Untitled [trial proof]

1997 (published 1998)

Jasper Johns

Associated Names
Jasper Johns

Artist, American, born 1930

Universal Limited Art Editions

Publisher

The image contains large curved shapes and bold lines, with circular forms arranged in a grid-like pattern in the background. There are words like "RED" and "BLUE" displayed, along with an oversized arrow pointing downward. The artwork incorporates overlapping elements that create depth and complexity, resembling neon signage. The composition suggests familiar objects such as street signs or city lights, with the words serving as focal points amidst the abstract arrangement.
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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: TRIAL PROOF; lower right: J Johns '97 / [in another hand] / 1/3 / 4th STATE Key in red / surface rolled in brown / 1st STATE BRUSH in Red

Markings

blind stamp: J.J. [chop of Jasper Johns]

Watermarks

FIDELIS MBM (Arches-France) TRAIT LAVIS [heart]

Wikidata ID

Q76554199

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