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Joseph and His Brothers XVII

1966

Peter Lipman-Wulf

Associated Names

Peter Lipman-Wulf

Artist, American, born 1905

This is a drawing featuring two abstract figures on the left side. The primary figure is cloaked with a detailed face and specific hand gestures. Behind them, a secondary figure is partially visible with hand gestures suggesting contemplation or prayer. Yellow and white abstract shapes provide contrast and dynamism. On the right, there is a block of text discussing themes of family, inquiry, and emotion. The text mentions a character named Joseph, family dynamics, and psychological themes like anxiety and speculation, creating a sense of narrative tension and introspection.

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Artwork overview

Medium

engraving in green and yellow
Credit Line

Rosenwald Collection
Dimensions

folded: 44.2 × 53.7 cm (17 3/8 × 21 1/8 in.)
unfolded: 44.2 × 106.5 cm (17 3/8 × 41 15/16 in.)
Accession Number

1968.24.34
Series Title

The Ring of Dreams: Joseph andHis Brothers [1968.24.16-38]

This is a photograph of a book cover. The cover features a round, metallic or engraved element in its center, set against a textured deep red background. The metallic element contains the text: "JOSEPH AND HIS BROTHERS TEXT AND ENGRAVINGS BY PETER LIPMAN-WULF". The engraving is circular and appears to have abstract polygonal designs around its perimeter. — Cover Plate

Peter Lipman-Wulf

1966

The Ring of Dreams: Joseph and His Brothers

Peter Lipman-Wulf

1966

This is a photograph of a circular design displaying text. The top reads "THE RING OF DREAMS", the central text states "JOSEPH AND HIS BROTHERS," followed by "TEXT AND ENGRAVINGS BY PETER LIPMAN WULF". The bottom text indicates "ADELPHI UNIVERSITY GARDEN CITY NEW YORK". The circle background has textured cut-out patterns in a greenish hue. — Title Page

Peter Lipman-Wulf

1966

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q65511518

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