Introduction
Elizabeth Olds (December 10, 1896 – 1991) was an American artist known for her work in developing silkscreen as a fine arts medium. She was a painter and illustrator, but is primarily known as a printmaker, using silkscreen, woodcut, lithography processes. In 1926, she became the first female honored with the Guggenheim Fellowship. She studied under George Luks, was a Social Realist, and worked for the Public Works of Art Project and Federal Art Project during the Great Depression. In her later career, Olds wrote and illustrated six children's books.
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Q5363286
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Introduction
In 1926, Olds became the first woman to receive a Guggenheim fellowship.
Nationality
American
Gender
Male
Roles
Artist, Lithographer, Painter
Names
Elizabeth Olds, Elizabeth M. Olds
Ulan
500018141
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