(Detroit, Michigan, 1867 - 1949)
undated
Ink paper
Collection of the Akron Art Museum
Gift of Robert Bordner
1973.26
Although this ink drawing is undated, it clearly depicts the artist later in his life. This self-portrait was given to the museum by Sommer’s friend and neighbor, Robert Bordner, who also donated the much-loved painting "Bordner Mural". In 1929, at the age of 62, Sommer found himself without a job as a commercial printer when the more efficient and cheaper method of off-set printing replaced lithography. Sommer was now able to devote all of his time to his art.
Signed in ink "William Sommer" LR