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Lester Leaps In

c. 1947

Unknown

Associated Names

Unknown

Artist, (probably American)

The image depicts a series of intertwining lines and curved shapes forming an abstract composition. Some of these shapes resemble the human form - including limbs and a face. Geometric shapes like triangles and circles are also present, adding complexity to the piece. The overall composition creates an abstract scene reminiscent of a jigsaw puzzle of interlocked human figures and shapes.

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Artwork overview

Medium

etching and aquatint
Credit Line

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

plate: 202 x 246 mm
sheet: 253 x 335 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.4071

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

In pencil, lower left, Lester Leaps In; lower center, Surface Print; lower right, Wilbrook Reid; upper left, 30.

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