Fiercely, Lady, Do We Ride from 21 Etchings and Poems

published 1960

Karl Schrag and David Lougee (author)

Associated Names
Karl Schrag

Artist, American, 1912 - 1996

David Louis Lougee

Author, American, active 20th century

Anderson-Lamb

Printer

Morris Gallery

Publisher

This is a depiction of a drawing featuring handwritten poetry titled "Fiercely, Lady, Do We Ride," by David Lougee. The image includes abstract and natural motifs such as swirling patterns, trees, leaves, a sun, and morning grass or crops. The abstract drawings are in black and surround the text, adding visual depth. The use of earthy tones and raw texture gives it an organic feel that complements the text's exploration of seasons and landscapes.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and aquatint from a portfolio of 10 etchings; six etching and aquatints; two engraving and etchings; two etching and drypoints; and one etching, aquatint, and drypoint on Rives paper

  • Credit Line

    Prospero Foundation Fund

  • Dimensions

    plate: 35.2 x 29.9 cm (13 7/8 x 11 3/4 in.)
    sheet: 50.2 x 42.9 cm (19 3/4 x 16 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1997.6.1.19

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Freundlich 1971, no. 93

Associated Artworks

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The image features intricate lines and swirling shapes forming an abstract pattern. In the center, there is a large oval with vertical lines resembling legs, surrounded by looped and jagged lines. The overall composition is chaotic, with scribbles and markings resembling an encrypted language or graffiti. The central figure is enclosed within a border-like framework amidst the variety of shapes.

Poem from 21 Etchings and Poems

Pierre Alechinsky, Dotremont Christian, Anderson-Lamb, Morris Gallery

1951

21 Etchings and Poems

Various Artists, Anderson-Lamb, Morris Gallery

1951

The image displays a collection of intersecting, curvilinear, and angular lines creating a complex pattern. These abstract shapes and lines convey movement and dynamic flow. The bold zigzags and swooping curves suggest a sense of rhythm and energy. The composition is accompanied by a poem and a signature.

To Yeats in Rapallo from 21 Etchings and Poems

Fred Becker, Theodore Russell Weiss, Anderson-Lamb, Morris Gallery

1951

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Sylvan Cole Gallery, New York); purchased 1997 by NGA.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1971

  • Freundlich, August L. Karl Schrag: A Catalogue Raisonné of the Graphic Works 1939-1970. Syracuse: Syracuse University, 1971.

Inscriptions

lower right in plate: David Lougée; lower left in graphite: 50/50; lower right in graphite: Karl Schrag

Wikidata ID

Q75406300

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