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Indian Archer

1935

Hilaire Hiler

Associated Names

Hilaire Hiler

Artist, American, 1898 - 1966

The image displays geometric shapes and lines on a dark background filled with stars. In the center, an abstract figure composed of rectangles, circles, and crescent shapes resembles a standing character holding a bow. The color scheme of red and black creates a silhouette effect, while white star-like dots enhance the cosmic theme of the scene.

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Artwork overview

Medium

screenprint
Credit Line

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

image: 238 x 170 mm
sheet: 327 x 500 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.2489

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In pencil: lower right, Hilaire Hiler, 1935; verso: bottom left, inv. #WO-3; lower center, PK (within a circle); Indian archer

Wikidata ID

Q76550958

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