his is an original vintage exhibition poster for the renowned Social Realist artist Robert Gwathmey (1903–1988), produced for a show at the Terry Dintenfass Gallery in New York City. The gallery, located at 18 East 67th Street, was a significant hub for mid-century American art and long represented Gwathmey’s work.

The poster features a striking, minimalist line drawing characteristic of Gwathmey’s "Social Realism" style, which often focused on the rural South and the lives of African American sharecroppers. The composition depicts a cluster of architectural forms and dwellings with figures integrated into the scene: a man playing a guitar on a rooftop and a couple standing beneath a porch. The artwork is accented with subtle, muted pops of color—two blue-grey clouds and a patch of earthy brown—contrasting against the stark black linework.

The typography is elegantly arranged at the bottom, listing the artist's name, the exhibition dates (January 8 – February 3), and the gallery imprint. This piece serves as both a significant historical document of the New York gallery scene and a beautiful example of mid-century graphic design and American figurative art.

Condition & Specifications

• Artist: Robert Gwathmey

• Gallery: Terry Dintenfass Inc.

• Medium: Lithographic exhibition poster on paper

• Dimensions: 26 in (H) x 18 in (L)

• Condition: Good vintage condition. Notable light creasing at the top left corner and minor foxing/toning consistent with age, particularly along the bottom edge.

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