Untitled

1983

Seymour Lipton

Associated Names
Seymour Lipton

Artist, American, 1903 - 1986

The image depicts a combination of bold, angular lines and curved shapes forming an intriguing structure. The central element resembles a complex mechanical object, with cylindrical and spherical components intersecting with sharp triangular forms. It could be likened to a futuristic sculpture or a stylized bird with outstretched wings, emerging from a flat plane. The entire composition is encapsulated within a tilted rectangular frame, creating a sense of depth and dimensionality. The drawing utilizes shading and cross-hatching to convey texture and form, enhancing the abstract nature of the scene.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    black conté crayon on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Seymour Lipton

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 27.94 × 21.59 cm (11 × 8 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1986.75.36


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

the artist, New York; acquired 1986 by the National Gallery of Art

Associated Names

Inscriptions

center right in black crayon: Lipton83

Wikidata ID

Q64631077

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