Donna Tryon

American, active 20th century

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The image shows fluid, curving lines and shapes weaving throughout the composition, creating an abstract landscape. Two human-like figures are present - one reclining and the other standing amidst vibrant, swirling colors. In the background, there are triangular shapes that resemble distant sailboats on an ocean. The swirling mixture of blues, pinks, and greens forms an abstract environment suggesting an underwater scene or fantastical forest. Natural elements such as waves and trees are hinted at but not distinctly depicted.
Donna Tryon, Tamarind Institute, Arcadian Night, 1967, lithograph (aluminum) in orange, pink, two greens and blue on white Arches paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.1062

Arcadian Night

Donna Tryon, Tamarind Institute · 1967 · lithograph (aluminum) in orange, pink, two greens and blue on white Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.1062