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Untitled (Ring-Around-A-Rosy)

1949

Robert Gwathmey

Associated Names

Robert Gwathmey

Artist, American, 1903 - 1988

The image features angular and flowing abstract shapes resembling intertwined figures in motion. The elongated limbs and geometric forms suggest a family scene, with the figures represented as parents and children interacting. The curved lines and overlapping forms convey parental nurturing, while the figures wear solid colored garments against a brown and beige background. The artwork abstractly depicts familial bonds and togetherness.

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Artwork overview

Medium

color screenprint on wove paper
Credit Line

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

image: 321 x 403 mm
sheet: 407 x 507 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.2286
Catalogue Raisonné

Williams #10

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In ink: upper left, Gwathmey; in pencil: lower left, To Edith with love and th. Bob Gwathmey.

Wikidata ID

Q76456586

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