Waiting by Will Barnet, 1975 Unsigned Offset Lithograph. Paper size is 16 x 11.5 inches, with an image size of 10.75 x 10.5 inches. The Offset Lithograph is from an unknown edition size. and is not framed. The condition was rated A: Mint. Additional details: This contemplative composition by Will Barnet, titled Waiting, was created in 1975 as part of the important Kent Bicentennial Portfolio: Spirit of Independence, a landmark project commemorating the American Bicentennial through the work of leading contemporary artists. The scene depicts a group of New England women arranged across a stark architectural setting—porches, stairways, and elevated platforms—rendered with Barnet’s characteristic precision and restraint. Each figure is isolated in posture and gesture, yet unified within a carefully structured composition, evoking a shared emotional atmosphere of quiet anticipation. The work is often interpreted as a meditation on waiting—perhaps for the return of sailors or loved ones—imbuing the scene with a subtle narrative tension beneath its calm surface. Barnet’s mature style is fully evident here: simplified geometric forms, a muted and harmonious palette, and a masterful use of spatial organization. The composition unfolds almost architecturally, with strong horizontal and vertical divisions that guide the viewer’s eye while reinforcing a sense of stillness and introspection. The result is both timeless and deeply psychological. Printed using traditional techniques of the pre-digital poster era, this work reflects the clarity and craftsmanship associated with fine printmaking of the period, when artists collaborated closely with master printers to achieve precise tonal balance and line quality. A significant and highly collectible example from Barnet’s Bicentennial period, combining historical context with his distinctive, meditative approach to figurative art. Framing available upon request. Shipping Size:

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A: Mint