Soliloquy: Vanity of Decision

1949

Benton Murdoch Spruance

Associated Names
Benton Spruance

Artist, American, 1904 - 1967

The image shows a half-body view of a person standing in profile, with a contemplative expression. The individual has distinct facial features, including a straight nose, defined cheekbones, and closed lips. Their brown hair is smooth and straight, reaching above the shoulders. They are wearing a green top and a brown garment below the waist, with arms crossed. The background shows a stormy sea view through a window, framed by heavy curtains.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    5-color lithograph

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1950.17.277

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Fine/Looney 1986, no. 275

Associated Artworks

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This is an image of a book cover. The cover is teal with a central red panel that has golden text saying "VANITY I BENTON SPRUANCE." White borders frame the red section, and green ribbons are visible at the edges. The color palette is sophisticated and uses complementary shades.

Vanity I: Vanity of the Mind

Benton Spruance

1949

The image shows a person with a unique appearance, kneeling with one foot tucked under their body. They have short hair, distinct facial features, and are clothed in a red robe. Large white wings with black accents extend from their back. One wing is held slightly forward by their hand. The person is surrounded by a vibrant yellow aura, against a darker, abstract background.

Fallen Angel: Vanity of Disagreement

Benton Spruance

1949

The image features two individuals from the waist up, positioned closely together. The person on the left appears to be a woman with delicate facial features, a serene expression, and short hair. She is wearing a blue off-shoulder dress and seems to be resting her head gently against the man's shoulder. The man on the right has a slightly angular face and wears a brown hat. He is dressed in a long-sleeve yellow shirt layered underneath a brown garment, possibly a vest, and leans in toward the woman with his head touching hers. Their hands are clasped together. In the background, there is a large, glowing light in the sky. Further back, there are abstract silhouettes of people and star shapes, as well as a partially visible poster with text and abstract patterns on the right side of the image, illuminated by various ambient lights and designs.

Set Pieces: Vanity of Trust

Benton Spruance

1949

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1986

  • Fine, Ruth and Robert F. Looney. The Prints of Benton Murdoch Spruance. Philadelphia: University of Philadelphia Press, 1986.

Wikidata ID

Q65221216

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