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A Portfolio of Rubbings from Early American Sculpture...

1963

Ann Parker and Avon Neal

Associated Names

Ann Parker

Artist, American, born 1934

Avon Neal

Artist, American, 1922 - 2003

The image shows the cover of a portfolio labeled "A Portfolio of Rubbings from Early American Stone Sculpture, found in the Burying Grounds of New England." The cover includes text in black and red lettering, with the red emphasizing "Early American Stone Sculpture." The design is simple and classic, with a neutral tan or taupe fabric serving as the background. The authors' names—Ann Parker and Avon Neal—are displayed prominently. The layout suggests an archival or historical content related to stone sculptures from early America.

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Artwork overview

Medium

portfolio of fourteen stone rubbings (including title page, introduction, and table of contents)
Credit Line

Rosenwald Collection
Accession Number

1968.24.49.1-14

The image depicts two stylized figures from the chest upwards, positioned side by side. Their faces have exaggerated features, such as large, almond-shaped eyes and prominent noses. Both figures wear intricately patterned, cone-shaped headgear. Their clothing is adorned with a repetitive diamond pattern. There are no visible accessories or objects. The background consists of a semi-circular brown area framing the figures against a stark white space, which covers most of the image. — The Bellows Infants from A Portfolio of Rubbings from Early American Stone Sculpture

Ann Parker, Avon Neal

1963

The image displays a horizontal oval with linear and curvilinear shapes forming an abstract representation of a reclining skeleton. The skeleton gives the impression of being fossilized and encased in stone or sediment, emphasizing the abstract quality of the image. — William Sinclair from A Portfolio of Rubbings from Early American Stone Sculpture

Ann Parker, Avon Neal

1963

This is a drawing of a sun with a face and celestial motifs. The central figure is a stylized sun with a face, featuring wide eyes and a distinctive outline encircled by rays that extend outward. Surrounding this sun figure are several smaller, circular faces that appear to represent other celestial entities or heavenly bodies. The drawing is executed in a monochromatic palette, seemingly using a type of ink or printmaking technique to give it an antiquated and earthy appearance. The semi-circular composition suggests a traditional or folkloric thematic design. The artwork exudes a sense of mysticism and cosmic symbolism. — Sarah Allen from A Portfolio of Rubbings from Early American Stone Sculpture

Ann Parker, Avon Neal

1963

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