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Cassiopeia/Andromeda 1999

2002-2003

Howardena Pindell

Associated Names

Howardena Pindell

Artist, American, born 1943

The image displays a large circular shape filled with a multitude of small, intricate lines and directional arrows forming a dense pattern. The abstract artwork features numerous tiny arrows pointing in various directions within the circular shape. The arrangement of arrows appears chaotic and dynamic, resembling a busy swarm or galaxy in motion. The artwork is set against a dark background, highlighting the intricate detailing of the arrows.

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Artwork overview

Medium

etching
Credit Line

Gift of Larry D. and Brenda A. Thompson
Dimensions

sheet: 36.83 × 55.88 cm (14 1/2 × 22 in.)
Accession Number

2023.145.11

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Kenkeleba Gallery); Larry and Brenda Thompson, Atlanta, GA; gift to NGA, 2023.

Associated Names

Larry D. and Brenda A. Thompson

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