Untitled [proof]

1997

Jasper Johns

Associated Names
Jasper Johns

Artist, American, born 1930

The image contains intersecting and overlaid shapes, with a mix of sweeping curves and angular lines distributed throughout the composition. This abstract artwork features an intricate tapestry of patterns suggesting architectural blueprints, pathways, and scattered pages or papers. In one section, a shape may resemble a silhouetted figure, interspersed with bold strokes reminiscent of aerial views of a cityscape. The use of deep blues, purples, and occasional black suggests an abstract interpretation of an urban night scene.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and aquatint in black with color monotype on wove paper mounted on sheet of wove paper [proof]

  • Credit Line

    Patrons' Permanent Fund and Special Friends of the National Gallery of Art

  • Dimensions

    plate: 33.66 x 50.17 cm (13 1/4 x 19 3/4 in.)
    sheet: 51.12 x 65.41 cm (20 1/8 x 25 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2010.116.23

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    ULAE, no. 270 [proof]

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

the artist, Sharon, Connecticut; acquired 2010 by the National Gallery of Art

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left, in graphite: PROOF WITH MONOTYPE, lower right: J Johns '97

Markings

blind stamp: [crown] UMBRIA ITALIA

Wikidata ID

Q76441111

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