Movement, Circus Horse and Rider [recto]

John Marin

Associated Names
John Marin

Artist, American, 1870 - 1953

The image displays sweeping, curved lines and jagged strokes, creating an abstract impression on the canvas. The lines form a shape that resembles a horse.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Norma B. Marin

  • Dimensions

    overall: 12.4 x 15.9 cm (4 7/8 x 6 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2005.98.60.a

Associated Artworks

This image shows black curved and angular lines creating an abstract composition on paper. The lines intersect and overlap, with softer, blurred lines in the background. The design allows for different interpretations, with a minimalist aesthetic suggesting natural elements.

Circus Figure, Horse and Rider [verso]

John Marin

1870

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Acquired by NGA in 2005, gift of Norma B. Marin.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Marin / Circus; upper left verso in graphite: 39-3; lower right verso in graphite: Dod #1559 / 7868CY, #31224

Wikidata ID

Q64583575

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