Composition in Blue

1952

Hans Hofmann

Associated Names
Hans Hofmann

Artist, American, born Germany, 1880 - 1966

Tera-Gentle

Publisher

The image displays a collection of curved and angular lines in black, blue, and white against a blue background. The composition suggests swirling motion. The interplay of thick and thin lines, contrast of dark and light tones, and depth and rhythm invite the viewer to search for familiar forms within the chaos.
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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Associated American Artists (via Mann-Williams Antiques), New York, NY); to Dave H. and Reba W. Williams, Greenwich, CT, 4 December 1986; gift to the NGA, 2008.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left in black ink: 1/120; lower right in black ink: Hans Hofmann
text at bottom from plate: Hans Hofmann: Composition in Blue (Courtesy of 67 Gallery), New York

Wikidata ID

Q76550996

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