Jesse Howard

1885 — 1982

American artist (1885–1983)

Jesse Howard (1885–1983) was an American artist known for his hand-lettered signs. A self-taught artist, Howard's first professional recognition came when Art in America magazine profiled him in 1968. Howard worked from what he called "Sorehead Hill", a 20-acre farm in Fulton, Missouri where he both produced and displayed his work.

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Works

1900c

Untitled (Eisenhower says peace...)

Jesse Howard Metropolitan Museum of Art
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1900c

Untitled (The 79-year old jurist…)

Jesse Howard Saint Louis Art Museum
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1959

Untitled (#79)

Jesse Howard Smithsonian American Art Museum
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1961

Untitled (June 14 1961 Governor John)

Jesse Howard Metropolitan Museum of Art
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1970s

The Saw and the Scroll

Jesse Howard Smithsonian American Art Museum
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1972

Untitled (#37)

Jesse Howard Smithsonian American Art Museum
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