Dover

1985

Jacob Kainen

Associated Names
Jacob Kainen

Artist, American, 1909 - 2001

The image consists of dynamic shapes and bold lines across the canvas, creating movement. A dominant black diagonal stripe cuts through the scene. Above, curved red forms and wavy patterns are visible. Below, intersecting lines and arcs in various shades suggest a surface similar to water or sand. The abstract composition allows for interpretation of landscapes and natural phenomena.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    color lithograph on paper

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Dimensions

    image: 46 x 61 cm (18 1/8 x 24 in.)
    sheet: 54.5 x 74.3 cm (21 7/16 x 29 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1987.50.1

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Jacob Kainen '85; lower left in graphite: 4/30; lower left in graphite: DOVER

Wikidata ID

Q74877167

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