BENJAMIN LEVY Carole Hasband Gallery, 1973

This original first-edition poster was produced for the 1973 exhibition of Benjamin Levy at the Carole Halsband Gallery, located on West End Avenue in New York City. The exhibition presented a range of Levy’s work across multiple mediums, including oils, watercolors, drawings, and etchings.

The composition features a whimsical and introspective scene: a solitary figure skipping rope within a confined interior space, rendered in a deliberately naïve and stylized manner. The simplified forms, muted palette, and slightly off-kilter perspective create a quiet tension between playfulness and introspection, suggesting themes of isolation, repetition, and the inner life of the subject.

The stark, box-like setting contrasts with the gentle movement of the figure, while the looping red rope introduces a dynamic element that draws the viewer’s eye across the composition. This balance between stillness and motion reflects Levy’s distinctive visual language, where narrative and emotion are conveyed through minimal yet evocative means.

Printed in 1973 for gallery distribution, this poster exemplifies the character of exhibition materials from the pre-digital poster era—produced in limited quantities with a focus on clarity, authenticity, and direct connection to the artist’s work.

A compelling and quietly poetic piece, ideal for collectors of American art, gallery posters, and figurative works with a conceptual edge.

Framing available upon request.