Truism

1977

Jenny Holzer

Associated Names
Jenny Holzer

Artist, American, born 1950

The image features bold black lines of text set in an abstract format against a plain background. Each line presents a statement, resembling phrases one might find in a manifesto or collection of philosophical musings. Examples of statements include "A MAN CAN'T KNOW WHAT IT'S LIKE TO BE A MOTHER" and "ABSOLUTE SUBMISSION CAN BE A FORM OF FREEDOM." The uniform arrangement and stark contrast between the text and background create a conceptual or artistic impression.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    offset lithograph on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of the Artist

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 69.85 x 99.7 cm (27 1/2 x 39 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2008.111.3

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

the artist, New York; gift to NGA, 2008

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q76439099

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