Adiós II

c. 1937-1938

Selma Cohen Bluestein

Associated Names
Selma Cohen Bluestein

Artist, American, 1914 - 1985

This is a drawing of a group of figures gathered around a central figure lying on the ground. The setting includes rounded hills and an arched bridge or structure. The figures appear to be interacting with the central lying figure in a manner that suggests concern or sorrow. The palette is monochromatic, utilizing various shades of gray. The artist's use of line work and shading gives the drawing a raw, expressive quality, capturing a moment of tenderness or lamentation.
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Provenance

(Conner Rosenkranz, New York, NY); Dave and Reba Williams, Greenwich, CT, April 1995; gift to NGA, December 2008

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Wikidata ID

Q76441396

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