Untitled (9 of the 8 Views of Omi VII)

1970

Jan Stussy

Associated Names
Jan Stussy

Artist, American, 1921 - 1990

David Michael Trowbridge

Printer, American, 1945 - 2009

Tamarind Institute

Publisher

The image shows organic, curvilinear shapes meeting straight, linear lines on a geometric plane. Larger forms appear cloud-like or boulder-shaped, set against a grid resembling a landscape. These shapes sit above a structure of slanted planes and vertical lines, implying cliffs or platforms. Horizontal lines in one corner evoke a wooden surface or flowing water.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph (stone) in black on Rives BFK paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 20.32 x 25.4 cm (8 x 10 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.34.937

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Tamarind 1989, no. 2919

Associated Artworks

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The image shows a landscape with a high horizon line dividing the scene. Stylized mountains or hills are depicted with thin lines, creating a sense of linearity and texture. Close to us, angular formations are shown, marked with parallel and crosshatched line work. In the middle, there is a flat expanse with horizontal lines. In the distance, the mountains are simplified, forming a zigzag pattern. The color palette is monochromatic, with black lines on a white background.

Untitled (9 of the 8 Views of Omi I)

Jan Stussy, David Michael Trowbridge, Tamarind Institute

1970

The image is an abstract drawing consisting of black ink lines and brushstrokes suggesting a mountainous landscape viewed obliquely. The horizon is implied by the tops of the mountain shapes that run horizontally across the image. There are vertical divisions created by darker lines for abstraction. The brushstrokes are bold and sparse, with a freehand, gestural style. The color palette is minimal, with black on a cream-colored background for contrast, focusing attention on the shapes and lines. Inscripted text includes "Homage to Sesson" and "9 of the 8 views of Omi" near the top and middle, with a large signature at the bottom. The simplicity of the color scheme highlights the texture and flow of the ink.

9 of the 8 Views of Omi

Jan Stussy, David Michael Trowbridge, Tamarind Institute

1970

The image depicts a landscape with geometric angular lines in the foreground. Parallel lines suggest a ripple effect, leading to hills on the horizon. The sky is visible at the top of the image. The artwork is monochromatic, emphasizing form and texture through fine line work.

Untitled (9 of the 8 Views of Omi II)

Jan Stussy, David Michael Trowbridge, Tamarind Institute

1970

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Smith; gift to NGA 1984.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1989

  • Devon, Marjorie, and Peter Walch. Catalogue Raisonné: Tamarind Lithography Workshop, Inc., 1960-1970. Albuquerque: University of New Mexico Art Museum, 1989, no. 2919.

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: TAM. Imp.; lower right in graphite: Stüssy; lower center verso in graphite: 2919 / Rives BFK.

Markings

BS: Tamarind (T.1); Trowbridge (T.61)

Wikidata ID

Q76555190

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