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Grape Harvesters

1941

Harry Bertoia

Associated Names

Harry Bertoia

Artist, American, born Italy, 1915 - 1978

The image shows jagged geometric lines and shapes forming an abstract design. Angular forms outline figures collecting and transporting baskets, while zigzag patterns suggest energy. The scene evokes familiarity with laborers in orchards, as people interact with overflowing baskets of produce. Coordinated groupings of figures are reminiscent of farm workers or a communal gathering, suggesting teamwork and shared effort in harvesting.

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Artwork overview

Medium

wood engraving
Credit Line

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

block: 259 x 212 mm
sheet: 361 x 261 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.873

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

In the block, lower left, H.B.; in pencil: lower right, Harry Bertoia 41; lower left, verso, Kennedy stock number 290169

Wikidata ID

Q76443019

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