Green Angel 2 [progressive proof 4]

1997

Jasper Johns

Associated Names
Jasper Johns

Artist, American, born 1930

The image contains a variety of shapes, such as elongated, rounded forms and angular sections, layered with linear and wavy lines. These elements create an abstract composition that resembles a fragmented map or puzzle. The use of stripes and speckled textures provides depth, reminiscent of natural topographical features. Diagonal lines and circular motifs add movement and decorative elements to the piece.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    color etching and aquatint on Hahnemühle Copperplate paper [progressive proof]

  • Credit Line

    Gift of the Artist

  • Dimensions

    plate: 103.82 × 46.99 cm (40 7/8 × 18 1/2 in.)
    sheet: 121.6 × 62.87 cm (47 7/8 × 24 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2013.48.19

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    ULAE, no. 271 [progressive proof 4]

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

the artist, Sharon, Connecticut; acquired 2013 by the National Gallery of Art

Associated Names

Inscriptions

in graphite, lower left: PROGRESSIVE 4 1/2 / JJ '97

Markings

blind stamp: [chop of ULAE]

Wikidata ID

Q77005297

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