Untitled (#2) [working proof 1c]

1999

Joan Nelson

Associated Names
Joan Nelson

Artist, American, born 1958

The image shows a ground-level perspective of a landscape dominated by a large tree in the center. The horizon is low, with rolling hills on the left side that extend towards the right, tapering off behind the tree. The brushstrokes are executed in a cross-hatching technique, creating a textured look. The scene includes dense foliage on the tree and a cloudy sky. The color palette is solely shades of gray, creating a monochromatic effect that emphasizes light and shadow contrast. The grayscale palette and detailed brushwork capture a serene and timeless atmosphere.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    direct gravure on wove paper [working proof 1c]

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Kathan Brown

  • Dimensions

    plate: 14.6 × 15.9 cm (5 3/4 × 6 1/4 in.)
    sheet: 19.8 × 21.2 cm (7 13/16 × 8 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2024.132.503

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    [working proof 1c]

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Not signed. Not dated. "blue plate" lower center margin, graphite, artist's hand. "1c" verso, lower right sheet, graphite, unknown hand. "Nelson: Untitled (#2) WP1c" verso, lower right sheet, graphite, unknown hand.

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