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Untitled

1966

Gego

Associated Names

Gego

Artist, German, 1912 - 1994, active Venezuelan

Tamarind Institute

Publisher

The image features black, angular lines and shapes on a light background, forming an abstract composition. One shape resembles a stepped structure or staircase ascending diagonally. It connects to a larger, irregular form resembling an intricately textured building or tower. Thin lines extend from these shapes, suggesting pathways or ledges, while dotted lines run parallel to one of the structures, adding depth. The arrangement evokes images of architectural elements in a modern cityscape.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph (stone) in black on white Nacre paper
Credit Line

Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith
Dimensions

sheet: 27.8 x 25 cm (10 15/16 x 9 13/16 in.)
Accession Number

1983.18.532

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1989

Devon, Marjorie, and Peter Walch. Catalogue Raisonné: Tamarind Lithography Workshop, Inc., 1960-1970. Albuquerque: University of New Mexico Art Museum, 1989, no. 1893.

Inscriptions

on recto in graphite: TAM IMP Gego 66

Markings

IS: Tamarind (T.1), Sanchez (T.40)

Wikidata ID

Q74042296

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