Skies of Venice III

1960

Adja Yunkers

Associated Names
Adja Yunkers

Artist, American, born Latvia, 1900 - 1983

Bohuslav Horak

Printer, American, active late 20th century

The image shows swirling, dark shapes and lines flowing across the page in an abstract composition. The thick lines and bold contrast suggest a turbulent night sky or crashing waves. Patterns resemble textures of natural elements like tree bark or a rough stone. Viewers are encouraged to find familiar forms within the dynamic movement.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph on Nacre paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 104.8 x 74.3 cm (41 1/4 x 29 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1964.8.2664

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Tamarind 1989, no. 185

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1989

  • Devon, Marjorie, and Peter Walch. Catalogue Raisonné: Tamarind Lithography Workshop, Inc., 1960-1970. Albuquerque: University of New Mexico Art Museum, 1989, no. 185.

Inscriptions

center left in graphite: Tamarind Impression. "Skies of Venice III".; center right in graphite: Adja Yunkers - 60

Wikidata ID

Q65506428

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