Original 1979 pencil caricature of Robert Redford by Jim Van der Keyl.
Back of drawing signed J. Van der Keyl 1979.
Signature detail of J. Van der Keyl with 1979 date.
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Original 1979 pencil caricature of Robert Redford by Jim Van der Keyl.
Back of drawing signed J. Van der Keyl 1979.
Signature detail of J. Van der Keyl with 1979 date.

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Robert Redford Original 1979 Pencil Caricature by Jim Van der Keyl

This drawing reflects not just a Hollywood icon, but a man whose authenticity shaped culture on and off the screen.

 

Description

This original 1979 pencil-on-paper caricature of Robert Redford by the incomparable Jim Van der Keyl captures the actor at the height of his cultural influence. With sharp lines and playful exaggeration, Van der Keyl distills Redford’s signature charm—wavy hair, piercing eyes, and rugged mustache—into a portrait that’s equal parts wit and admiration.

1979 also marked the release of The Electric Horseman, where Redford rode across screens in denim, fringe, and cowboy grit—style cues that remain touchstones of the California Western aesthetic we celebrate. Beyond fashion, Redford stood for more: he trusted artistry, championed independent film through Sundance, and advocated for environmental justice. 

Specifications
Artist: Jim Van der Keyl
Subject: Robert Redford
Medium: Pencil on paper
Dimensions: 10.25" W x 13.25" H
Year: 1979
Condition: Vintage, see photos for details

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