Periscope [trial proof]

1981

Jasper Johns

Associated Names
Jasper Johns

Artist, American, born 1930

Petersburg Press

Publisher

Aldo Crommelynck

Printer, French, 1931 - 2008

The image consists of bold lines and geometric shapes creating a layered composition. An abstract arrangement of colors divides the canvas into sections of red, yellow, and blue, with the words "RED," "YELLOW," and "BLUE" displayed. A large circular pattern on the upper right resembles a vinyl record or a spinning wheel. Intersecting lines and shapes give the impression of depth and overlap, with parts of the text appearing to be in motion. The abstract nature of the image invites associations with familiar objects.
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Artwork overview

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

the artist, Sharon, Connecticut; acquired 2010 by the National Gallery of Art

Associated Names

Bibliography

1994

  • Field, Richard S. The Prints of Jasper Johns, 1960-1993: A Catalogue Raisonné. West Islip, New York: Universal Limited Art Editions, 1994, no. 218.

Inscriptions

in graphite, lower left: TRIAL PROOF; lower right: J Johns 78-81

Watermarks

BFK RIVES / FRANCE [infinity symbol]

Wikidata ID

Q76553223

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