Silvae

1946

Václav Zykmund

Associated Names
Václav Zykmund

Artist, Czech, 1914 - 1985

The image shows a circular pattern of abstract lines and shapes. The lines create the impression of figures holding hands in a circle, with a more complex arrangement in the center that resembles a costumed figure or dancer. The outer figures are simplified and abstract, resembling stick figures, with connected hands forming a cohesive circle.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and aquatint

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Gerald Cerny

  • Dimensions

    plate: 11.8 x 7.1 cm (4 5/8 x 2 13/16 in.)
    sheet: 16.8 x 10.2 cm (6 5/8 x 4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2000.166.233.g

Associated Artworks

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The image displays a collection of vertical lines and textured surfaces forming an abstract design. Various oval and circular shapes intertwine vertically in the composition. The lines create an abstract pattern that evokes the semblance of familiar objects, grounded in a combination of organic and geometric forms.

Kaspar Noci

Václav Zykmund

1914

This is a photograph of a page with text arranged in a list. The image showcases a simple, beige-colored page with a list of text entries printed in black ink. The text is aligned to the left in a numbered list format. The page is titled "LEPTY" and includes eight items, each with a number and text entry following it. The entries are written in Czech. The layout is upright and orderly.

Eight Small Etchings

Václav Zykmund

1914

The image shows intersecting lines and curves creating an elongated shape with an hourglass-like form that tapers at the top and bottom. The artwork is abstract and dynamic, suggesting movement. The lower part of the design includes angular, triangular forms.

Vlámská Skola

Václav Zykmund

1914

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Gerald Cerny, Washington, D.C.; gift to NGA, 2000.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q76359341

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