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Epitaph to Beuys

1991

Frank Stella

Associated Names

Frank Stella

Artist, American, 1936 - 2024

Tyler Graphics Ltd.

Publisher

Tyler Graphics Ltd.

Printer

The image displays thin vertical lines framing a central horizontal rectangle filled with abstract patterns. Inside the rectangle is an irregular white shape with scribbles, surrounded by a mix of dark and light patches resembling branches or waves. The composition is abstract with a detailed linear border, creating a contrast between order and chaos.

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Artwork overview

Medium

etching and aquatint on wove paper
Credit Line

Gift of Neal T. Turtell and Thomas G. Klarner
Dimensions

sheet: 149.86 × 198.12 cm (59 × 78 in.)
Accession Number

2022.35.70

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Neal T. Turtell and Thomas G. Klarner

Associated Names

Turtell, Neal, Mr.

Inscriptions

lower left in white pencil: 3/9 F. Stella '91; lower left verso in graphite by unknown hand: FS90-1050

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