"Things I Saw-No. 23," New York Times Op-Art Illustration by Jason Polan, March 25, 2012

THF737579 / "Things I Saw-No. 23," New York Times Op-Art Illustration by Jason Polan, March 25, 2012 / page 11, detail
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Artifact Overview

Jason Polan was a Michigan-born, New York-based illustrator whose visual storytelling sought to elevate the everyday—with humor and care. This collection documents Polan's life and prolific art practice, spanning childhood to adulthood; he was also a convener of creative communities. Inspiration, ideation, and completed projects are represented in preparatory material, printed matter, publications, product design, artwork, and personal collecting.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Newspaper

Date Made

12 July 2026

Subject Date

12 July 2026

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2025.294.0.61

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Polan Family.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)
Newsprint

Technique

Printing (Process)

Color

Black-and-white (Colors)

Dimensions

Height: 22 in
Width: 12 in

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"Things I Saw-No. 23," New York Times Op-Art Illustration by Jason Polan, March 25, 2012