Self-Portrait

1969

James McCracken Jr.

Associated Names
James McCracken Jr.

Artist, American, 1942 - 2017

The image displays an abstract representation focusing on the upper body and faces of two figures. The figure on the left has partially visible facial features with a large, intricate mass of swirling lines resembling hair or a headdress surrounding the upper portion of the head. The eyes are not detailed, creating an impressionistic style. The figure on the right is slightly smaller, with less distinct facial features, having undefined eyes and a faint suggestion of a mustache. The clothing of the figures is not distinctly detailed, blending into the surrounding textures. The background consists of a dark, textured area, with vertical strokes that blend with the figures. The bottom of the image contains scribbled text.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    monotype on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of John B. Davidson

  • Dimensions

    image: 22.1 × 17.5 cm (8 11/16 × 6 7/8 in.)
    sheet: 32.8 × 33.7 cm (12 15/16 × 13 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2021.79.2


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

The artist; John Davidson; gift to NGA, 2021

Associated Names

Inscriptions

"69 McCracken" lower left composition, in plate.

Markings

None.

Watermarks

None.


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