Is Helen Fowler under copyright?

Yes, this artwork is still under copyright.

Helen FowlerRobert PrisemanNone

Contemporary Realism
15.0 x 18.0 cm
Museum of Fine Arts

Robert Priseman (1965 –)

Robert Priseman (b.1965) is a British artist exploring dark socio-political themes like capital punishment & memory in provocative paintings. Featured in V&A, Royal Collection.

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Helen Fowler lived in the red light district of Niagara Falls in New York State.A mother of four, Helen was found guilty of collaborating in the murder of a 63 year old white man named George Fowler, with the help of her common law husband George Knight. George Fowler had been “out on the town” on the evening of his death, apparently boasting that he was carrying a large amount of cash. Helen Fowler and her partner beat George to death with a hammer in order to steal his money. Three of her children testified against her at trial. Helen Fowler was executed by electric chair at Sing Sing prison on the 16th November 1944 at the age of 37 along with her partner George Knight. She was the only Afro-American woman to be electrocuted in New York State in the 20th Century.

About this artwork

Title: Helen Fowler
Artist: Robert Priseman
Original dimensions: 15.0 x 18.0 cm
Format: Portrait
Copyright status: Under copyright
Where to see it: Museum of Fine Arts
Movement: Contemporary Realism
Color palette: Neutrals
Keywords: crime scene portrait, black woman portrait, 1940s new york art
Color intensity: Monochromatic

Questions & Answers

What is the color identity of "Helen Fowler" by Robert Priseman?

The color identity of "Helen Fowler" by Robert Priseman: a neutrals palette, dominated by gray (#978d8e).

How does "Helen Fowler" fit into Robert Priseman's themes and style?

Within Robert Priseman's output, "Helen Fowler" sits in the Contemporary Realism style, alongside the themes of realism, portraiture, social commentary, grayscale studies, justice, punishment, racial inequality, 1940s america.

What luminance does "Helen Fowler" by Robert Priseman have?

The luminance recorded for "Helen Fowler" by Robert Priseman is bright balance.