Rattle Snake Strike

1982

Robert Fichter

Associated Names
Robert Fichter

Artist, American, 1939 - 2023

The image depicts various bird silhouettes in flight against a vibrant, abstract mural. The background consists of flowing lines and patches of bright colors like red, purple, and blue. A painted figure's face is partially visible behind the birds, blending into the colorful patterns. The birds are detailed, contrasting with the abstract painted background with elements of nature like flowers. In the bottom right corner, an abstractly rendered snake is also featured.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    silver dye bleach print

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Marc Freidus

  • Dimensions

    image/sheet: 76.04 × 101.6 cm (29 15/16 × 40 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1999.121.3

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Marc Freidus, New York, NY, by 1998; gift to NGA, 1999.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

on verso, signed by artist, bottom right in black ink: Artist Proof R.W Fichter 1982

Wikidata ID

Q64159522

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