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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

  • Creation: 1983
  • Creation: undated

Creator

Language of Materials

English Latin

Conditions Governing Access

Access is open to researchers by appointment at the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Biographical / Historical

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.

Full Extent

From the Collection: 1 placeholder : 152 linear feet Fashion illustrations, watercolors

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Kaish, Morton, 1927-, 1983

Physical Description

23 x 15 1/2 inches. Charcoal and wash.

General

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.

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Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections and FIT Archive Repository

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