Lax, David, 1910-1990
Variant namesDavid Lax (1910-1990) donated over 100 of his paintings and drawings to RIT's collection in 1983. Lax, a native of New York's Hudson Valley, established and served as the chair of the art department at Dutchess Community College. During World War II, he worked for the U.S. Army as an illustrator. His vibrant paintings reflect his philosophical preoccupation with the human condition. Lax died in 1990.
From the description of David Lax paintings and drawings, circa 1950-1970. (RIT Library). WorldCat record id: 760001140
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| referencedIn | Lax, David, 1910- : [miscellaneous ephemeral material]. | Metropolitan Museum of Art, Thomas J. Watson Library | |
| creatorOf | Lax, David, 1910-1990. Artist file. | Brooklyn Museum Libraries & Archives | |
| referencedIn | Alfredo Valente papers | Archives of American Art | |
| referencedIn | Lax, David : Biographical file. | Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center | |
| creatorOf | Lax, David, 1910-1990,. David Lax paintings and drawings, circa 1950-1970. | RIT Library, Wallace Library |
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Death 1990
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