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Educating the Rich

1993

Tom Otterness

Associated Names

Tom Otterness

Artist, American, born 1952

The image features intricate, overlapping lines and shapes forming an abstract composition depicting a seated figure. The figure resembles a toy-like humanoid with a rounded head and limbs, wearing a hat and tie, evoking a doll or mannequin. The intersecting lines create a textured surface, giving a three-dimensional sense to the portrayal. The figure appears in a relaxed pose, with limbs casually splayed out, blending into the surrounding patterns.

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Artwork overview

Medium

etching
Credit Line

Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Florian Carr Fund and Gift of the Print Research Foundation
Dimensions

Image: 216 x 229 mm (irregular)
Sheet: 278 x 280 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.240

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In pencil: lower left, 11/25; lower right: Tom Otterness

Wikidata ID

Q76440441

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