Untitled (undergarments)

c. 1968

Christina Ramberg

Associated Names
Christina Ramberg

Artist, American, 1946 - 1995

The image shows a collection of abstract sketches. The sketches consist of curved and angular lines creating various shapes resembling elements of clothing and accessories. Two shapes at the top appear to outline a human torso or lower body with lines suggesting fabric structure. Other sketches show what could be hands interacting with garments. One sketch resembles a draw-string purse with loops and gathered fabric. The use of layered lines and cross-hatching implies texture, with some sketches resembling tightly pulled lace or fabric. Annotations near the sketches mention concepts like "hands pulling on," "undergarments," and "destroy symmetry," relating to the clothing theme present in the illustrations.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    black felt-tip pen (double-sided) on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of the Collectors Committee

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 25.4 × 22.86 cm (10 × 9 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2015.158.5


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Acquired in 2015 by the Collectors Committee from the Estate of Christina Ramberg through Corbett vs. Dempsey, Chicago, IL.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

artist's notes in black felt-tip pen

Wikidata ID

Q64539936

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