Nova

1977

Jacob Kainen

Associated Names
Jacob Kainen

Artist, American, 1909 - 2001

The artwork features an abstract composition with a prominent irregular pentagon-like shape at its center, outlined in black with hints of red and blue. This central form floats against a textured background of dark, sweeping brushstrokes interspersed with blue accents. Around the main shape, there's a faint circle of blue, while scattered lines and scribbles evoke a sense of movement. The overall arrangement of lines and shapes creates an abstract scene.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and pastel with ink marker and pen and black ink on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of the Hom Gallery

  • Dimensions

    overall: 68.7 x 55 cm (27 1/16 x 21 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1989.50.6

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in black ink: Kainen 77

Markings

BS: LES PAPIERS CANSON

Wikidata ID

Q64579390

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