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Praying Mantis

1924

Clinton Blair King

Associated Names

Clinton Blair King

Artist, American, 1901 - 1979

The image displays an abstract pattern of swirling lines and overlapping shapes. Some shapes resemble the outline of a praying mantis, with elongated limbs and an angular body. The artwork uses lines to create depth and movement, enhancing the abstract nature of the image and evoking the delicate yet dynamic appearance of the creature.

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Artwork overview

Medium

etching and aquatint
Credit Line

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

Image: 277 x 200 mm
Sheet: 403 x 279 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.2866

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In pencil: lower left, "Praying Mantis" 50/16; lower right, Clinton King

Wikidata ID

Q76551154

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