Death Can Be Fat 1964

"Death Can Be Fat" is a 1964 etching by American artist Sid Hammer. The artwork features an abstract, skeletal figure with a skull-like head, rendered in stark black and white. Hammer's use of line and form creates a sense of both vulnerability and menace. The work's title suggests a dark humor and a contemplation on mortality, themes often explored in Hammer's artistic practice. This print is a powerful example of Hammer's signature style, characterized by bold lines and a raw, visceral quality.