Untitled from Mirrored Couple

1961

Joyce Wahl Treiman

Associated Names
Joyce Wahl Treiman

Artist, American, 1922 - 1991

The image depicts bold black and white shapes and lines creating an abstract composition with intricate details. The forms overlap and intertwine, with distinct outlines suggesting familiar objects like a reclining figure and a face with pronounced features. This abstract artwork merges elements that resemble human-like figures amidst a chaotic background of various shapes and textures.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    one from a portfolio of 15 lithographs and 1 first state impression on Nacre paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 51.4 x 38.7 cm (20 1/4 x 15 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1964.8.2563.10

  • Series Title

    Mirrored Couple: no.10 [1964.8.2563-2578]

Associated Artworks

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This is a drawing of stylized text. The drawing features a title that reads "The Mirrored Couple" followed by the name "by Joyce Treiman." The text is written in a loose, expressive script that combines both cursive and abstract scribblings, giving it an artistic flair. Below this, "Los Angeles." is also inscribed in a dynamic and fluid style. The background is a light, textured surface which contrasts with the bold black strokes of the writing, presenting an engaging visual composition.

Title Page from Mirrored Couple

Joyce Wahl Treiman

1961

The image shows a rectangle filled with a deep red color.

Mirrored Couple

Joyce Wahl Treiman

1961

The image displays the upper half of a person in a black abstract style. The person's head, shoulders, and chest are visible as they sit with slightly hunched shoulders. The facial features are roughly sketched, showing a partially open mouth, closed or obscured eyes, and bald or short hair. The clothing is not clear, mainly in black without distinct fabric outlines. Red and black splatters surround the figure, adding dynamism. Below the person, there is handwritten text quoting Blaise Pascal. The background is a light gray-beige, textured surface.

Quotation Page from Mirrored Couple

Joyce Wahl Treiman

1961

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q65510523

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