Vintage Black Americana Figure Portrait WPA WWII Drawing 1940's Political Child

Description: Intriguing vintage c1940s-1960s original conte crayon drawing depicting an African American male at profile. The caption written above the man reads Illegitimus Non Tatum Carbro which is a version of the famous phrase Illegitimi non Carborundum. Illegitimi non carborundum is a mock-Latin aphorism, often translated as "Don't let the bastards grind you down". The phrase itself has no meaning in Latin and can only be mock-translated. The phrase originated during World War II. Lexicographer Eric Partridge attributes it to British army intelligence very early in the war (using the dative plural illegitimis) The phrase was adopted by US Army General "Vinegar" Joe Stilwell as his motto during the war, in the form Illegitimati non carborundum.[1][2][3] It was later further popularized in the US by 1964 presidential candidate Barry Goldwater. Very well done with bold lines and great capture of emotion. Medium is conte crayon on paper. Unsigned. Vintage handwritten price of $150 on verso as well as a catalog number of 100009. Framed with glass in good vintage condition. See photos for details Measures 10 3/8 x 6 3/4. Framed 14" x 17". SEE MY OTHER LISTINGS!

Price: 425 USD

Location: Spring Valley, California

End Time: 2024-12-13T18:43:56.000Z

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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted

Artist: Mystery artist

Unit of Sale: Single Piece

Size: Small

Signed: No

Period: Art Deco (1920-1940)

Material: Paper

Item Length: 7 in

Framing: Framed

Subject: Figures

Type: Drawing

Year of Production: 1940-1950's

Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original

Item Height: 10 in

Theme: Portrait

Style: Illustration Art, Impressionism

Features: One of a Kind (OOAK)

Production Technique: Crayon

Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

Culture: American

Item Width: 14 in

Handmade: Yes

Time Period Produced: 1925-1949