Silence from Doorway

2009

David C. Driskell

Associated Names
David C. Driskell

Artist, American, 1931 - 2020

Curlee Raven Holton

Printer, American, born 1951

Cardinal Point Press

Publisher

The image depicts swirling and curvilinear shapes and lines in vibrant colors like red, green, blue, and orange. A figure resembling the silhouette of a person appears on the right side, surrounded by abstract forms resembling elements found in nature, such as leaves or plants.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    one from a portfolio of twelve color screenprints on wove BFK Rives paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Larry D. and Brenda A. Thompson

  • Dimensions

    image: 20.3 × 16.7 cm (8 × 6 9/16 in.)
    sheet: 38.1 × 28 cm (15 × 11 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2024.147.32.4

Associated Artworks

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The image shows an abstract composition with wavy, irregular lines and shapes layered over each other. It features vibrant colors like red, blue, orange, and white. The artwork suggests the presence of a doorway within a chaotic yet harmonious pattern resembling a vibrant mosaic or stained glass. The composition evokes the idea of looking into another world through a colorful, energetic threshold.

Doorway from Doorway

David C. Driskell, Curlee Raven Holton, Cardinal Point Press

2009

Doorway

David C. Driskell, Curlee Raven Holton, Cardinal Point Press

2009

The image shows swirling lines and bold shapes in a mainly vertical orientation, created with red, blue, and white strokes. There is a central figure with outstretched wing-like shapes. The figure holds a smaller form resembling a bird, suggesting a peaceful connection. The artwork utilizes colorful lines to tie the composition together, inviting viewers to recognize familiar celestial and natural symbols.

Angel of Peace from Doorway

David C. Driskell, Curlee Raven Holton, Cardinal Point Press

2009

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

"Driskell 09" lower right margin, graphite. "Silence" lower center margin, graphite, artist's hand. "2/75" lower left margin, graphite, artist's hand.

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