Untitled

published 1968

Richard Upton

Associated Names
Richard Upton

Artist, American, 1931 - 2013

The image shows a series of swirling and branching lines with sharp angles and sweeping curves. The shapes resemble twisted tree branches weaving across the space. The figure of a nude human form is partially visible, intertwined with the tree-like forms.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    woodcut on Kochi Japanese handmade paper

  • Credit Line

    Ruth and Jacob Kainen Collection

  • Dimensions

    image: 27 x 21 cm (10 5/8 x 8 1/4 in.)
    sheet: 34 x 25.3 cm (13 3/8 x 9 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1996.88.5.h

  • Series Title

    Eros / Thanatos

Associated Artworks

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The image shows a person sitting upright with their upper body visible. They are facing forward, holding a mirror angled in their left hand. The person has stylized facial features, prominent eyes, a defined nose, and lips. Their hair is textured, flowing, and voluminous. They are wearing a garment with a contrasting outline, a low neckline, ruffled edges, and sleeves. The background is intricately detailed with bold lines and cross-hatching for depth and texture.

Untitled

Richard Upton

1968

This is a photograph of a book cover. The cover is solid black or dark gray, featuring a thin gold border centrally placed around the words "EROS • THANATOS" and "INTERLAKEN DESIGNER AWARD" in gold lettering. The title appears in a serif typeface, and a small gold symbol resembling a geometric line or decorative flourish is situated between the title and the subheading. The layout is minimalist, with an emphasis on clean, simple lines and space.

Eros / Thanatos

Richard Upton

1968

The image contains angular shapes and bold lines. A figure with a distinctive hat emerges from intersecting lines. Above, abstract shapes suggest movement. Striated lines create an energetic pattern.

Untitled

Richard Upton

1968

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Gift of the artist to Jacob Kainen; gift to the NGA, 1996.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: XXVI/XXX . IV; lower right Richard Upton

Wikidata ID

Q76356104

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