William Willis

American, born 1943

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The image consists of bold, curving lines and angular shapes that overlap. The abstract composition includes elements resembling an oversized letter 'C' and a series of steps or zigzags. There is a shape suggesting a stylized leaf or flower petals. The combination of dark tones with subtle gradients creates contrast.
William Willis, Untitled, after "The Source", 1986, charcoal, graphite, and oil wash on prepared wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Betsy Karel), 2015.143.1399

Untitled, after "The Source"

William Willis · 1986 · charcoal, graphite, and oil wash on prepared wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.143.1399

The image contains gray and dark gray shapes with various linear and curved formations. In the center, there is a dark irregular shape surrounded by layers of sweeping curves. The overlapping lines add depth and complexity to the abstract composition.
William Willis, Glimpse, 1984, oil and graphite on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Betsy Karel), 2015.143.1398

Glimpse

William Willis · 1984 · oil and graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.143.1398