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Untitled

1935

Alexander Calder

Associated Names

Alexander Calder

Artist, American, 1898 - 1976

The image displays intersecting and flowing lines alongside various shapes such as ovals and circles, forming an abstract design. The shapes are labeled "Rouge," "Noir," and "Blanc." The lines appear to connect the shapes, suggesting orbit paths or mechanical linkages. Handwritten text complements the technical feel of the image.

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Artwork overview

Medium

engraving and drypoint in black on laid paper
Credit Line

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

plate: 26.5 x 19.6 cm (10 7/16 x 7 11/16 in.)
sheet: 31.8 x 24.6 cm (12 1/2 x 9 11/16 in.)
Accession Number

2008.115.1146
Series Title

24 Essais par Jakovski

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Craig F. Starr Gallery, New York); Reba and Dave Williams, Greenwich, CT; gift to NGA, 2008

Associated Names

Dave H. and Reba W. Williams

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: calder

Watermarks

Georgian

Wikidata ID

Q76548152

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