African Mask

1995

Barry Le Va

Associated Names
Barry Le Va

Artist, American, 1941 - 2021

The image shows overlapping geometric shapes and dense lines creating a composition. It depicts fragmented forms resembling masks with openings suggesting eyes and mouths. The patterns evoke the texture of aged metal, resembling tribal masks or ancient armor. Contrasting dark and light areas add depth and intricacy to the presentation.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    2 gelatin silver prints and spray paint

  • Credit Line

    Dorothy and Herbert Vogel Collection

  • Dimensions

    image: 10.1 x 15.1 cm (4 x 5 15/16 in.)
    image: 10.1 x 15.1 cm (4 x 5 15/16 in.)
    mount: 50.7 x 40.5 cm (19 15/16 x 15 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2007.6.247

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Dorothy and Herbert Vogel, New York; gift to NGA, 2007.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

signed by artist, lower right on mount in graphite: B. LeVa, 1995

Wikidata ID

Q64145095

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