Benton Spruance – Forward Pass (1944) I Limited Edition

Benton Spruance – Forward Pass (1944)

(Fine/Looney 231)

Artist: Benton Spruance (1904 Philadelphia – 1967 Philadelphia)
Medium: Lithograph in colours on wove paper, with margins
Year: 1944
Image Size: 20 × 12 1/2 in. (50.8 × 31.8 cm)
Sheet Size: 23 1/8 × 15 1/2 in. (58.7 × 39.4 cm)
Edition: Annotated “Ed 35”
Markings: Signed, titled, and annotated in pencil
Printer: Printed by Theodore H. Cuno
Framing: Framed

Description

Benton Spruance’s Forward Pass (1944) is a dynamic colour lithograph that captures the energy and movement of American athletic life during the mid-20th century. Known for his expressive treatment of contemporary social subjects, Spruance brings a sense of immediacy and dramatic tension to this sports-themed composition.

The work’s layered colours and rhythmic lines emphasize motion and coordination, hallmarks of Spruance’s mastery of lithographic technique. The composition conveys both the physicality of the game and the artist’s characteristic ability to abstract and stylize the human form while maintaining narrative clarity.

This example is signed, titled, and annotated “Ed 35” in pencil, printed by Theodore H. Cuno. With its strong palette, crisp impression, and full margins, Forward Pass represents a significant piece within Spruance’s diverse and influential body of printmaking.

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FAQ

Is this Benton Spruance artwork an original edition?

Yes, Forward Pass is an original colour lithograph created by Benton Spruance in 1944.

What medium was used?

It is a colour lithograph printed on wove paper.

Is this artwork part of a limited edition?

Yes. The print is annotated “Ed 35”, indicating its edition number.

Is the artwork signed?

Yes, it is signed, titled, and editioned by Benton Spruance in pencil.

Does the artwork come with documentation?

A certificate of authenticity (COA) can be provided upon request.

Is the artwork framed?

Yes, the lithograph is framed.

Is worldwide shipping available?

Yes, international insured shipping is available with professional packaging and tracking.