Verge from For Carl Zigrosser

1964

Romas Viesulas

Associated Names
Romas Viesulas

Artist, American, 1918 - 1986

The image contains swirling lines and shadowy shapes in the lower right corner, resembling an abstract scene. The dark forms suggest a gathering of figures. These shapes are juxtaposed against lighter, textured areas.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and aquatint on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate (irreg.): 15.1 × 22.5 cm (5 15/16 × 8 7/8 in.)
    sheet: 40.3 × 30.3 cm (15 7/8 × 11 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1980.45.1475.10

  • Series Title

    For Carl Zigrosser [1980.45.1475-1485]

Associated Artworks

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The image shows an abstract artwork portraying a natural scene, possibly trees or foliage, from a direct and flat perspective. There is no horizon line, with overlapping abstract forms and lines dominating the composition. The brushstrokes or lines are loose and scribbled, reflecting an impressionistic style with dynamic energy. The color palette includes greys, blacks, and light earth tones, creating a muted visual effect. Elements closer to the viewer have bolder lines, while those further away are less defined, suggesting depth and layering within the abstraction. The composition is busy, conveying a sense of lively, controlled chaos.

Island Summer from For Carl Zigrosser

George Bunker

1964

The image shows a plain gray background with the text "FOR CARL ZIGROSSER" centered on it. The focus is on the bold black text against the uniform gray backdrop.

For Carl Zigrosser

Various Artists

1964

The image features irregular shapes and flowing lines intertwining across the canvas to create an abstract composition. Among the shapes are a red oval, a green elongated form, a round yellow circle, and a blue and black section. The artwork evokes a playful collage of different objects floating in an undefined space.

Fruit-ful from For Carl Zigrosser

Edward Colker

1964

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

"Romas Viesulas 63" lower right margin, graphite, artist's hand. "VERGE" lower center margin, graphite, artist's hand. "5/20" lower left margin, graphite, artist's hand.

Markings

None.

Watermarks

None.

Wikidata ID

Q74031958

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