sheet size- 18 x 14 1/8 inches, full margins, rich impression
John Steuart Curry (1897-1946), is best-known as one of the American Regionalist artists active during the Great Depression through WWII. A central theme to his work is the struggle between man and nature. Deeply devoted to his native Kansas, Curry used the state as subject matter for many of his works.
| Creases | |
| Area: | Margin |
| Location: | Other location |
| Notes: | Very minor crease at the top of the sheet in the margin |
| Degree: | Minor |
| Mat Burn | |
| Area: | Image |
| Location: | Overall |
| Notes: | minor mat staining, visible on close inspection |
| Degree: | Minor |
| Remains of Hinges / Adhesive | |
| Area: | Margin |
| Location: | Upper right, Lower right |
| Notes: | minor tape residue at the top of the sheet in the margin |
| Degree: | Minor |
| Image | The central image area, composition, or focal point; the area inside the margins/plate marks. |
| Margin | Areas bordering the central image, outside the plate marks, or the perimeter area. |
| Edge | The farthest edge of the object. |
| Verso | The reverse/back of the object. |
| Minor | An existing condition which generally does not involve risk of loss. |
| Moderate | Noticeable damage, increasing in severity and/or size; should be monitored or corrected by a conservator. |
| Major | Distinct, recognizable damage; the stability of the work is questionable and risk is a factor. Requires the attention of a conservator. |
| Extreme | Advanced and severe damage; work is insecure and at great risk. |
