Press Room 

Jack Davis, the celebrated caricaturist, made "Press Room," date unknown, with ink and watercolor. This piece, teeming with characters, draws us into the frenetic energy of a sports press room, a space where media and competition collide. Davis, known for his contributions to "Mad" magazine, captures a moment of intense excitement, perhaps a game-winning point. The press members, a mix of genders and expressions, are rendered with Davis' signature exaggerated features. Note the person in the front, wearing a baseball cap: are they a commentator, coach, or just an avid fan embedded in the press? The image highlights how deeply sports are woven into the social fabric, creating shared emotional experiences. Davis' cartoon style adds a layer of humor, underscoring the often-overlooked theatricality of sports journalism. "Press Room" reflects not just a sporting event, but also the charged atmosphere of those who document and broadcast it.