Strata #43

1997

Susan Schwalb

Associated Names
Susan Schwalb

Artist, American, born 1944

The image shows a series of horizontal lines of varying thickness and texture, creating a sense of layered depth. The lines suggest distant horizons or stratified rock layers. The gradation of shades and subtle variations give the impression of calm waves or stacked fabrics. The image invites the viewer to consider elements of nature and man-made patterns.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    silverpoint and copperpoint on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Werner H. and Sarah-Ann Kramarsky

  • Dimensions

    image: 20 x 20 cm (7 7/8 x 7 7/8 in.)
    sheet: 22.7 x 22.7 cm (8 15/16 x 8 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2001.143.13

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

the artist; Werner H. and Sarah-Ann Kramarsky, New York; gift to NGA, 2001.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Susan Schwalb; lower right verso in graphite: Strata #43 1997 / silverpoint & copperpoint; upper center verso in graphite: top

Wikidata ID

Q64632834

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