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Kaish, Morton, 1927- (1927-)

 Person

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

 Collection
Identifier: SC.66
Scope and Contents

This collection contains original advertisement layout art, original fashion drawings, clipped magazine ads, holiday and event invitations, and store catalog pamplets.

Dates: Majority of material found within 1950-1970

Morton Kaish collection, 1950s-1974, bulk 1950s-1960s

 Collection
Identifier: SC.419
Scope and Contents

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.

Dates: 1950s-1974, bulk 1950s-1960s

Untitled (Figure bust with clenched hands and large feathered hat), circa 1950s, 1993, circa 1950s

 Item
Identifier: SC.187.1.82
Scope and Contents

Figure bust with clenched hands and large feathered hat; Black and white: charcoal and wash; Signed

Dates: 1993; circa 1950s

Untitled (Figure in beaver car coat and veiled hat), circa 1950s, 1993, circa 1950s

 Item
Identifier: SC.187.1.81
Scope and Contents

Figure in beaver car coat and veiled hat; Black and white: charcoal and wash; Signed

Dates: 1993; circa 1950s

Untitled (Figure in nubby wool princess coat with umbrella), circa 1950s, 1993, circa 1950s

 Item
Identifier: SC.187.1.88
Scope and Contents

Figure in nubby wool princess coat with umbrella; Black and white: charcoal, crayon and wash; Signed

Dates: 1993; circa 1950s

Untitled (Figure in peplum dress and scalloped brim hat), circa 1950s, 1993, circa 1950s

 Item
Identifier: SC.187.1.85
Scope and Contents

Figure in peplum dress and scalloped brim hat; Black and white: brush and wash; Signed

Dates: 1993; circa 1950s

Untitled (Figure in Persian lamb swing coat), circa 1950s, 1993, circa 1950s

 Item
Identifier: SC.187.1.87
Scope and Contents

Figure in Persian lamb swing coat; Black and white: charcoal, crayon and wash; Signed

Dates: 1993; circa 1950s

Untitled (Figure in ribbed dress with pockets), circa 1950s, 1993, circa 1950s

 Item
Identifier: SC.187.1.83
Scope and Contents

Figure in ribbed dress with pockets; Black and white: charcoal and wash; Signed

Dates: 1993; circa 1950s

Untitled (Four figures in spring outfits, one in striped hooded coat), undated, 2001, undated

 Item
Identifier: SC.187.1.249
Scope and Contents

Four figures in spring outfits, one in striped hooded coat; Black and white: brush and wash; Signed lower left; Client Lord & Taylor

Dates: 2001; undated

Untitled (Male figure in kimono with sword), undated, 1983, undated

 Item
Identifier: SC.187.1.139
Scope and Contents

Male figure in kimono with sword; Black and white: charcoal and wash; Signed

Dates: 1983; undated