Toro! Toro!

1960

Romas Viesulas

Associated Names
Romas Viesulas

Artist, American, 1918 - 1986

The image shows a collection of jagged lines and splatters intersecting and overlapping on a canvas. Some shapes suggest two faces with eyes and spiky features. The central forms resemble mask-like visages with intricate patterns. The black and white contrasts create a dynamic scene. familiar features like faces or masks are embedded within the lines and textures.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph on India Rives

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1964.8.2611.4

  • Series Title

    Toro Desconocito [1964.8.2611-2621]

Associated Artworks

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The image displays a collection of bold, black, irregular shapes and strokes forming an abstract representation. There are stylized, handwritten letters in black shapes above a soft, beige horizontal band with cursive script. Below, a beige block contains text about "Poem and Lithographs by Romos Viesulas," with a small black stripe beneath it.

Title Page

Romas Viesulas

1960

The image shows a large, solid rectangle dominating the frame with a uniform, dark surface. This composition presents an abstract approach, prompting viewers to focus on its simplicity and color. The rectangle's presence conveys a sense of depth and can be interpreted as a boundary or transition through its deep blackness.

Toro Desconocito

Romas Viesulas

1960

The image contains irregular black shapes and linear scratches on a light brown backdrop, creating an abstract composition. Dots and textures enhance the sense of movement and depth.

To Unknown Bulls Facing Unknown Swords

Romas Viesulas

1960

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q65511882

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