Line Involvements

1964

Anni Albers

Associated Names
Anni Albers
Artist, American, born Germany, 1899 - 1994
Tamarind Institute
Publisher
Tamarind Institute
Printer
Various Artists
Workshop Printer

Artwork overview

  • Medium

    portfolio of seven lithographs (including title page) on wove Arches paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith

  • Dimensions

    image and sheet (each approx.): 36.5 × 50.2 cm (14 3/8 × 19 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1983.18.80.1-7

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Tamarind 1098-1118

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Associated Artworks

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The image portrays a network of intertwining and intersecting lines creating an intricate pattern. The lines weave in and out of each other, resembling woven fabric or vine tendrils. The abstract composition evokes movement and connectivity. The texture and shading enhance the depth, suggesting a tactile quality.

Title Page from Line Involvements

Anni Albers, Tamarind Institute, Tamarind Institute, Plantin Press, Ernest Rosenthal
1964
The image shows elongated, winding lines twisting and curving against a dark background. The abstract design resembles tangled cords or looping strands, reminiscent of a loose rope or a meandering wire stretching across a textured surface. The interplay of light on the lines adds dimension, creating a visual effect similar to ripples or flows.

I from Line Involvements

Anni Albers, Tamarind Institute, Tamarind Institute, Jeff Ruocco
1964
The image displays delicate intertwined lines flowing across a central black band in an abstract design. The lines contrast with the solid background, creating a dynamic and fluid aesthetic. Textured patterns on the upper and lower edges could be interpreted as cloudy skies or distant landscapes.

II from Line Involvements

Anni Albers, Tamarind Institute, Tamarind Institute, John Dowell
1964

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