hirschfeld
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Al Hirschfeld draws a caricature of a famous actor on a large sheet of paper.
Definition
Proper noun: * Hirschfeld: A surname, most famously associated with Al Hirschfeld, a United States artist renowned for his distinctive line-drawn caricatures of celebrities and theatrical personalities. His work was primarily published in The New York Times.
Usage
- The name "Hirschfeld" is used to refer to the artist Al Hirschfeld, his artistic style, or his body of work.
- It functions as a proper noun and is typically capitalized.
Examples
- As a reference to the artist:
- The exhibition features the work of Hirschfeld.
- Many actors considered being drawn by Hirschfeld a mark of having arrived on Broadway.
- As a reference to the style or work:
- That portrait has a very Hirschfeld-esque quality with its fluid, expressive lines.
- The museum acquired an original Hirschfeld for its collection.
Advanced Usage
- "Nina": A distinctive feature of Hirschfeld's work was hiding the name of his daughter, Nina, within the lines of his drawings. Finding the "Ninas" became a popular game for readers of .
- This caricature is from 1965; can you find the Nina ?
- "Hirschfeldian" / "Hirschfeldesque" (adjectives): Used to describe artwork, particularly caricatures, that emulate or are reminiscent of Al Hirschfeld's signature style of linear drawing and caricature.
- The illustrator has a wonderfully Hirschfeldian approach to capturing a subject's essence with minimal lines.
Variants and Related Words
- Caricaturist (noun): An artist who specializes in drawing caricatures.
- Line drawing (noun): A drawing created using distinct straight or curved lines placed against a background, without gradations in shade.
Synonyms
- Caricaturist
- Illustrator
Related Idioms and Phrases
- "To be Hirschfelded": An informal phrase meaning to have been caricatured by Al Hirschfeld, often implying a level of fame or recognition in the entertainment industry.
- After her Tony Award win, she knew she had finally been Hirschfelded.
Al Hirschfeld draws a caricature of a famous actor on a large sheet of paper.
Noun
- United States artist noted for his line-drawn caricatures (1904-2003)