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Untitled (Ocean)

1972

Vija Celmins

Associated Names

Vija Celmins

Artist, American, born Latvia, 1938

The image displays an expansive view of the ocean from sea level. The horizon line is almost centrally positioned, separating the water and sky. Intricate markings resembling soft waves are visible on the water's surface. The color palette is mostly gray, creating a monochromatic effect. The composition is minimalist, focusing on the horizon and conveying a sense of vastness and simplicity.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph
Credit Line

Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Florian Carr Fund and Gift of the Print Research Foundation
Dimensions

Image: 154 x 1060 mm
Sheet: 725 x 1165 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.38

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Dave H. and Reba W. Williams, Greenwich, CT; gift to NGA, 2008

Associated Names

Dave H. and Reba W. Williams

Inscriptions

In pencil: lower left, 58/65; lower right, V. Celmins '72 (in script)

Wikidata ID

Q76440186

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