Benin Equestrian

1971

Vivian Browne

Associated Names
Vivian Browne

Artist, American, 1929 - 1973

The image displays an array of swirling lines and bold, angular shapes forming an abstract composition. Within the scene, shapes resembling a human face with large, wide eyes and a segmented mouth can be observed, alongside elements resembling an insect's antennae or limbs. The interplay of black and gray lines with softer, shaded areas give the piece a dynamic feel. Some forms suggest a connection to familiar objects, such as a plant or leaf with curved, linear details, adding to the intricate abstract nature of the artwork.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and ink and transparent watercolor on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Larry D. and Brenda A. Thompson

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 51.7 × 36.2 cm (20 3/8 × 14 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2024.147.2


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Camille Billops

Associated Names

Inscriptions

"Benin Equestrian" verso, lower left margin, graphite, unknown hand. "Trust U/W of Vivian E. Brown" lower center margin, graphite, unknown hand. "#90D' lower right margin, graphite, unknown hand. "8/20/71 90D #90" recto, lower right margin, graphite, unknown hand.

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