Steinberg
Definition
Proper noun: - Saul Steinberg: A renowned American cartoonist and illustrator, born in Romania, famous for his sophisticated and often satirical caricatures of prominent figures and his distinctive cover art for The New Yorker magazine.
Usage
- As a proper noun (name of a person):
- The museum is hosting an exhibition featuring the work of Steinberg.
- Many consider Steinberg's "View of the World from 9th Avenue" to be an iconic piece of American art.
Advanced Usage
- The name Steinberg is primarily used to refer to the artist and his body of work. It can be used attributively to describe his unique style.
- That drawing has a very Steinberg-esque quality to it, with its clever use of line and perspective.
Variants and Related Words
- Steinbergian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Saul Steinberg's artistic style.
- The illustrator's Steinbergian wit is evident in his political cartoons.
Synonyms
- Cartoonist: A person who draws cartoons.
- Illustrator: An artist who makes illustrations.
- Caricaturist: An artist who specializes in drawing caricatures.
Related Idioms/Phrases
- While there are no direct idioms, the phrase "a Steinberg view" is sometimes used informally to describe a perspective that is both detailed and parochial, referencing his famous cover.
- His understanding of global politics is a bit of a Steinberg view, focused intensely on local issues.
Noun
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United States cartoonist (born in Romania) noted for his caricatures of famous people (1914-1999)
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