Aborum Dinarii

1968

Karl Kasten

Associated Names
Karl Kasten

Artist, American, 1916 - 2010

Tamarind Institute

Publisher

The image shows a central vertical line extending horizontally to create an abstract form resembling a stylized tree. Circular shapes of different sizes are connected along the branches, resembling coins or medallions. Below the tree-like structure, a rectangular section is divided into textured squares, evoking the appearance of soil. Rectangular zones with parallel lines are located on each side of the tree and below, suggesting the horizon or distant fields. The composition connects to familiar objects such as a coin-adorned tree or plant rooted in a textured earth-like surface.
This object’s media is not available for download. Contact us about image usage.

Artwork overview


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. 2241.

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Tam Imp / Karl Kasten / 68; lower left verso in graphite: 2241 / J.Green

Markings

BS: Tamarind (T.1), Akers (T.60)

Wikidata ID

Q74046716

You may be interested in

Loading Results