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Woodchopper

c.1926

Rufino Tamayo

Associated Names

Rufino Tamayo

Artist, Mexican, 1899 - 1991

The image consists of bold, thick lines creating an abstract scene with organic and geometric shapes. A central form resembles a hand holding an axe poised over circular shapes resembling tree stumps. The surroundings suggest a textured backdrop resembling bark or wood grain.

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Artwork overview

Medium

woodcut
Credit Line

Rosenwald Collection
Accession Number

1943.3.8095

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q65025460

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