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1964

Sid Hammer

Associated Names
Sid Hammer

Artist, American, 1926 - 1969

The image features swirling lines and shapes forming an intricate and abstract composition in the center. Darkened structures resembling outlines of buildings and cranes are below the complex overlapping lines that suggest a form of a reclining figure or gathering storm. The lower part shows dark, textured elements giving the appearance of an urban landscape or bustling city under the abstract sky, creating a dynamic contrast between fluid shapes and a rigid cityscape.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 42.23 × 52.71 cm (16 5/8 × 20 3/4 in.)
    sheet: 56.52 × 75.57 cm (22 1/4 × 29 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1976.54.1.12

Associated Artworks

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This is an image of a drawing inscribed on paper. The drawing shows the words "DANCE OF DEATH" with additional handwritten text above it that reads "Sid Hammer 1964". The inscription is in a lighter shade, creating contrast against the white background. The style emphasizes the text, with focus on the typography and handwritten details. The composition is minimalistic, centered on the inscription and its textual elements.

Title Page

Sid Hammer

1964

This is a photograph of a closed binder or portfolio. The image shows a textured, dark cloth-covered portfolio with black ties on the right edge. A rectangular label is attached to the center, with the words "DANCE" and "DEATH" in capital letters, and a signature that reads "Sid Hammer 1964" below them. The design appears minimalist and utilitarian.

Dance of Death

Sid Hammer

1964

The image displays an elongated rectangular composition filled with swirling black shapes and intricate lines. The shapes converge and diverge fluidly. There are curling shapes resembling flames or flowing hair, a central form resembling a stylized figure or creature with detailed head and shoulder area, and a wave-like or feathered pattern at the lower part of the image.

The Source

Sid Hammer

1964

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q65577450

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