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Winter [trial proof]

1986

Jasper Johns

Associated Names

Jasper Johns

Artist, American, born 1930

The image displays irregular shapes and lines creating a visually complex composition. It includes two figures on either side with dotted patterns resembling spots or cellular structures. In the center, there are swirling lines and geometric formations resembling a clock face or planetary movements, adding a cosmic or mechanical theme to the artwork. The arrangement of shapes and figures suggests connections to familiar objects such as tree branches or coral, enhancing its abstract nature.

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Artwork overview

Medium

etching and aquatint in black and white on graphite paper [trial proof]
Credit Line

Patrons' Permanent Fund and Special Friends of the National Gallery of Art
Dimensions

plate: 24.45 x 16.19 cm (9 5/8 x 6 3/8 in.)
sheet: 30.8 x 22.23 cm (12 1/8 x 8 3/4 in.)
Accession Number

2010.116.216
Catalogue Raisonné

ULAE, no. 237 [trial proof]

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

the artist, Sharon, Connecticut; acquired 2010 by the National Gallery of Art

Associated Names

Johns, Jasper

Bibliography

1994

Field, Richard S. The Prints of Jasper Johns, 1960-1993: A Catalogue Raisonné. West Islip, New York: Universal Limited Art Editions, 1994, no. 237.

Inscriptions

in graphite, lower left: TRIAL PROOF; lower right: J Johns '86

Markings

chop of ULAE

Wikidata ID

Q76553378

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