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Print, Art

Object number2019.18.18

Artist Bill Patterson

Date1997

MediumPaper; Ink; Paperboard; Wood; Gilding; Glass; Plastic; Metal

Credit LineGift of Steve Zumoff

DescriptionFramed rectangular print. Print has yellow background with black linear artwork depicting bipedal animals conversing within a building interior. Print is mounted within a black paperboard mat within a gilt wooden frame with ornate decoration. Glass glazing. Reverse is covered in black backing paper.DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth (Framed): 31.5 x 39.25 x 1.5 in. (80 x 99.7 x 3.8 cm)
SignedArtist signature in the viewer's bottom right corner "Bill Patterson" and date printed in the viewer's bottom left corner "MAR 97".
InscriptionsPrint has black printed text including "WHAT'S / NEW?", "ZOO / ROOM", and "S.O.S".
Historical NotesArtwork by Bill Patterson from the Beehive Coffeehouse. The Beehive Coffeehouse, located at 1327 E. Carson Street was a South Side institution for 28 years. It opened in 1991 at the nascent end of a developing coffee shop culture that would soon proliferate in urban centers throughout the country. It was one of the first coffee shops in Pittsburgh. For many years it served as a gathering place for local artists that lived in the neighborhood that often worked there as well. Co-owners Steve Zumoff and Scott Kramer cited rising rents, increased competition, and low sales as the reason they were closing the shop. They also had a shop in Oakland that closed in 2002. The décor of the Beehive was made up of thrifted objects and pieces by local artists. The collection reflects the unique décor and atmosphere of the Beehive.

Related institution Beehive Coffeehouse and Dessertery (1991 - 2018)

Related person Steve Zumoff

Related person Scott Kramer

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