Oil and acrylic on paper, signed at lower left, matted and framed under Plexiglass.

Sight size 23 x 17 in.; Frame dimensions 29 3/4 x 23 3/4 in.

Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity signed by the artist and dated June 16, 1990.

Alvin Carl Hollingsworth was an influential African American artist and comic book illustrator, born in 1928. He began his career at a young age, contributing to the Golden Age of comic books during the 1940s. Hollingsworth's work spanned various genres, including romance, war, and horror comics. Beyond his contributions to comics, he was a prominent fine artist and educator, known for his vibrant and dynamic paintings that often addressed social issues such as civil rights and urban life. Hollingsworth's legacy is celebrated for its impact on both the comic book industry and the broader art community.

Soft cockling to sheet; not examined out of the frame.