Untitled [trial proof]

1997 (published 1998)

Jasper Johns

Associated Names
Jasper Johns

Artist, American, born 1930

The image displays various shapes and lines in an asymmetric composition, with multiple circles creating a pattern. It features elements resembling a checkerboard pattern, handprints, and arrows. The words "RED," "YELLOW," and "BLUE" are included. Circular shapes and scattered lines suggest bubbles or faded polka dots, while rectilinear forms and bold letters remind of commercial signage or a collage.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and aquatint in black on three sheets of adhered wove paper [trial proof]

  • Credit Line

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

  • Dimensions

    plate (left): 86.36 × 61.28 cm (34 × 24 1/8 in.)
    plate (center): 86.36 × 60.33 cm (34 × 23 3/4 in.)
    plate (right): 86.36 × 61.28 cm (34 × 24 1/8 in.)
    sheet (overall): 101.28 × 193.36 cm (39 7/8 × 76 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2010.116.520

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    ULAE, no. 273 [trial proof]


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Trial Proof; lower right in graphite: J Johns '97

Markings

embossed lower left: J.J. / Lowroad

Wikidata ID

Q76554277

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