Untitled [trial proof]

1977

Jasper Johns

Associated Names
Jasper Johns

Artist, American, born 1930

Bill Goldston

Printer, American, active late 20th century

James V. Smith

Printer, American, active late 20th century

This is a painting of abstract forms in grey and black. The painting features overlapping brush strokes in a grey hue on a black background creating a textured appearance. On the left side are bold strokes forming an irregular pattern, while on the right side is a column of circular dot-like shapes. At the lower left, there is a shape resembling a container or pot with an indistinctly written word, possibly starting with "Sav". The overall composition is dynamic, carrying a sense of spontaneity and expressiveness typical of abstract art. This is in the style of Jasper Johns, known for his use of simple forms and a muted-color palette.
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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

the artist, Sharon, Connecticut; acquired 2008 by the National Gallery of Art

Associated Names

Bibliography

1978

  • Field, Richard S. Jasper Johns: Prints 1970-1977. Middletown, Connecticut: Wesleyan University Press, 1978, no.

1994

  • Field, Richard S. The Prints of Jasper Johns, 1960-1993: A Catalogue Raisonné. West Islip, New York: Universal Limited Art Editions, 1994, no. 182.

Inscriptions

lower right, in graphite: J Johns '77; lower left, in graphite: TRIAL PROOF

Markings

blind stamp: [chop of Universal Limited Art Editions]

Wikidata ID

Q76440047

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