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Shrine of the Lost River

1955

Unknown

Associated Names

Unknown

Artist, (probably American)

The image shows swirling lines and irregular shapes in dark and light areas. The abstract artwork may suggest a landscape with flowing lines resembling rivers and rocky formations. The black and white contrast creates shadows and highlights like light penetrating dense surfaces.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph
Credit Line

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

image: 266 x 395 mm
sheet: 323 x 431 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.1385

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In pencil: lower right, S. Davey 55; lower left, 8 imp; lower left, Shrine of the Lost River

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