Untitled [working proof]

1997 (published 1998)

Jasper Johns

Associated Names
Jasper Johns

Artist, American, born 1930

Universal Limited Art Editions

Publisher

The image displays various shapes such as vertical lines, circular patterns, and geometric forms, creating an abstract composition. A hand reaching upward is depicted, with the word "BLUE" prominently displayed in a banner at the bottom. "YELLOW" is partially visible, creating a contrast of colors. A downward pointing arrow and wavy line act as directional signs, guiding the viewer's attention. Textured spherical shapes in the top right resemble bubbles or cells, contributing to the abstract design that merges text and shapes in an expressive manner.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and aquatint in blue with watercolor on three sheets of adhered wove paper [working proof]

  • Credit Line

    Patrons' Permanent Fund and Special Friends of the National Gallery of Art

  • Dimensions

    plate: 85.73 x 61.28 cm (33 3/4 x 24 1/8 in.)
    sheet: 92.71 x 68.9 cm (36 1/2 x 27 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2010.116.479

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    ULAE, no. 273 [working proof]

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Inscriptions

in graphite, lower left: WORKING PROOF WITH WATERCOLOR ADDITIONS; lower right: J Johns '97

Markings

blind stamp: J.J. [chop of Jasper Johns]

Wikidata ID

Q76554172

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