Untitled from Temple Ruins

1992

Bryan Hunt

Associated Names
Bryan Hunt

Artist, American, born 1947

Lothar Osterburg

Printer, American, active late 20th century

Crown Point Press

Publisher

This is a drawing of a simple abstract sketch. The image consists of a rectangular sketch outlined in dark brown ink, featuring loosely drawn shapes that resemble ancient ruinous columns or architectural structures set against a roughly textured background. The scene is rendered with minimal line work. There is a handwritten note and signature on the lower right. The image exudes a sense of minimalism and abstract expression.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching in brown on wove Somerset paper from a portfolio of six photogravures (including title page), five softground etchings, and photolithograph printed cover

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Kathan Brown

  • Dimensions

    image: 22.5 x 27.6 cm (8 7/8 x 10 7/8 in.)
    sheet: 40.6 x 43.2 cm (16 x 17 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1998.40.207.6

Associated Artworks

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This is a photograph of a book cover titled "TEMPLE RUINS." The cover features a fabric texture with a small black and white image in the center. The title "TEMPLE RUINS" is in bold uppercase letters, with "BRYAN HUNT" at the bottom. The black text stands out against the light fabric.

Cover for Temple Ruins

Bryan Hunt, Lothar Osterburg, Crown Point Press

1992

The image shows a book cover with the title "TEMPLE RUINS" in bold black text and an abstract design. The cover also features the name "BRYAN HUNT" in smaller black letters, with a textured beige background. The abstract sketch combines organic and geometric forms reminiscent of ancient ruins or carvings.

Temple Ruins

Bryan Hunt, Lothar Osterburg, Crown Point Press

1992

The image depicts ancient temple ruins, composed of stacked stone blocks of varying sizes and shapes. The horizon is not visible, and the sky forms a pale backdrop. The style is black and white, with detailed lines capturing the stone texture. The color palette is monochromatic, highlighting shadows and illuminated surfaces.

Title page from Temple Ruins

Bryan Hunt, Lothar Osterburg, Crown Point Press

1992

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Acquired by NGA in 1998 directly from Kathan Brown.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

"Bryan Hunt" lower right margin, graphite, artist's hand. Not dated. "O.K. To Print" lower right margin, graphite, artist's hand. "#4" lower left margin, graphite, artist's hand. Verso: none.

Markings

None.

Watermarks

None.

Wikidata ID

Q75418894

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