Figure 8 [trial proof 3]

1968

Jasper Johns

Associated Names
Jasper Johns

Artist, American, born 1930

Charles Ritt

Printer, American, active late 20th century

Dan Gualdoni

Printer, American, active late 20th century

Gemini G.E.L.

Publisher

The image shows a large, bold curve running through the center, with jagged, zig-zagging lines and scratchy textures scattered across the surface. The composition forms a pattern resembling the texture of a coarse fabric or a tree trunk. Dark strokes contrast with lighter areas, creating an impression of depth and movement within the design. These elements form a visual tableau that could evoke a stylized landscape.
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Artwork overview

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

the artist, Sharon, Connecticut; acquired 2004 by the National Gallery of Art

Associated Names

Bibliography

1966

  • Gemini G.E.L. Sequence List. Los Angeles, California: Gemini G.E.L., unpublished, no. 95.

1970

  • Field, Richard S. Jasper Johns: Prints 1960-1970. New York: Praeger Publishers, 1970, no. 102.

1994

  • Field, Richard S. The Prints of Jasper Johns, 1960-1993: A Catalogue Raisonné. West Islip, New York: Universal Limited Art Editions, 1994, no. 52.

2011

  • Ritchie, Charles. Gemini G.E.L. Online Catalogue Raisonné. Washington, D.C.: National Gallery of Art, 2011, no. 26.9. http://www.nga.gov/gemini

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: J Johns / '68; lower left corner in graphite: Trial Proof III (Stone In Black + / First Gray Flat - Without Line); lower left verso in graphite by unknown hand: 68-189

Markings

embossed lower right: © [Gemini G.E.L.]; stamped lower left verso in black ink: Gemini G.E.L. / Los Angeles, Calif.

Wikidata ID

Q76344673

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