Untitled (e.g.a., IV)

1966

Jesse Reichek

Associated Names
Jesse Reichek

Artist, American, 1916 - 2005

Tamarind Institute

Publisher

The image displays undulating lines and curving shapes forming an abstract pattern. Dark and light areas interlock, resembling stylized landscape or organic forms. Dark shapes resemble inkblots or outlines of islands, while lighter areas suggest negative space like rivers or gaps between landmasses. The contrast between tones enhances the abstract quality, evoking elements of nature and geographic contours.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph on German Etching paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 45.1 x 58 cm (17 3/4 x 22 13/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.34.635

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Tamarind 1989, no. 1751

Associated Artworks

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The image shows smooth, wavy lines on a dark background, creating an abstract composition. The lines resemble a topographical map or riverbed contours, prompting viewers to see various terrains or natural patterns within its simplicity.

Untitled (e.g.a., I)

Jesse Reichek, Tamarind Institute

1966

This is an image of text on a light background. The image shows a plain sheet with text in a black font. The upper portion of the image displays the text "e.g., a....." slightly off-center towards the right. Below this, towards the bottom, the words "LITHOGRAPHS BY JESSE REICHEK" are printed in a capitalized font. The sheet has a light texture and a slightly rough edge, giving it a handmade appearance. The presentation is simple and minimalistic, drawing focus to the text.

e.g.a.

Jesse Reichek, Tamarind Institute

1966

The image shows wavy lines and organic shapes on a dark background. The design forms a pattern resembling flowing rivers or undulating landscapes. Light and dark shades create depth and shadows on a flat surface.

Untitled (e.g.a., II)

Jesse Reichek, Tamarind Institute

1966

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1989

  • Devon, Marjorie, and Peter Walch. Catalogue Raisonné: Tamarind Lithography Workshop, Inc., 1960-1970. Albuquerque: University of New Mexico Art Museum, 1989, no. 1751.

Inscriptions

lower right verso in graphite: Tam Imp Reichek '66 / 1751

Markings

BS: Tamarind (T.1); BS: Evermon (T.14)

Wikidata ID

Q76556150

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