Couple in Egypt

1931

Alexander Calder

Associated Names
Alexander Calder

Artist, American, 1898 - 1976

The image shows thin, flowing lines forming abstract shapes resembling two human figures seated on an angular, flat surface. In the background, there are minimal linear representations of pyramids and a palm tree. The lines create an abstract composition where the figures seem to interact or pose. The overlapping and intertwining lines convey depth and complexity, akin to fluid movements.
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Artwork overview

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Klaus and Dolly Perls, New York; gift to NGA, 1996.

Associated Names

Exhibition History

1997

  • Alexander Calder: The Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Klaus G. Perls, National Gallery of Art, Washington, 1997, no. 3.

Bibliography

1997

  • Alexander Calder: The Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Klaus G. Perls. Exh. cat. National Gallery of Art, Washington, 1997: no. 3.

Inscriptions

lower right: Calder / 1931

Wikidata ID

Q64534118

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