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Untitled (final state - plate in black)

1988

Jasper Johns

Associated Names

Jasper Johns

Artist, American, born 1930

The image consists of abstract shapes and lines arranged in a dynamic composition. In the foreground, three rectangular sections feature abstract profiles resembling human faces with unique patterns and textures. The background is filled with flowing lines and irregular forms, evoking layered rock formations or a fragmented landscape. The overall effect is surreal and abstract, prompting connections to familiar objects while maintaining an enigmatic allure.

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Artwork overview

Medium

carborundum print in black on wove paper
Credit Line

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

plate: 75.25 x 119.38 cm (29 5/8 x 47 in.)
sheet: 90.49 x 119.38 cm (35 5/8 x 47 in.)
Accession Number

2010.116.708
Catalogue Raisonné

ULAE, no. 243

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Johns, Jasper

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. 243.

Inscriptions

in graphite, lower left: FINAL STATE PLATE IN BLACK; lower right: J Johns '88

Wikidata ID

Q76554751

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