Jamaican Women

c. 1955

Emilio Sanchez

Associated Names
Emilio Sanchez

Artist, American, born Cuba, 1921 - 1999

The image consists of abstract elongated shapes and lines forming human figures in different postures. These figures suggest a gathering or dance, with the use of dark lines against lighter areas creating high contrast. The simplified figures are depicted with basic shapes like ovals for heads and rectangles for bodies, along with flowing garments or hat-like lines. The arrangement conveys movement and social interaction, reminiscent of people gathering in groups.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph in black and green on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Jacob Kainen

  • Dimensions

    image: 34.6 x 27 cm (13 5/8 x 10 5/8 in.)
    sheet: 40.7 x 31 cm (16 x 12 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2002.98.240

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Andrew Stasik Fine Arts, Darien, CT); Jacob Kainen, Washington, D.C., purchased March 6, 1997; gift to NGA, 2002.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

across bottom in graphite: 42/50 / Jamaican Women / Emilio Sanchez

Wikidata ID

Q76338935

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