Drypoint Mu [special proof]

started 1980, published 1981

Ronald Davis

Associated Names
Ronald Davis

Artist, American, born 1937

Jacob Samuel

Printer, American, active late 20th century

Gemini G.E.L.

Publisher

The image shows a large black oval shape tilted at an angle with intersecting lines radiating outwards in an abstract design. Below the oval, there are smaller lines and dots arranged in a pattern that resembles fireworks or a starburst. The composition conveys a sense of dynamic movement, with sharp lines and dotted textures enhancing the abstract nature of the design.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    drypoint and roulette on Arches Cover wove paper [special proof]

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist

  • Dimensions

    plate: 17.5 x 7.6 cm (6 7/8 x 3 in.)
    sheet: 34.2 x 22.8 cm (13 7/16 x 9 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1981.5.164

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Gemini G.E.L., Los Angeles, California; acquired 1981 by the National Gallery of Art

Associated Names

Bibliography

1966

  • Gemini G.E.L. Sequence List. Los Angeles, California: Gemini G.E.L., unpublished, no. 912.

2011

  • Ritchie, Charles. Gemini G.E.L. Online Catalogue Raisonné. Washington, D.C.: National Gallery of Art, 2011, no. 13.30. http://www.nga.gov/gemini

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: S.P.; lower center in graphite: Ronald Davis; lower right in graphite: 1980; lower left verso in graphite by unknown hand: RD80-3023

Markings

embossed lower right: © [Gemini G.E.L.]; stamped lower left verso in gray ink: © Gemini G.E.L., Los Angeles

Wikidata ID

Q74035664

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