Three Acrobats

1919-1920

Arthur B. Davies

Associated Names
Arthur B. Davies

Artist, American, 1862 - 1928

George C. Miller

Printer, American, 1894 - 1966

Weyhe Gallery

Publisher

The image showcases a series of swirling lines and shapes creating an abstract composition. These lines form a central figure resembling a human form, surrounded by flowing forms that may evoke imagery of motion or a dancer. The surrounding shapes and shadows suggest movement and energy, with elements reminiscent of draped fabric or foliage. The contrasting light and dark areas add depth and texture to the image.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph with lithotint in black on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of David P. Tunick

  • Dimensions

    image (irregular): 38.1 × 27.31 cm (15 × 10 3/4 in.)
    sheet: 55.88 x 35.56 cm (22 x 14 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2009.127.6

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Czestochowski 1987, no. 141

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

William Ivins, Jr., New York; David P. Tunick, New York; gift to NGA, 2009

Associated Names

Bibliography

1987

  • Czestochowski, Joseph S. Arthur B. Davies: A Catalogue Raisonné of the Prints. Newark: University of Delaware Press, 1987, no. 141.

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Arthur B. Davies; lower right verso in graphite by unknown hand: Gi 41.4

Markings

BS: Favor Ruhl & Co Kensington

Wikidata ID

Q76552560

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