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Joseph Yeager
Technical Illustration of a Ford Lehman Engine in Gouache on Heavy Cardstock

mid-1960s

About the Item

Technical Illustration of a Ford Lehman Diesel Engine in Gouache on Heavy Cardstock Highly detailed and precise illustration of an engine by Joseph Yeager (American, 20th Century). The engine is bright red with some green accents. It is rendered in exquisite detail, with careful attention paid to accuracy. Of particular note are the highlights and shadows to imply differences in materials. Unsigned, but was acquired with a collection of the artist's work. This piece is on heavy cardstock. Presented in a new off white mat. No frame. Joseph "Joe" Yeager (American, 20th Century) was raised in Cleveland Ohio, where he went to art school at night and started his art career at 19. He was a commercial artist for the Cleveland Press for seven years, and then worked as the paper’s art director for another seven. In the army, he was a technical research illustrator for the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics. He later moved to Medina, Ohio in 1941 and opened Joe Yeager Industrial Design in 1947. He also taught advanced perspective at the Cleveland School of Art.
  • Creator:
    Joseph Yeager (1892 - 1958, American)
  • Creation Year:
    mid-1960s
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
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  • Condition:
    Very good condition, the artist had this piece covered in protective mylar film. Tape and residue remains on the board from where this film was attached, but this does not affect the illustration.
  • Gallery Location:
    Soquel, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DBH88661stDibs: LU54213339952
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