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The Dance

c. 1945

Edgar Britton

Associated Names

Edgar Britton

Artist, American, 1901 - 1982

The image features intertwining, curvilinear shapes within a textured rectangular border. The shapes suggest motion and energy, forming figures that evoke dancing or dynamic movements. The elongated forms create the impression of limbs in motion, with overlapping lines and forms adding depth and rhythm to the composition. Contrasting colors enhance the visibility of the abstract figures, resembling human-like silhouettes.

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Artwork overview

Medium

linocut
Credit Line

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

block: 203 x 125 mm
sheet: 262 x 180 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.1050

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: "The Dance" in pencil, lower left; Signed: "Edgar Britton" in pencil, lower right

Wikidata ID

Q76441569

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