Untitled

1964

John Grillo

Associated Names
John Grillo

Artist, American, 1917 - 2014

Tamarind Institute

Publisher

The image displays bold swirling shapes and sweeping curved lines against a vivid red background. The dominant hues are deep blue and black, intermingling in broad strokes and splatters. Some of the forms resemble shadows or silhouettes of organic shapes like swirling smoke or rippling fabric, creating a sense of movement and spontaneity. The overall composition invites viewers to explore the interplay of colors and shapes.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph (zinc and stone) in red and blue on white Arches paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 44.5 x 62 cm (17 1/2 x 24 7/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1983.18.571

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. 1034.

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Tam. Imp. (signed and dated)

Markings

BS: Tamarind (T.1), O'Connor (T.35)

Wikidata ID

Q74042567

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