowess, Makes His Absence From Both Fine Art And Comics History Puzzling. So Sturm And Brandon Elston Set Out To Create A Beautiful Tribute To The Forgotten Master.Denys Wortman'S New York Is Not Only A Tribute To Wortman; It Is A Tribute To New York, The City That Sparked Wortman'S Voracious Creative Output. From Coal Cellars To Rooftops, From Opera Houses To Boardinghouses, Wortman Recorded The Sailors, Dishwashers, Con Artists, Entertainers, Pushcart Peddlers, Construction Workers, Musicians, Hoboes, Society Matrons, Young Mothers, Secretaries, And Students Who Collectively Made The City What It Was And Is Today.
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- Q: What is the primary focus of 'Denys Wortman's New York'? A: 'Denys Wortman's New York' focuses on the artistic works and illustrations of Denys Wortman, capturing the essence of New York City during the 1930s and 1940s.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book 'Denys Wortman's New York' contains 288 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Denys Wortman's New York' is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Denys Wortman's New York' published? A: The book was published on November 10, 2010.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Denys Wortman's New York'? A: The author of 'Denys Wortman's New York' is Denys Wortman.
- Q: What themes are explored in the illustrations within the book? A: The illustrations explore various themes of New York City life, including everyday people, urban landscapes, and cultural moments from the 30s and 40s.
- Q: Are there any notable figures mentioned in the book's context? A: Yes, the book mentions notable figures such as William Steig and Walt Disney, who corresponded with Denys Wortman.
- Q: Is this book suitable for art enthusiasts? A: 'Denys Wortman's New York' is highly suitable for art enthusiasts, particularly those interested in historical illustrations and the evolution of urban art.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'Denys Wortman's New York' is in new condition.
- Q: Does the book contain any additional features or materials? A: The book does not list any specific additional features or materials, focusing primarily on Wortman's illustrations and artistic legacy.