Untitled (Purple Mezzotint) [trial proof L]

1995

Jasper Johns

Associated Names
Jasper Johns

Artist, American, born 1930

The image displays a collection of purple-toned abstract shapes and lines. In the center, there is a square with a stylized face featuring prominent eyes and lips. The background consists of swirling forms and curls, resembling fabric folds or flowing hair. Circular motifs on either side of the central panel might suggest eyes. At the bottom border, there is a sequence of letters resembling a cryptic inscription. The overall composition depicts an abstract face within a decorative tapestry.
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Artwork overview

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Inscriptions

in graphite, lower left: L TRIAL PROOF / (1ST & 2ND ELEMENTS); lower right below plate mark: JJ

Markings

chop of ULAE

Watermarks

C.M. Fabriano (ITALY)

Wikidata ID

Q76553436

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