1979
Serigraph
in 26 colors
Edition 300, 30 Artist's Proofs, 30 AP (Artist's Proofs), 5 PP (Printer's Proofs), 10 HC (Hors de Commerce)
American Leisure-time Obsessions Series
Artwork Size: 30 x 40"
Image Size: 30 x 40"
Gallery Print, 100% cotton rag
Printed at the artist's studio, 130 Greene Street, New York, NY by Robert Blanton
Published by Harriet Gamper
© Clayton Pond 1979
About this print: The “Fantasy” image came from the artist’s own obsession with sailing. The boat’s name is a whimsical reference to many sailors’ desire to possess a larger boat in order to be at the “top of the game”.
About the series: Through his interest in sailing the artist became aware of the increasing significance of leisure time pursuits as an American cultural obsession. Increasing economic prosperity has allowed the average person more time off and the money for leisure time activities. The artist observed that identifying strongly with a specific sporting activity is akin to joining a sub-culture; a social group identified by a common dress, terminology, etiquette, and set of behaviors. During the years 1975 through 1978 Pond traveled extensively around the United States to create this series showing leisure time enthusiasts in their finest moments.