Untitled [trial proof]

1997 (published 1998)

Jasper Johns

Associated Names
Jasper Johns

Artist, American, born 1930

Universal Limited Art Editions

Publisher

The image depicts a composition of linear patterns, with strong vertical and diagonal lines intersecting with circular and curvilinear designs. It presents an abstract depiction that includes elements such as a handprint, an arrow pointing downwards, and text reading "BLUE" and "YELLOW." The handprint emerges from a wave of lines, while the arrow guides the eye downward. The textured circular pattern could remind one of a sun or a densely populated forest canopy.
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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: 4th [over an erased 6th] 1st

Markings

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

Wikidata ID

Q76554210

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