Untitled [trial proof]

1997 (published 1998)

Jasper Johns

Associated Names
Jasper Johns

Artist, American, born 1930

Universal Limited Art Editions

Publisher

The image displays circular shapes arranged in a grid-like pattern with various scribbled and textured markings within them. An elongated dark-colored arm stretches diagonally across the composition, with a hand prominently displayed having lighter markings resembling a road or path. The word "YELLOW" is written along the arm, crossing through the abstract forms. Next to the arm, an arrow pointing downward is enclosed in a rectangular frame. These elements form a layered abstract composition evoking the appearance of packaging materials and signage.
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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] 5th STATE Key / 1st STATE Brush

Markings

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

Wikidata ID

Q76554239

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