When I Was Young

1951

Enrico Baj

Associated Names
Enrico Baj

Artist, Italian, 1924 - 2003

The image features an abstract humanoid figure composed of various shapes and lines. The body is made of a textured material resembling felt, with a thick black line down the center. The background consists of repeating mustard yellow and cream swirls. Floral appliqués and circular objects are dispersed on the body, suggesting facial features. An arm extends upward as if holding a decorative bag. A coiled rope is draped above the figure, contributing to the whimsical composition.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    collage on tapestry

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Burton Tremaine

  • Dimensions

    overall: 145.7 × 97.1 cm (57 3/8 × 38 1/4 in.)
    framed: 147.3 × 98.1 cm (58 × 38 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.13.2

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Galleria Schwarz, Milan); sold 1961 to Burton G. [1902-1991] and Emily Hall [1908-1987] Tremaine, Madison, Connecticut; gift 1969 to NGA.

Associated Names

Exhibition History

2009

  • Extended loan for use by Secretary Arne Duncan, U.S. Department of Education, Washington, D.C., 2009-2012.

Bibliography

1975

  • European Paintings: An Illustrated Summary Catalogue. National Gallery of Art, Washington, 1975: 16, repro.

1985

  • European Paintings: An Illustrated Catalogue. National Gallery of Art, Washington, 1985: 35, repro.

Inscriptions

lower left: baj; on stretcher: QUANDO ERO GIOVANE

Wikidata ID

Q20194484

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