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Artists Reimagining the Collection
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Equinox

1942

Reuben Tam

Associated Names

Reuben Tam

Artist, American, 1916 - 1991

In this abstract composition, bold and jagged lines form shapes resembling mountainous landscapes. The central dark form suggests a towering mountain, while blue and white patches hint at sky and snow. The colors create textures reminiscent of rocky terrains and ridges, with green accents suggesting vegetation. The fragmented shapes and lines might also evoke figures or silhouettes moving through the landscape, adding complexity to the composition.

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Artwork overview

Medium

screenprint
Credit Line

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

image: 229 x 305 mm
sheet: 330 x 403 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.4702

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

In pencil: lower left, Equinox; lower right, Reuben Tam ' 42. for Edward with deep gratitude.

Wikidata ID

Q76457286

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