Kaish, Morton, 1927- (1927-)
Dates
- Existence: 1927-
Biography
Morton Kaish (1927- ) is an American artist known for his paintings, prints, and fashion illustrations. During the 1950s and 1960s, Kaish worked as a fashion illustrator for publications such as Harper's Bazaar, Esquire, and Lord & Taylor. In addition, Kaish was a Professor of Art and Design at FIT for 25 years. While teaching at FIT, Kaish developed and led a study abroad program in Florence, Italy. Kaish has also been in Art-in-residence at a number of universities in the United States. His works have been featured in many museum exhibits across the country.
Found in 16 Collections and/or Records:
Marjorie Freund papers
This collection contains original advertisement layout art, original fashion drawings, clipped magazine ads, holiday and event invitations, and store catalog pamplets.
Morton Kaish collection, 1950s-1974, bulk 1950s-1960s
This collection is comprised of 5 folders containing tear sheets of Morton Kaish original illustrations, 1 folder containing Tod Draz original illustrations, 1 folder of containing photographs of Morton Kaish working in his studio, and media containing Morton Kaish illustrations.
Untitled (Figure bust with clenched hands and large feathered hat), circa 1950s, 1993, circa 1950s
Figure bust with clenched hands and large feathered hat; Black and white: charcoal and wash; Signed
Untitled (Figure in beaver car coat and veiled hat), circa 1950s, 1993, circa 1950s
Figure in beaver car coat and veiled hat; Black and white: charcoal and wash; Signed
Untitled (Figure in nubby wool princess coat with umbrella), circa 1950s, 1993, circa 1950s
Figure in nubby wool princess coat with umbrella; Black and white: charcoal, crayon and wash; Signed
Untitled (Figure in peplum dress and scalloped brim hat), circa 1950s, 1993, circa 1950s
Figure in peplum dress and scalloped brim hat; Black and white: brush and wash; Signed
Untitled (Figure in Persian lamb swing coat), circa 1950s, 1993, circa 1950s
Figure in Persian lamb swing coat; Black and white: charcoal, crayon and wash; Signed
Untitled (Figure in ribbed dress with pockets), circa 1950s, 1993, circa 1950s
Figure in ribbed dress with pockets; Black and white: charcoal and wash; Signed
Untitled (Four figures in spring outfits, one in striped hooded coat), undated, 2001, undated
Four figures in spring outfits, one in striped hooded coat; Black and white: brush and wash; Signed lower left; Client Lord & Taylor
Untitled (Male figure in kimono with sword), undated, 1983, undated
Male figure in kimono with sword; Black and white: charcoal and wash; Signed