Landscape I

1988

Ruth Fine

Associated Names
Ruth Fine

Artist, American, born 1941

The image shows an array of intersecting and overlapping shapes, predominantly triangles and curved lines, creating an intricate pattern. This composition is abstract, presenting a mosaic of geometric and organic elements. The shapes and lines within the image convey a fragmented landscape, with certain elements resembling trees, hills, and flowing water. Varied textures and shading techniques add depth and dimension to the forms.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    aquatint, soft ground etching, and drypoint on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Ruth Fine and Doris Simmelink

  • Dimensions

    image: 25.1 × 30.2 cm (9 7/8 × 11 7/8 in.)
    sheet: 44.5 × 48 cm (17 1/2 × 18 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2021.80.7

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

The artist; gift to NGA, 2021

Associated Names

Inscriptions

"Ruth Fine" lower right margin, graphite. "Landscape I / 88" lower center margin, graphite. "AP 2/9" lower left margin, graphite.

Markings

None.

Watermarks

None.

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