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Skyhawk, No.I

1965

Benton Murdoch Spruance

Associated Names

Benton Spruance

Artist, American, 1904 - 1967

The image features swirling, curved shapes blending into an abstract composition. Some shapes resemble wings and talons, giving the impression of a bird-like creature intertwined with ribbon-like forms. The textures are reminiscent of feathers, and the positioning suggests movement. The play of light and shadow adds depth to the piece.

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Artwork overview

Medium

monotype (Formica) in gray
Credit Line

Rosenwald Collection
Accession Number

1980.45.1377
Catalogue Raisonné

Fine/Looney 1986, no. 553

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1986

Fine, Ruth and Robert F. Looney. The Prints of Benton Murdoch Spruance. Philadelphia: University of Philadelphia Press, 1986.

Wikidata ID

Q65566212

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