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The Seasons (Fall) [trial proof]

1987

Jasper Johns

Associated Names

Jasper Johns

Artist, American, born 1930

The image displays an assortment of geometric shapes including circles and squares stacked along the upper border, amid more organic, flowing lines and textures. The abstract composition combines elements that resemble two human silhouettes framing the sides. In the center, there is a large circular form. Additional angular shapes overlap, suggesting fragmented pieces of paper or fabric. The arrangement evokes patchwork or a mixed media art piece, highlighting layering and varied textures.

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Artwork overview

Medium

color aquatint and etching on wove paper [trial proof]
Credit Line

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

plate: 49.21 x 33.02 cm (19 3/8 x 13 in.)
sheet: 66.68 x 48.26 cm (26 1/4 x 19 in.)
Accession Number

2010.116.386
Catalogue Raisonné

ULAE, no. 240 [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. 240.

Inscriptions

in graphite, lower left: 1/2 TRIAL PROOF; J Johns '87

Markings

chop of ULAE

Watermarks

J JOHNS '86

Wikidata ID

Q76553877

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