Irving Amen

About The Artist

Artist Irving Amen Irving Amen, 1918 – 2011. Amen is known as one of the most important printmakers in the United States. His deep love for mankind and hopeful attitude towards life emanates powerfully from his work. His universal appeal has brought him the broadest audience.

Born in New York City, he began drawing at the age of four. A scholarship to the Pratt Institute was awarded to him when he was fourteen years old. With Michelangelo as his idol, he spent seven years in life classes perfecting his drawing. He served with the Armed Forces, 1942 - 1945. He headed a mural project and executed murals in the United States and Belgium. His first exhibition in woodcut was held at the New School for Social Research and his second at the Smithsonian Institute in 1949.

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Irving Amen

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Moses

Students (Cheder)

The Artist + Model + a Small Bird

The Scribe

Troubadours

Bread Carriers, Vienna

Concentration

Folk Singer

Young Boy

Young Artist

The Mandolin

Flute Song

Fisherwoman

Abstract II

Abstract