The Seasons (Spring) [state proof of 14th state]

1987

Jasper Johns

Associated Names
Jasper Johns

Artist, American, born 1930

The image shows a composition of diagonal lines creating a dense, dark area in the center, contrasting with lighter spaces. The abstract artwork includes elements resembling a duck silhouette in the lower left corner, a vase-like shape on the right, and a potential human figure outlined among geometric shapes, such as circles and triangles in the center. Swirling, circular forms on the upper left and upper right suggest a cosmic or eye-like presence, contributing to the enigmatic ambiance. The arrangement of these elements highlights the abstract nature of the piece.
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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. 247.

Inscriptions

in graphite, lower left: 14th STATE; lower right: J Johns '89

Markings

[chop of ULAE]

Wikidata ID

Q76554826

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