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Untitled (Nautical Composition)

1950

Emil Bisttram

Associated Names

Emil Bisttram

Artist, American, 1895 - 1976

The image consists of angular and geometric shapes creating a dynamic composition filled with intersecting lines and planes. On the left, there is a prominent vertical line and triangular forms. In the central and right segments, bold triangular and trapezoidal shapes are present. Below, there are curved and segmented lines. The composition is monochromatic with textured shading.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph
Credit Line

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

Image: 202 x 225 mm
Sheet: 270 x 333 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.920

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In pencil: lower left (printed on stone), Emil Bisttram; lower right, BISTTRAM.50 (in caps)

Wikidata ID

Q76550091

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