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6th and Constitution Ave NW
Washington, DC 20565

Sculpture Garden Extended Hours

Open late until 8:00 p.m. on select nights
Through September 5
Exhibitions & Events
America’s 250th

Celebrating American art and artists
Art & Artists
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Artists Reimagining the Collection
Meet the 50 makers selected from more than 1,600 submissions

Abigail Davis 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 contains abstract shapes within a semicircular form. In the center is a large oval shape resembling a face with two circular eyes, a straight line for a nose, and a small horizontal line suggesting a mouth. Surrounding the central figure are spirals and star-like patterns resembling snail shells and stylized starfish. The design combines organic forms and geometric patterns.

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Artwork overview

Medium

one from a portfolio of 14 stone rubbings
Credit Line

Rosenwald Collection
Accession Number

1968.24.63.7
Series Title

A Portfolio of Rubbings from Early American Stone Sculpture

This is a drawing of an angel holding a scythe with the phrase "Arise ye dead". The image is semicircular in composition with the angel figure on the right. The scythe curves across the center of the piece. The angel's head is detailed with concentric semi-circles forming a halo and feathers, and the phrase "Arise ye dead" is depicted below the angel. The artwork uses a limited palette mainly of sepia tones to convey an antique appearance. — Thomas Nichols from A Portfolio of Rubbings from Early American Stone Sculpture

Ann Parker, Avon Neal

1963

This is a photograph of a book cover. The cover is textured and made of a linen-like material in a beige or light brown color. In the center, there is a rectangular label with text. The text on the label is in serif fonts and arranged formally. It reads "A Portfolio of Rubbings" and "from Early American Stone Sculpture found in the Burying Grounds of New England by Ann Parker & Avon Neal." The title is in black ink, and the authors' names are in red ink against a cream background. The design suggests a scholarly or archival nature, potentially relating to historical or artistic content. — A Portfolio of Rubbings from Early American Sculpture...

Ann Parker, Avon Neal

1963

This is a drawing of a winged skull with crossed bones above it. The composition features a central skull with wings extending from either side. The skull has round eyes and a small nose, with a rounded dome shape for the head. Above the skull, two crossed bones are depicted. The lines and designs are simplistic and symmetrical, emphasizing the stark contrast created by the monochromatic color scheme. The design is framed within a semi-circular arch, which highlights the symmetry and pattern of the wings. The image conveys a sense of antiquity and symbolic representation related to historical or folk art themes. — Elizabeth Tillson from A Portfolio of Rubbings from Early American Stone Sculpture

Ann Parker, Avon Neal

1963

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q65506921

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