Quelle Blague

1964

Sid Hammer

Associated Names
Sid Hammer

Artist, American, 1926 - 1969

The image displays swirling and intersecting lines forming an abstract composition on a dark background. Large, uneven shapes resembling ghostly faces with hollow eyes emerge from the center, appearing like exaggerated masks with elongated features. The texture and angular lines create movement reminiscent of tangled branches or fabric. The overlapping forms and dynamic strokes convey a chaotic yet captivating scene, suggesting wraith-like figures floating in a night sky.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 52.71 × 39.69 cm (20 3/4 × 15 5/8 in.)
    sheet: 75.57 × 55.88 cm (29 3/4 × 22 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1976.54.1.14

  • Series Title

    Dance of Death [1976.54.1-16]

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

Q65577454

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