The Naked Chicken by James Drake (1946): Allegorical Intensity in Charcoal bulldog The piece retains its original

The piece retains its original oil-based pigments and lacquer

this mid-century Italian piece functions as a monumental standalone sculpture

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multi-disciplinary oeuvre

now made in a larger catch-all size

The Naked Chicken by James Drake (1946): Allegorical Intensity in Charcoal bulldog The piece retains its original34W x 41H x 1D "The Naked Chicken," an arresting charcoal and gouache drawing on Japanese paper, created in 1999 by the distinguished American artist James Drake. This work powerfully exemplifies Drake's signature style, characterized by its visceral energy, allegorical depth, and visually seductive execution. The central subject, a prominent chicken, is rendered with a striking balance of raw intensity and meticulous detail. Drake's masterful command