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Untitled

probably 1960/1970

Arnaldo Pomodoro

Associated Names

Arnaldo Pomodoro

Artist, Italian, Italian, 1926 - 2025

The image shows a bold, vertical band of red with jagged, irregular edges against a dark background. The central pattern resembles a tire tread or ridges of a geological formation. The contrast between the red and black creates a striking visual impact.

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Artwork overview

Medium

red and black gouache inked à la poupée on wove paper
Credit Line

Gift of Regina Slatkin, Carole and Laura Slatkin
Dimensions

sheet: 39.8 x 29.9 cm (15 11/16 x 11 3/4 in.)
Accession Number

1990.58.11

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Mrs. Charles E. Slatkin [1909-1999]; gift 1990 to NGA

Associated Names

Slatkin, Charles E., Mrs.

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Arnaldo Pomodoro

Wikidata ID

Q74885141

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