Portrait #1422

Additional Details

  • Subject/Title:Govan, Francis (Frank) Hawks - self-portrait
  • Artist:Govan, Francis (Frank) Hawks
  • Date Created:ca. 1945
  • Owner/Location:Private Collection
  • Frame Dimensions:46 x 38
  • Image Dimensions:44 x 36
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  • Materials/Media:Charcoal on canvas
  • Date Documented:19 May 2008
  • Condition:Good
  • Description:Subject is walking on a street with poles and wires in the background. He wears pants, a light coat, a long overcoat, a white shirt, dark tie, and a hat. He faces three-quarter right.
  • Notes:Francis Hawks Govan (1916-2000) had a varied career in the art world before settling down in Memphis, Tennessee to support his family. He was a Professor of Art at Memphis State University (now University of Memphis) for 30 years.