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Dancer [recto]

1954

Milton Avery

Associated Names

Milton Avery

Artist, American, 1885 - 1965

The image displays a large, round shape with a circular outline and a smaller circle at the top. There are radiating lines and triangular forms extending from the central circle. The intersecting straight lines and curved edges suggest a stylized representation of feathers. There is also a crown-like form at the top, enclosed within a rectangular frame, creating an abstract depiction.

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Artwork overview

Medium

carved woodblock
Credit Line

Gift of the Avery Family, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art
Dimensions

block: 30.32 × 24.45 cm (11 15/16 × 9 5/8 in.)
Accession Number

1991.233.123.a
Catalogue Raisonné

Lunn 1973, no. 56

The image features intersecting lines and angular shapes carved into a dark surface, forming an abstract representation. The form resembles a human figure with a squared head, outstretched arms, and bent legs. The texture and curvature of the lines within the composition evoke the appearance of flowing garments or feathers. — Hen [verso]

Milton Avery

1954

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1973

Lunn, Harry H., Jr. Milton Avery: Prints 1933-1955. Washington, D.C.: Graphics International Ltd., 1973, no. 56.

Wikidata ID

Q63571195

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