Kate Carew
Illustrator and journalist, political cartoons
Born
Died
1961
65 years ago — 92 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An American illustrator and journalist, contributed significantly to visual journalism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Specialized in political and social commentary through caricatures. Worked with periodicals such as The New York Times and The New York Evening World. Captured prominent political figures and major events through distinct artistic style. Her career included producing illustrations that reflected the political climate of the time, showcasing ingenuity in combining art and journalism.
Created politically themed caricatures
Illustrated for The New York Times
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