Dark Portrait

c. 1960

Lester Johnson

Associated Names
Lester Johnson

Artist, American, 1919 - 2010

The image displays curved lines and textured shapes against a dark green background. The composition could be reminiscent of familiar objects like a head profile or a shadowy figure against a wall. The rough texture and muted colors create an effect similar to looking through a foggy window or at a dusty, smoky surface. The abstract artwork allows for different interpretations within its swirling patterns.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    oil on canvas

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Beth and George Meredith

  • Dimensions

    overall: 121.92 x 127 cm (48 x 50 in.)
    framed: 132.08 × 127 × 3.81 cm (52 × 50 × 1 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2011.39.1

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

George and Beth Meredith, East Hampton; gift 2011 to NGA.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q20195442

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