Al Hirschfeld

1903 - 2003

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Biography

Al Hirschfeld was an American caricaturist best known for his distinctive black-and-white portraits of celebrities from the world of entertainment. His career spanned nearly nine decades, during which he contributed regularly to publications such as The New York Times and Playbill. Hirschfeld's unique style, characterized by elegant, flowing lines and hidden references to his daughter's name 'Nina' in most of his drawings, made him a beloved figure in the art world.