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Gloucester Swing

1952

Gerson August Leiber

Associated Names

Gerson August Leiber

Artist, American, 1921 - 2018

The image consists of interwoven lines and geometric shapes creating an intricate abstract design. The lines and curves overlap and intersect, suggesting a sense of movement and structures resembling boats. The curving lines evoke sails while the vertical elements resemble masts and rigging.

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Artwork overview

Medium

etching and engraving
Credit Line

Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams
Dimensions

plate: 378 x 440 mm
sheet: 448 x 508 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.3105

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: Gloucester Swing (within quotes) in pencil, lower center; 8-20 in pencil, lower left center
Signed: G. Leiber '52 in pencil, lower right

Wikidata ID

Q76441352

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