Untitled

1962

John Paul Jones

Associated Names
John Paul Jones

Artist, American, 1924 - 1999

Tamarind Institute

Publisher

This is a drawing of four abstract portraits. The image consists of four small, abstract depictions arranged in two rows and columns. Each figure has a shadowy style with dark hues against a lighter background, giving each portrait a haunting and ethereal appearance. The abstract nature of these drawings invites the viewer to interpret the identities and emotions suggested by these dark figures. The rough lines and textured shading evoke a sense of mystery and moodiness.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph (stone) in black on white Arches paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith

  • Dimensions

    image: 29 x 23 cm (11 7/16 x 9 1/16 in.)
    sheet: 38.1 x 28.5 cm (15 x 11 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1983.18.792

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. 681B.

Inscriptions

lower right: Tam Imp / JPJ

Markings

BS: Tamarind (T.1), Zirker (T.48)

Wikidata ID

Q74044000

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