Periscope [state proof of 7th state]

1981

Jasper Johns

Associated Names
Jasper Johns

Artist, American, born 1930

Petersburg Press

Publisher

Aldo Crommelynck

Printer, French, 1931 - 2008

The image shows an array of bold, angular lines and geometric shapes, forming a complex and abstract composition. Large letters spell out color names like "RED," "YELLOW," and "BLUE." A circular pattern on the right side resembles a vinyl record or spinning disc, with a dark handprint adding texture. Arrows and letters are juxtaposed in a monochromatic palette, creating an abstract representation.
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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: 7TH STATE; lower right: J Johns '78-'81

Watermarks

BFK RIVES / FRANCE

Wikidata ID

Q76553239

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