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Untitled

1974

Jacob Kainen

Associated Names

Jacob Kainen

Artist, American, 1909 - 2001

Medium

pastel on wove paper
Credit Line

Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen in honor of the artist's 90th birthday
Dimensions

overall: 35.5 x 28 cm (14 x 11 in.)
Accession Number

1999.82.15.1

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This is a photograph of the cover of a Strathmore Artist Drawing pad. The cover features an orange and red design with a repetitive circular motif pattern. The spiral binding is visible at the top. Text on the left side describes the paper qualities, stating it is "unsurpassed 100% rag paper in two finishes and two weights." The bottom area indicates the medium surface size and the number of sheets included. Handwritten notes mention "1974- Contains 4 self-portraits." The overall aesthetic combines graphic design elements with personal handwritten annotations. — Kainen Sketchbook

Jacob Kainen

1974

Untitled

Jacob Kainen

1974

Untitled

Jacob Kainen

1974

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Ruth Cole Kainen, Washington, D.C.; gift to NGA, 1999

Associated Names

Kainen, Jacob

Wikidata ID

Q64579826

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