Roland Peterson

American, born 1926

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The image shows intersecting lines and geometric shapes creating a pattern with perspective and depth. The central figure has a curved silhouette and appears to be sitting at a table. Objects on the table form shapes resembling bottles and plates. The background consists of dark horizontal strokes suggesting a cloudy sky or landscape.
Roland Peterson, Figure and Table, 1965, etching in black on wove paper, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.3914

Figure and Table

Roland Peterson · 1965 · etching in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2008.115.3914

The image shows a web of intersecting lines and angular shapes, creating depth and texture. Dark and light contrasts suggest forms resembling human figures or objects within a room. Dense lines on the right frame a scene reminiscent of a parent and child engaging in a quiet activity, evoking a domestic setting.
Roland Peterson, Father and Daughter, c. 1957, etching in black on wove paper, Gift of Bob Stana and Tom Judy, 2018.143.51

Father and Daughter

Roland Peterson · c. 1957 · etching in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2018.143.51