Francis Hawks Govan (self-portrait)

Drawing

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NSCDA-TN

Name/Title

Francis Hawks Govan (self-portrait)

Entry/Object ID

Govan, Francis Hawks

Description

Subject is walking on a street with poles and wires in the background. He wears pants, a light coat, a long overcoat, a white shirt, dark tie, and a hat. He faces three-quarter right.

Artwork Details

Medium

Charcoal

Collection

Private Collection

Made/Created

Artist

Govan, Francis Hawks, 1916-2000

Date made

1940 - 1950

General Notes

Note Type

Historical Note

Note

Francis Hawks Govan (1916-2000) had a varied career in the art world before settling down in Memphis, Tennessee to support his family. He was a Professor of Art at Memphis State University (now University of Memphis) for 30 years.

Create Date

June 7, 2026

Update Date

June 7, 2026