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Composition II, Dark

Simon Hantaï

Associated Names

Simon Hantaï

Artist, French, born Hungary, 1922 - 2008

The image shows swirling lines and amorphous shapes against a dark background. Some shapes hint at organic structures resembling tree branches or twisted vines, while other elements resemble eye-like patterns. The color palette includes earthy tones with touches of turquoise, pink, and red, creating a layered depth in the image.

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Artwork overview

Medium

ink, gouache, pastel, and varnish? on paper mounted on a poster for Galerie 8, rue St. Julien, Le Pauvre
Credit Line

Rosenwald Collection
Dimensions

overall: 27.8 x 21.7 cm (10 15/16 x 8 9/16 in.)
Accession Number

1964.8.1802

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64631422

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