Of Grunewald's "Saint Anthony"

1961

Jan Gelb

Associated Names
Jan Gelb

Artist, American, 1906 - 1978

The image shows an abstract arrangement of swirling lines and flowing shapes, resembling patterns in marble or the rings of a tree trunk. The dark, textured surface forms curves and contours, suggesting movement similar to a river or a desert landscape. Lighter textures break through in some areas, reminiscent of waves or clouds. The composition may be interpreted as connecting the viewer to the natural world, evoking images of geological formations or fluid dynamics.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    aquatint and etching with embossment

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1964.8.1028


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q65509992

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