Curved Plane / Figure VII

1994

Robert Mangold

Associated Names
Robert Mangold

Artist, American, born 1937

Artwork overview

  • Medium

    acrylic and graphite on three sheets of Arches wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Dorothy and Herbert Vogel Collection

  • Dimensions

    left panel: 105.41 x 74.93 cm (41 1/2 x 29 1/2 in.)
    center panel: 105.41 x 74.93 cm (41 1/2 x 29 1/2 in.)
    right panel: 105.41 x 74.93 cm (41 1/2 x 29 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2010.12.26.1-3

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Associated Artworks

The image shows a large, dark-colored semi-circular shape in the bottom right corner. The shape has a textured appearance. Inside the shape, there is a subtle diagonal line. The rest of the canvas is white, emphasizing the contrast and balance between the shape and the empty space.

Curved Plane / Figure VII (left panel)

Robert Mangold

1937

The image displays sweeping curves and elongated ovals intersecting on a canvas dominated by bold red and pink hues, creating an abstract display. The flowing lines and shapes suggest stylized petals or the sleek outline of a leaf. The curves loop and intersect in a way that might remind one of waves or the contours of a guitar. The overall composition utilizes these forms to create a vibrant and abstract visual experience.

Curved Plane / Figure VII (center panel)

Robert Mangold

1937

The image shows a large gray semi-circle in the lower right quadrant, divided by a sweeping curved line. It evokes the shape of a crescent moon partially obscured by darkness or a large shadow. The precise curved lines and contrast between the gray and white background create a visually compelling composition reminiscent of lunar phases or shadow play.

Curved Plane / Figure VII (right panel)

Robert Mangold

1937

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Dorothy and Herbert Vogel, New York; gift to NGA, 2010

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left of left panel in graphite: Curved Plane / Figure VII FIRST VERSION; lower right of right panel in graphite: RM. 1994

Markings

BS: AQUARELLE ARCHES

Watermarks

ARCHES FRANCE

Wikidata ID

Q64628976

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