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Tracing for Changes and Disappearances #32 (9 of 11)

1982

John Cage

Associated Names

John Cage

Artist, American, 1912 - 1992

The image displays thin, pencil-drawn lines and shapes on a blank page. The lines and shapes are geometric and resemble rectangles with wavy edges. Arrows and numbers scattered throughout suggest measurements or directions, resembling an annotated diagram or blueprint. The use of lines and markings gives it a minimalist sketch-like appearance.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite on tracing paper
Credit Line

Gift of Kathan Brown
Dimensions

sheet: 48.26 x 60.96 cm (19 x 24 in.)
Accession Number

2012.110.9

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Acquired by NGA in 2012, gift of Kathan Brown

Associated Names

Brown, Kathan

Inscriptions

in graphite, upper left: C&D 32 Run 9; [numerous inscribed printing instructions and diagrams overall]

Wikidata ID

Q64582157

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