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Stars-Dark Center: 7 Point

1983

Sol LeWitt

Associated Names

Sol LeWitt

Artist, American, 1928 - 2007

Crown Point Press

Publisher

Peter Pettengill

Printer, American

Hidekatsu Takada

Printer, American

June Lambla

Printer, American

The image shows a star-like shape with eight points made of angular lines on a gray background. The geometric design has a white outline and is framed by a rectangular border.

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Artwork overview

Medium

color aquatint with hardground etching on Arches 88 paper
Credit Line

Gift of Kathan Brown
Dimensions

plate: 45.4 x 45.4 cm (17 7/8 x 17 7/8 in.)
sheet: 53 x 53 cm (20 7/8 x 20 7/8 in.)
Accession Number

2001.142.68.5

The image shows a large, abstract chevron shape formed by two white lines in a V pattern on a gray background with circular arcs in the corners. The design is enclosed within a black border square. — Stars-Dark Center: 3 point

Sol LeWitt, Crown Point Press, June Lambla, Peter Pettengill, Hidekatsu Takada

1983

The image displays a central four-pointed star shape with symmetrical lines on a solid gray background. The composition is abstract with contrasting colors and geometric shapes that resemble a stylized compass rose or a simplified quilt pattern. The star is surrounded by concentric squares of varying shades, creating a layered effect that adds depth to the image. — Stars-Dark Center: 4 Point

Sol LeWitt, Crown Point Press, Hidekatsu Takada, Peter Pettengill, June Lambla

1983

The image depicts a large star shape outlined in white, set within a square border. The star has sharp points and symmetrical balance, resembling icons commonly seen in logos. The overall composition features strong lines and a minimalistic approach, creating a sense of simplicity and visual impact. — Stars-Dark Center: 5 point

Sol LeWitt, Crown Point Press, June Lambla, Peter Pettengill, Hidekatsu Takada

1983

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Kathan Brown, San Francisco: Gift to NGA, 2001.

Associated Names

Brown, Kathan

Inscriptions

in graphite lower right: S.L. TP 2/3

Wikidata ID

Q76358191

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