Eddie and Old Man Morpheus

1931
(American, 1898–1952)
Framed: 193.6 x 163.2 x 6.5 cm (76 1/4 x 64 1/4 x 2 9/16 in.); Overall: 182.5 x 153 cm (71 7/8 x 60 1/4 in.)
© Carl Gaertner
This artwork is known to be under copyright.
Location: not on view

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The painting’s whimsical title refers to Morpheus, the ancient Greek god of sleep.

Description

In this rendering of an artist’s studio in downtown Cleveland, Gaertner portrayed an artist friend, probably Edward Dubrowski, sleeping in a chair before an easel. It remains open to interpretation whether the artist might have become exhausted from his labors, or may be taking a break in order to spark inspiration.
Eddie and Old Man Morpheus

Eddie and Old Man Morpheus

1931

Carl Gaertner

(American, 1898–1952)
America, Ohio, Cleveland

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