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Portrait

1956

Yvonne Thomas

Associated Names

Yvonne Thomas

Painter, American, born France, 1913 - 2009

The painting features swirling, curving shapes and broad brushstrokes creating intersecting lines. It is abstract with no clear forms, though some areas might suggest familiar objects like a distorted landscape with earthy tones or natural elements. Patches of orange and red evoke a fiery sunset, while dark brown strokes hint at trees or a pathway. The composition shows a chaotic yet harmonious mix of colors and forms.

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Artwork overview

Medium

oil on linen
Credit Line

Gift of the Estate of Yvonne Thomas
Dimensions

overall: 96.52 × 114.3 cm (38 × 45 in.)
Accession Number

2020.22.1

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

The artist [1913-2009]; her estate; gift 2020 to NGA.

Associated Names

Thomas, Yvonne

Inscriptions

upper right: Y.Thomas; upper right reverse: Yvonne Thomas / 1956 / "Portrait" / oil on linen

Wikidata ID

Q108686902

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