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1961

Clinton Adams

Associated Names

Clinton Adams

Artist, American, 1918 - 2002

Garo Antreasian

Printer, American, 1922 - 2018

Joe Funk

Printer, American, active late 20th century

Tamarind Institute

Publisher

The image displays a large rectangle of deep burnt orange color, dominating the space in an abstract manner. The texture and shading variations on the surface resemble fabric or canvas, hinting at a textile representation. These elements add depth and movement to the design.

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Artwork overview

Medium

portfolio of ten lithographs with title page and colophon
Credit Line

Rosenwald Collection
Accession Number

1964.8.1979.1-10

The image shows bold rectangular and square shapes with heavily shaded areas and a bright, textured rectangular form in the center. This abstract composition creates a sense of depth and contrast. The central rectangle is detailed and rough in texture, set amidst a surrounding dark and subtly shaded background. — Tablet I

Clinton Adams, Joe Funk, Tamarind Institute

1961

The image shows a collection of rectangular and irregular shapes on a dark background. The central rectangle is textured and lighter. The shapes are arranged in a way that may resemble a collage or a stone wall. The textures add depth and nuance to the monochromatic scheme, reminiscent of weathered parchment or aged woodwork. — Tablet II

Clinton Adams, Garo Antreasian, Tamarind Institute

1961

The image displays a large, irregular rectangular form filled with uneven black areas and bordered by lighter, uneven lines. In the center is a segmented black strip with white spots resembling a row of pebbles or an aerial view of a riverbed. This abstract composition may evoke landscape shapes such as a mountain viewed from above, similar to natural geological formations. — Tablet III

Clinton Adams, Garo Antreasian, Tamarind Institute

1961

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Lessing J. Rosenwald, Jenkintown, Pennsylvania; acquired 1964 by the National Gallery of Art

Associated Names

Rosenwald, Lessing Julius

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