Two Costumes [trial proof]

2000

Jasper Johns

Associated Names
Jasper Johns

Artist, American, born 1930

John Lund

Printer, American, active late 20th century

Low Road Studio

Publisher

The image shows a vertical rectangular composition with intersecting geometrical shapes like triangles, circles, and angular lines, creating an intricate and abstract pattern. The design resembles tribal masks or totems, with elements that could be seen as eye or mouth-like structures, evoking faces or figures. There are zigzag lines outlining teeth and spiral elements like jewelry or adornments. The use of deep blue, brown, and gold hues enhances the design and gives it a feeling of ancient carvings or hieroglyphics.
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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: JJ '00

Markings

J.J. [chop of Jasper Johns]

Wikidata ID

Q76554591

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