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Picnic on the Beach

1962

Stefano Cusumano

Associated Names

Stefano Cusumano

Artist, American, 1912 - 1975

The image contains curving, intertwining lines and shapes forming an abstract composition. The lines suggest undulating forms resembling reclining human figures, with round and smooth shapes possibly resembling limbs or bodies draped together. Some elements hint at familiar objects like fruit-like shapes, which can be connected to still life motifs. The abstract drawing invites viewers to see familiar elements in an unfamiliar arrangement.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite on wove paper
Credit Line

Gift of The Ford Foundation
Dimensions

overall: 58.2 x 80.2 cm (22 15/16 x 31 9/16 in.)
Accession Number

1963.2.1

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right: S. Cusumano / 62

Wikidata ID

Q64632724

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