Zone [trial proof 2]

1972

Jasper Johns

Associated Names
Jasper Johns

Artist, American, born 1930

George Page

Printer, American, active late 20th century

Richard Ewen

Printer, American, active late 20th century

James Webb

Printer, American, active late 20th century

Chuck DeLong

Printer, American, active late 20th century

Gemini G.E.L.

Publisher

The image displays a vertical and horizontal arrangement of shapes with abstract interplay of lines and textures. Above, there is a dense pattern of wavy and curved lines in a dark shade, resembling densely layered foliage at night. Below, there is a soft wash of color intersected by a vertical and horizontal structure resembling a minimalist representation of a window or doorway. The composition suggests a blend of geometric and organic elements, with subtle shapes such as rectangles and brushstrokes hinting at architectural forms or household objects. The word "Zone" is printed in the bottom left corner as a bold, graphic label.
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Artwork overview

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

the artist, Sharon, Connecticut; acquired 2008 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 Los Angeles, California: Gemini G.E.L., unpublished, no. 347.

1978

  • Field, Richard S. Jasper Johns: Prints 1970-1977. Middletown, Connecticut: Wesleyan University Press, 1978, no. 150.

1994

  • Field, Richard S. The Prints of Jasper Johns, 1960-1993: A Catalogue Raisonné. West Islip, New York: Universal Limited Art Editions, 1994, no. 105.

2011

  • Ritchie, Charles. Gemini G.E.L. Online Catalogue Raisonné. Washington, D.C.: National Gallery of Art, 2011, no. 26.52. http://www.nga.gov/gemini

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Trial Proof II; lower right in graphite: J Johns / '72; lower left verso in graphite by unknown hand: JJ71-429

Markings

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

Wikidata ID

Q76345336

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