Black Ice

1999

Ruth Fine

Associated Names
Ruth Fine

Artist, American, born 1941

Judith O'Rourke

Printer, American, active late 20th century

Gemini G.E.L.

Publisher

The image is a sketch-like composition viewed from a straightforward perspective. Across the central area are slender, angular lines that suggest bare tree branches or fragmented shapes. The horizon is undefined, creating a sense of flattened space where elements blend together. The style is intensely abstract with sharp and erratic lines crossing each other, contributing to a sense of dynamic chaos within the composition. The color palette is monochromatic, primarily black and shades of off-white or beige, enhancing contrasts and textural depth. The shapes and textures provide an interpretive representation of a landscape with varying line weight and density.
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Artwork overview

Associated Artworks

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The image shows bold, sketch-like lines outlining a rectangular composition with text and a central illustration. The word "PLEASE" is at the top, with "TO DRINK" below it. The central figure is a skeletal face wearing a hat with flowers and feathers, holding a bottle in one hand.

Untitled

Jennifer S. Clark, Gemini G.E.L.

1999

Gemini G.E.L. Portfolio Exchange

David McDaniel, Gemini G.E.L., Jennifer Turner, Aaron Turner, Maureen M. Staley, Carmen Schilaci, James Reid, Rebecca Ratzkin, Elizabeth Murray, Various Artists, Maria Mapes, Richard Kaz, Matthew Jackson, Xavier Fumat, Ruth Fine, Sidney B. Felsen, Dale Dolejsi, Jennifer S. Clark

1999

The image displays a rectangular shape within a larger dark square. Inside the rectangle are faint lines and marks resembling writings, scratches, brush strokes, and erasures. The composition could be seen as a chalkboard with markings or a partially obscured constellation map. Below the rectangle, there are white words on a dark background, resembling handwritten notes.

Untitled

Dale Dolejsi, Gemini G.E.L.

1999


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Ruth Fine, Takoma Park, Maryland; acquired 2010 by the National Gallery of Art

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower center in graphite: 2/40 Black Ice Ruth Fine 1999

Markings

embossed lower right: [Littleton Studio]
BS: Judith O'Rourke

Wikidata ID

Q76552495

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