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Alfonso Ossorio — Jonah
Alfonso Ossorio — Jonah
Alfonso Ossorio — Jonah
Alfonso Ossorio

Jonah

1935

Alfonso Ossorio's biblical wood engraving depicts the story of Jonah from the Old Testament. This intricate work from 1935 showcases the artist's technical mastery of the wood engraving medium. The composition captures dramatic narrative tension through careful line work and contrast. Ossorio's interpretation emphasizes the spiritual and psychological dimensions of Jonah's struggle. The work demonstrates the artist's deep engagement with religious and mythological themes.

Medium
wood engraving
Dimensions

Notes

Signed, titled, dated and inscribed to lower edge 'Jonah Alfonso Ossorio 1935 To Usher Coolidge with best wishes for many Happy returns of the day'.

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April 16, 2026

Estimate: $3,000$5,000

Lot 278

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Alfonso Ossorio, Jonah, 1935

Alfonso Ossorio's biblical wood engraving depicts the story of Jonah from the Old Testament. This intricate work from 1935 showcases the artist's technical mastery of the wood engraving medium. The composition captures dramatic narrative tension through careful line work and contrast. Ossorio's interpretation emphasizes the spiritual and psychological dimensions of Jonah's struggle. The work demonstrates the artist's deep engagement with religious and mythological themes.

Medium
wood engraving
Dimensions
20 x 30.2 cm
Year
1935
Seen at
Wright, Chicago, United States

Related themes

Modernist approach, Figurative Print, Mythological Subject, Classical Imagery, Early Twentieth Century, Wood Engraving, Technical Mastery, Detail Work, Classical Technique, Fine Line Work, Dramatic Tension, Religious Subject, Dramatic Composition, Biblical Narrative, Religious Themes, Spanish Artist, Spiritual Struggle, 1930s Art

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