Untitled

1965

Jacob Landau

Associated Names
Jacob Landau

Artist, American, 1917 - 2001

Tamarind Institute

Publisher

The image depicts two figures shown from head to toe within an oval frame. The figure on the left is positioned in a semi-profile stance facing slightly away from the viewer, while the figure on the right is seated, with a hand resting on the mouth area. Both faces are partially obscured, with the hair resembling a short, textured style. The left figure appears darker in shading, while the right figure uses more negative space. The figures are unclothed, emphasizing contrasts in shading and texture. There is no visible jewelry or objects being held. The background within the oval shape is divided vertically into two halves; the left side is darker and more textured, while the right side is lighter and utilizes more negative space. The surrounding white space outside the oval is empty.
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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

    sheet: 35.7 x 27.9 cm (14 1/16 x 11 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.34.138.5

  • Series Title

    Charades: V [1984.34.138-147]

Associated Artworks

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The image shows swirling lines and shapes arranged within an oval boundary, creating an abstract depiction that conveys motion and complexity. The central forms resemble human figures with sketchy outlines suggesting faces and intertwined limbs. In the lower section, there are smaller, defined figures resembling a group of spectators. The contrast between dark and light areas highlights the central figures, evoking a dynamic scene.

Untitled

Jacob Landau, Tamarind Institute

1965

The image displays a large square composed of fine horizontal lines creating a subtle texture across its surface.

Charades

Jacob Landau, Tamarind Institute

1965

The image contains a circular composition featuring three human figures. Two standing figures are positioned closely together, with one in front of the other. The third figure is reclined below them, shown lying on its side with one arm bent upwards, supporting the head. The background of the circle is heavily shaded with a crosshatch technique, contrasting with the lighter areas representing the figures' bodies. The artwork is presented on plain paper outside the circle.

Untitled

Jacob Landau, Tamarind Institute

1965


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. 1279.

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Tam.Imp. Jacob Landau; lower center verso in graphite: 1279

Markings

BS: Tamarind (T.1), Tyler (T.54)

Wikidata ID

Q74047161

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