Canis

1990

Michael Hurson and Bradford Morrow (author)

Associated Names
Michael Hurson

Artist, American, born 1941

Leslie Miller

Printer, American

Bradford Morrow

Author, American, born 1951

The image depicts angular shapes and lines in brown with white patterns on a green background, creating an abstract composition. The shapes resemble a figure resembling a horse or animal with geometric limbs and a head. Black rectangular shapes could be interpreted as eyes or a mane. There is a contrast between the green backdrop and the earthy tones of the figure, engaging the viewer's imagination.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    color relief print on Somerset paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Richard Susel

  • Dimensions

    image (irregular): 11.1 x 14 cm (4 3/8 x 5 1/2 in.)
    sheet: 38.1 x 27 cm (15 x 10 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1998.124.28

  • Series Title

    A Bestiary

Associated Artworks

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The image features a silhouetted bird in the center against a textured background. The background has horizontal lines creating movement and depth. The color scheme is monochromatic with shades of black and gray. The contrast between the dark form and light background draws attention to the bird.

Whale

Vija Celmins, Leslie Miller, Bradford Morrow

1990

The image shows a rectangular canvas with a grid pattern created by vertical and horizontal lines. The composition lacks distinct shapes or colors, relying on the weave of the fabric for visual interest. The pattern resembles the texture of woven fabrics like linen or burlap, giving a sense of simplicity and raw materiality.

A Bestiary

Various Artists, Leslie Miller

1990

The image features a composition of curved and angular lines. One dominant peachy-orange curve creates an elongated shape, with darker brown shapes intersecting it. A small circle resembles an eye. In the background, there are vertical yellow and green lines. The overall scene creates an abstract interpretation of an elephant in a field, merging organic shapes with familiar objects in a stylized presentation.

Elephant

Gregory Amenoff, Leslie Miller, Bradford Morrow

1990

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Acquired by NGA in 1998; gift of Dr. and Mrs. Richard Susel.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

[signed on colophon]

Wikidata ID

Q75425511

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