Zarina

American, born India, 1937 - 2020

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The image includes two rectangular shapes outlined with thick dark lines on the right side of a light tan canvas. The rectangles have internal divisions reminiscent of rooms or spaces. A small label at the bottom reads "Santa Cruz 1992-1997."
Zarina, Baskin Art Studios, University of California at Santa Cruz, A horizontal blue line: Santa Cruz 1992- 1997, 1997, cut-and-pasted aquatint and etching, printed chine collé and watercolor additions on wove Arches Cover paper from a portfolio of ten etchings (including title page), Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2022.7.1.9

A horizontal blue line: Santa Cruz 1992- 1997

Zarina, Baskin Art Studios, University of California at Santa Cruz · 1997 · cut-and-pasted aquatint and etching, printed chine collé and watercolor additions on wove Arches Cover paper from a portfolio of ten etchings (including title page) ·  Accession ID  2022.7.1.9

This is a drawing of a floor plan on a textured surface. The image shows a simplistic floor plan drawn on a light cream-colored textured paper. The plan is vaguely shaped like a rectangular form with several smaller rectangular sections within it, outlined in darker, heavier lines suggesting walls or partitions. The texture of the paper and the roughness of the drawing give it an aged and somewhat abstract appearance. Below the drawing, a small label is attached stating "Los Angeles 1975-1976." There is a central vertical crease in the paper.
Zarina, Baskin Art Studios, University of California at Santa Cruz, Edge of temporariness: Los Angeles 1975-1976, 1997, cut-and-pasted aquatint, etching, spit bite, and roulette, printed chine collé with watercolor additions on wove Arches Cover paper from a portfolio of ten etchings (including title page), Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2022.7.1.8

Edge of temporariness: Los Angeles 1975-1976

Zarina, Baskin Art Studios, University of California at Santa Cruz · 1997 · cut-and-pasted aquatint, etching, spit bite, and roulette, printed chine collé with watercolor additions on wove Arches Cover paper from a portfolio of ten etchings (including title page) ·  Accession ID  2022.7.1.8

The image displays dark, rectangular shapes in an abstract design on an off-white background. A label underneath reads "Paris 1963-1967."
Zarina, Baskin Art Studios, University of California at Santa Cruz, Watched the Seine flow by and waited for him to come home: Paris 1963- 1967, 1997, cut-and-pasted etching, aquatint, and roulette, printed chine collé with watercolor additions on wove Arches Cover paper from a portfolio of ten etchings (including title page), Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2022.7.1.4

Watched the Seine flow by and waited for him to come home: Paris 1963- 1967

Zarina, Baskin Art Studios, University of California at Santa Cruz · 1997 · cut-and-pasted etching, aquatint, and roulette, printed chine collé with watercolor additions on wove Arches Cover paper from a portfolio of ten etchings (including title page) ·  Accession ID  2022.7.1.4

The image displays thick black lines forming an abstract structure on a beige background. The lines create a simplified geometric shape reminiscent of a house, with a triangular roof above a rectangular body and two vertical lines below. The paper's texture adds depth, and a small rectangular label beneath the structure reads "Bangkok 1958-1961."
Zarina, Baskin Art Studios, University of California at Santa Cruz, First Home: Bangkok 1958 – 1961, 1997, cut-and-pasted etching, aquatint, spit bite, and roulette, printed chine collé on wove Arches Cover paper from a portfolio of ten etchings (including title page), Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2022.7.1.2

First Home: Bangkok 1958 – 1961

Zarina, Baskin Art Studios, University of California at Santa Cruz · 1997 · cut-and-pasted etching, aquatint, spit bite, and roulette, printed chine collé on wove Arches Cover paper from a portfolio of ten etchings (including title page) ·  Accession ID  2022.7.1.2

This image displays two dark squares arranged vertically on a light-colored background. Thick black lines form geometric patterns within the squares, resembling a maze or floor plan with L-shaped and linear divisions. A small rectangular label below the bottom square reads "Bonn 1971 – 1972."
Zarina, Baskin Art Studios, University of California at Santa Cruz, An uncertain time: Bonn 1971 – 1972, 1997, cut-and-pasted aquatint, etching, spit bite, and roulette, printed chine collé with watercolor additions on wove Arches Cover paper from a portfolio of ten etchings (including title page), Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2022.7.1.6

An uncertain time: Bonn 1971 – 1972

Zarina, Baskin Art Studios, University of California at Santa Cruz · 1997 · cut-and-pasted aquatint, etching, spit bite, and roulette, printed chine collé with watercolor additions on wove Arches Cover paper from a portfolio of ten etchings (including title page) ·  Accession ID  2022.7.1.6

The image includes a series of rectangular shapes and lines arranged in a square layout on the right side of a largely blank canvas. These shapes overlap and intersect, resembling the pattern of a tiled floor or the panes of a window. The textured patterns within the rectangles suggest a wood-like grain or brushed surface. A small label below the square reads "Tokyo 1974."
Zarina, Baskin Art Studios, University of California at Santa Cruz, A room of four and a half Tatami: Tokyo 1974, 1997, cut-and-pasted aquatint, etching, and roulette, printed chine collé with watercolor additions on wove Arches Cover paper from a portfolio of ten etchings (including title page), Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2022.7.1.7

A room of four and a half Tatami: Tokyo 1974

Zarina, Baskin Art Studios, University of California at Santa Cruz · 1997 · cut-and-pasted aquatint, etching, and roulette, printed chine collé with watercolor additions on wove Arches Cover paper from a portfolio of ten etchings (including title page) ·  Accession ID  2022.7.1.7

The image shows a square shape with a thick black border enclosing an abstract composition of textured, lighter areas in the center of a beige background. The square contains lines and brush strokes that suggest the grain of wood or a finely worn fabric, resembling a well-used tabletop. The title "New Delhi 1968 - 1974" is visible below the square.
Zarina, Baskin Art Studios, University of California at Santa Cruz, A room of my own: New Delhi 1968 – 1974, 1997, cut-and-pasted aquatint, etching, and spit bite, printed chine collé with watercolor additions on wove Arches Cover paper from a portfolio of ten etchings (including title page), Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2022.7.1.5

A room of my own: New Delhi 1968 – 1974

Zarina, Baskin Art Studios, University of California at Santa Cruz · 1997 · cut-and-pasted aquatint, etching, and spit bite, printed chine collé with watercolor additions on wove Arches Cover paper from a portfolio of ten etchings (including title page) ·  Accession ID  2022.7.1.5

The image shows a geometric abstract shape with a dark outline against a blank background. The bold, stepped contour in the middle right section of the canvas resembles a reversed "L" or a simplified rendition of a key, or a Tetris block. The overall composition is minimalistic with the stark contrast drawing focus to the abstract form that evokes a map or floor plan, while a small label below reads "New York 1976."
Zarina, Baskin Art Studios, University of California at Santa Cruz, A space to hide forever: New York 1976-, 1997, cut-and-pasted aquatint, etching, and spit bite, printed chine collé with watercolor additions on wove Arches Cover paper from a portfolio of ten etchings (including title page), Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2022.7.1.10

A space to hide forever: New York 1976-

Zarina, Baskin Art Studios, University of California at Santa Cruz · 1997 · cut-and-pasted aquatint, etching, and spit bite, printed chine collé with watercolor additions on wove Arches Cover paper from a portfolio of ten etchings (including title page) ·  Accession ID  2022.7.1.10

This is a drawing of a rectangular pattern with vertical and horizontal black lines on a textured background. The artwork features an open book layout with a blank left page and a right page containing a small rectangular section. The section on the right page has a roughly textured area outlined in black with darker vertical and horizontal lines suggesting a grid or architectural layout. Below this area is a small label that reads "New Delhi 1961 - 1963." The design highlights the contrast between the delicate background and bold black outlines, creating an intriguing balance of minimalism and structure.
Zarina, Baskin Art Studios, University of California at Santa Cruz, Planted a garden of Roses from Aligarh: New Delhi 1961- 1963, 1997, cut-and-pasted aquatint and etching, printed chine collé with watercolor and black crayon additions on wove Arches Cover paper from a portfolio of ten etchings (including title page), Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2022.7.1.3

Planted a garden of Roses from Aligarh: New Delhi 1961- 1963

Zarina, Baskin Art Studios, University of California at Santa Cruz · 1997 · cut-and-pasted aquatint and etching, printed chine collé with watercolor and black crayon additions on wove Arches Cover paper from a portfolio of ten etchings (including title page) ·  Accession ID  2022.7.1.3

The image shows a circle with two perpendicular lines dividing it into four quadrants. The design resembles a compass or a pie chart. The circle and lines are drawn in a dark color on an aged, textured square background set against a blank expanse. This composition suggests directional or sectional representations commonly used in diagrams.
Zarina, Baskin Art Studios, University of California at Santa Cruz, Title page, 1997, etching and roulette, printed chine collé on wove Arches Cover paper from a portfolio of ten etchings (including title page), Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2022.7.1.1

Title page

Zarina, Baskin Art Studios, University of California at Santa Cruz · 1997 · etching and roulette, printed chine collé on wove Arches Cover paper from a portfolio of ten etchings (including title page) ·  Accession ID  2022.7.1.1