Watchmaker by Jacob Lawrence (1946)

Watchmaker, in brief

Title: Watchmaker
Artist: Jacob Lawrence (1917–2000)
Artist born in: Atlantic City, United States
Date: 1946
Dimensions: 76 × 55 cm

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What is the creation date of "Watchmaker" by Jacob Lawrence?

"Watchmaker" by Jacob Lawrence was created in 1946.

What are the dimensions of the original "Watchmaker" by Jacob Lawrence?

The original "Watchmaker" by Jacob Lawrence measures 76 x 55 cm.

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Who is the artist behind "Watchmaker"?

"Watchmaker" was created by Jacob Lawrence. The information on this page describes Jacob Lawrence's original work.

At what age did Jacob Lawrence make "Watchmaker"?

Jacob Lawrence was 29 years old when creating "Watchmaker" in 1946. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1917.

Why is the copyright status of "Watchmaker" what it is?

The copyright status of "Watchmaker" - still protected by copyright - follows from the artist's death in 2000.

About the artist, Jacob Lawrence

1917–2000, United States

Jacob Lawrence

A Life Painted in Story: The World of Jacob Lawrence Jacob Armstead Lawrence, born in Atlantic City, New Jersey, in 1917, emerged as one of the most significant American artists of the 20th century. His life story is intrinsically woven into his art—a powerful narrative shaped by the realities of being African-American during a period of profound social change. Following his parents’ divorce in 1924, Lawrence experienced a childhood marked by movement and adaptation, spending time in foster care in Philadelphia before ultimately finding a home with his mother in Harlem during the vibrant years of the Harlem Renaissance. This immersion into the cultural heart of Black America would become the wellspring of his artistic vision.

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