A Brazilian in Florida

1996

Abraao Batista

Associated Names
Abraao Batista

Artist, Brazilian, born 1941

Graphicstudio

Publisher

Robert Hanning

Processing And Proofing, American

Hank Hine

Collaborator & Supervisor, American

Stefanie Kohn

Edition Production, American, active second half 20th century

Jill Lerner

Edition Production, American, active late 20th century

The image features a central square filled with swirling lines and bold shapes, creating an abstract design. At the center is a simplified face with closed eyes, flanked by two symmetrical bird shapes on either side. Below the face, there is a dark heart shape. The arrangement of flowing lines around these shapes might evoke the appearance of feathers or wings, enhancing the abstract imagery of a serene figure surrounded by avian forms. The overall composition can be likened to a meditative or protective scene, with the motif of birds adding a touch of tranquility.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    woodcut in black with text in letterpress on Rives Lightweight paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 25.4 x 20.3 cm (10 x 8 in.)
    overall (open folio): 40.6 x 50.8 cm (16 x 20 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2002.111.2.5

Associated Artworks

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This is a drawing of a stylized figure sitting on an aircraft. The image is a black and white print, showing a cartoonish figure with distinct features, such as prominent hair and a slight smile, sitting atop a simplified representation of an airplane. The background consists of dynamic, radiating lines emanating from the figure. The overall style of the drawing has a playful and imaginative quality, emphasizing bold contrasts and minimalistic details.

A Brazilian in Florida

Abraao Batista, Graphicstudio, Robert Hanning, Hank Hine, Jill Lerner, Stefanie Kohn

1996

The image shows a cover design featuring a portrait of a person facing forward with a neutral expression. The person's facial features are depicted in a bold, outline style with long hair. They wear a collared shirt with floral decorations. The setting includes natural elements like flowers and a hummingbird. The background has dynamic lines suggesting foliage against a solid color. There is text in English and Portuguese above the illustration and the name Abraão Batista below. The color scheme is earthy, with black and muted red tones used throughout.

A Brazilian in Florida

Abraao Batista, Graphicstudio, Robert Hanning, Hank Hine, Stefanie Kohn, Jill Lerner

1996

The image depicts three stylized, black and white figures from the waist up standing together. The central figure is flanked by two others, who appear to be supporting them by wrapping their arms around. All three individuals have simplified facial features with similar expressions, and the central figure has their hair pulled back. The figure on the left wears a large-brimmed hat and a short-sleeved top, while the figure on the right has short hair and a short-sleeved top. The central figure wears a dress-like garment. The background features a pattern of radiating lines and abstract leaf-like shapes at the bottom.

A Brazilian in Florida

Abraao Batista, Graphicstudio, Robert Hanning, Hank Hine, Stefanie Kohn, Jill Lerner

1996

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Acquired by NGA in 2002 from Graphicstudio U.S.F. the publisher of the work.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q76334887

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