The Seasons [trial proof C]

1987

Jasper Johns

Associated Names
Jasper Johns

Artist, American, born 1930

The image features an abstract composition with overlapping geometric shapes and outlines. Dominating the center is an abstract silhouette resembling a human figure, framed by a rectangular panel with diagonal lines. Surrounding the central figure are panels with various patterns and motifs. This includes star-like shapes on a blue background, creating an impression of a night sky. An upside-down silhouette that resembles a bottle or vase is repeated in smaller panels on either side of the figure. The bottom section features another humanoid outline along with intersecting lines and circular forms.
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Artwork overview

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Bibliography

1994

  • Field, Richard S. The Prints of Jasper Johns, 1960-1993: A Catalogue Raisonné. West Islip, New York: Universal Limited Art Editions, 1994, no. 239.

Inscriptions

in graphite, lower left: 1/2 TRIAL PROOF C; lower right: J JOHNS 1987

Markings

[chop of ULAE]

Watermarks

J JOHNS 86

Wikidata ID

Q76554818

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