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Plate 13

published 1983

Jürgen Partenheimer

Associated Names

Jürgen Partenheimer

Artist, German, born 1947

The image depicts a series of numbered circles connected by lines forming an intricate pattern resembling support beams or spokes. The lines branch out around the central column of circles, creating a structured and interconnected design.

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Artwork overview

Medium

etching on wove paper
Credit Line

Joshua P. Smith Collection
Dimensions

sheet: 24.8 x 15.5 cm (9 3/4 x 6 1/8 in.)
Accession Number

1992.71.23

The image displays straight and slightly curved lines intersecting at various angles, forming an abstract pattern. Within the design are rectangles of varying sizes connected by these lines. — Plate 1

Jürgen Partenheimer

1983

The image shows an arrangement of simplistic shapes and lines in an abstract composition. Various circles and straight horizontal and vertical lines of different lengths are scattered across the image. In the center, there is a larger rectangular shape divided into sections by two vertical lines and a horizontal line, with the letters "J," "P," "S," and "F" in each section. Surrounding smaller shapes include circles, dots, lines, and an "X" shape, resembling various symbols or rudimentary sketches. These elements combine to create an abstract depiction reminiscent of a constellation map or simplistic floor plan. — Book of Wanderings

Jürgen Partenheimer

1983

The image features a curved line arcing across the right side, bisected by a straight vertical line. On the left side of the vertical line, there are small rectangular shapes. The right side of the arc has elongated petal-like shapes. Near the bottom, a small triangle is present. — Plate 3

Jürgen Partenheimer

1983

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower center verso in graphite: JP83

Wikidata ID

Q75120053

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