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Dahlia

c. 1978-1979

Craig McPherson

Associated Names

Craig McPherson

Artist, American, born 1948

The image depicts an array of elongated, slender shapes radiating from a central point. The shapes suggest movement and dynamism. This abstract composition evokes the appearance of a blooming flower, resembling a dahlia. The shapes exhibit depth and layering, similar to the structure of floral petals. The use of light and shadow gives the forms a tactile quality, resembling the folding and unfolding of petals.

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Artwork overview

Medium

mezzotint
Credit Line

Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams
Dimensions

plate: 149 x 155 mm
sheet: 345 x 194 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.3433
Catalogue Raisonné

Robinson #C1

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: DAHLIA in pencil, lower center
B.A.T., in pencil, lower left corner.
Signed: MCPHERSON 78 IM2 in pencil, lower right

Wikidata ID

Q76441373

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