Stars-Dark Center: 8 Point

1983

Sol LeWitt

Associated Names
Sol LeWitt

Artist, American, 1928 - 2007

Crown Point Press

Publisher

Peter Pettengill

Printer, American

June Lambla

Printer, American

Hidekatsu Takada

Printer, American, active 20th century

The image shows an angular star shape consisting of geometric lines forming an eight-pointed star within square frames. It uses a monochromatic palette with shades of gray and black. The central star shape is reminiscent of patterns seen in decorative tiles or a stylized snowflake.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    color aquatint with hardground etching on Arches 88 paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Kathan Brown

  • Dimensions

    plate: 45.4 x 45.4 cm (17 7/8 x 17 7/8 in.)
    sheet: 53 x 53 cm (20 7/8 x 20 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2001.142.68.6

Associated Artworks

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The image shows a large, abstract chevron shape formed by two white lines in a V pattern on a gray background with circular arcs in the corners. The design is enclosed within a black border square.

Stars-Dark Center: 3 point

Sol LeWitt, Crown Point Press, June Lambla, Peter Pettengill, Hidekatsu Takada

1983

The image displays a central four-pointed star shape with symmetrical lines on a solid gray background. The composition is abstract with contrasting colors and geometric shapes that resemble a stylized compass rose or a simplified quilt pattern. The star is surrounded by concentric squares of varying shades, creating a layered effect that adds depth to the image.

Stars-Dark Center: 4 Point

Sol LeWitt, Crown Point Press, Hidekatsu Takada, Peter Pettengill, June Lambla

1983

The image depicts a large star shape outlined in white, set within a square border. The star has sharp points and symmetrical balance, resembling icons commonly seen in logos. The overall composition features strong lines and a minimalistic approach, creating a sense of simplicity and visual impact.

Stars-Dark Center: 5 point

Sol LeWitt, Crown Point Press, June Lambla, Peter Pettengill, Hidekatsu Takada

1983

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Kathan Brown, San Francisco: Gift to NGA, 2001.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

in graphite lower right: S.L. TP 2/3

Wikidata ID

Q76358197

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