Martha Clark from A Portfolio of Rubbings from Early American Stone Sculpture

1963

Ann Parker and Avon Neal

Associated Names
Ann Parker

Artist, American, born 1934

Avon Neal

Artist, American, 1922 - 2003

The image displays semicircular shapes with swirling lines forming an abstract design. A face with large, almond-shaped eyes emerges at the center, resembling a stylized sun or a tree with swirling branches. The swirling patterns connect the face to its surroundings, resembling tendrils or curls of hair. The textured background resembles stone or moss, enhancing the abstract nature with hints of an ancient or mystical artifact.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    one from a portfolio of 14 stone rubbings

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1968.24.49.9

  • Series Title

    A Portfolio of Rubbings from Early American Stone Sculpture

Associated Artworks

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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 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 The layout suggests an archival or historical content related to stone sculptures from early America.

A Portfolio of Rubbings from Early American 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

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q65506900

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