Untitled

2009-2011

John Gossage

Associated Names
John Gossage

Artist, American, born 1946

This is a photograph of a dead snake on a rough concrete surface. The snake is in a state of decomposition, with its body torn and discolored, exposing the interior structure. The texture of the concrete is gritty and uneven, with visible small pebbles and debris scattered across the surface. The lighting casts defined shadows, enhancing the texture of the surroundings and the contours of the snake's body. The overall tone is stark and gritty, presenting a depiction of natural decay.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    inkjet print

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Timothy and Suzanne Hyde

  • Dimensions

    image: 32.4 × 21.6 cm (12 3/4 × 8 1/2 in.)
    sheet: 48.3 × 33 cm (19 × 13 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2017.164.2.23

  • Portfolio Title

    Pomodori a Grappolo

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Timothy and Suzanne Hyde, Alexandria, VA; gift to NGA, 2017.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

on verso, signed by artist, lower center in graphite: John Gossage

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