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Untitled (Abstract Biomorpnhic Forms)

1961

Jon Hendricks

Associated Names

Jon Hendricks

Artist, American, born 1939

The image shows swirling lines and amorphous shapes creating an abstract composition. The lines intersect and overlap, forming organic-like forms. Some shapes resemble branches or tendrils, and there are hints of curved petals or an eye. The dark background enhances the mysterious nature of the shapes, evoking a sense of fantasy.

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Artwork overview

Medium

engraving, aquatint and scraping
Credit Line

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

image: 395 x 295 mm
sheet: 655 x 500 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.2463

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In pencil: lower left, E/A; lower center, for Shirley and Krishna with love from Jon; lower right, Jon Hendricks 1961.

Wikidata ID

Q76442423

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