Untitled (Purse ! Discusses)

1937 or later

James Castle

Associated Names
James Castle

Artist, American, 1899 - 1977

The image shows rectangular shapes with jagged edges containing fragments of letters on a textured surface. These elements create a grid-like pattern. The composition appears as a scattered assembly of typewriter keys or cutout letters. The uneven alignment suggests a cryptic code or poem. The typographic elements resemble vintage type found in old newspapers or typewritten text. At the bottom, the words "Purse : Discusses" are displayed in a similar cutout style, reminiscent of ransom notes or collage art techniques.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    collage on verso side of a sales receipt

  • Credit Line

    Gift of the Collectors Committee

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 8.57 x 13.02 cm (3 3/8 x 5 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2011.6.1


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

The James Castle Collection and Archives, Boise; purchased 2011 by NGA

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64580276

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