Sitting Lady

1995

Wlodzimierz Sygula

Associated Names
Wlodzimierz Sygula

Artist, Polish, born 1959

The image contains bold, dynamic lines and geometric shapes layered throughout. In the center, there is a crouching humanoid form sketched in an earthy tone. Surrounding this figure are vibrant swirls and chevrons blending into the background, creating a chaotic landscape. To the left, there are overlapping rectangular shapes, suggesting layered boxes or a translucent structure. Towards the lower right, a wine glass-like shape is visible on a deep blue background. In the upper right section, there are radial lines resembling a rising sun or clock face, contributing to the interplay of form and abstraction.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    soft ground color etching and aquatint on cream wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Gerald Cerny

  • Dimensions

    plate: 64.9 x 49 cm (25 9/16 x 19 5/16 in.)
    sheet: 77.9 x 59.7 cm (30 11/16 x 23 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1999.116.42


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Gerald Cerny, Washington, D.C.; gift to NGA, 1999.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

by artist, across bottom in graphite: 1/30 "Siedzorca" 1995 Sygula

Wikidata ID

Q75428593

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