Tortured Ones from Charenton

1965, published 1966

José Luis Cuevas

Associated Names
José Luis Cuevas

Artist, Mexican, 1934 - 2017

Tamarind Institute

Printer

Tamarind Institute

Publisher

This is a drawing of six abstract figures. The image comprises six individual squares, each with a unique subject. 1. The first drawing on the top left shows an abstract shape resembling a face with dark ink blots and a helmet-like structure inscribed with "EL ESPAÑOLETO" and dated "14-XII-65." 2. The second drawing displays a creature with a pronounced beak and twisted shapes on its head, marked as "PANTERA PARL BUDELLUTO" with the same date. 3. The third drawing features a face profile with smooth silhouette and faded dark patches captioned "Luzitine" with a different date. 4. The fourth drawing (bottom left) presents a vertical elongation resembling a shrouded figure or bag with circular elements for eyes and a mouth, inscribed "Sake a la Crète." 5. The fifth drawing depicts a more defined figure profile wearing headgear that resembles a protective helmet with intricate textures. 6. The sixth drawing shows a rounded form labeled "SELF-PORTRAIT" with suggestive details.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    one from a portfolio of 15 lithographs (including title page, table of contents, and colophon) on Nacre paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith

  • Dimensions

    image: 45.6 x 74.9 cm (17 15/16 x 29 1/2 in.)
    sheet: 57.1 x 76.8 cm (22 1/2 x 30 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1983.18.434.7

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Tamarind 1614

  • Series Title

    Charenton

Associated Artworks

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This is a drawing of a poster promoting an art collection. The poster features the text "CUEVAS: CHARENTON" at the top, with "TWELVE LITHOGRAPHS" at the bottom. The central illustration depicts a detailed figure with a round face, surrounded by abstract or non-representational forms. The lettering and sepia tones enhance the artistic quality of the design.

Title page from Charenton

José Luis Cuevas, Tamarind Institute, Tamarind Institute

1965

This is a photograph of a text-based cover design. The image displays the text "CUEVAS CHARENTON" in black, bold, serif typeface against a textured orange background. The text is divided into two lines, with "CUEVAS" on the top line and "CHARENTON" beneath it. The layout is simple, with the sharp contrast between the black text and the warm orange background drawing the viewer's attention to the text. The words are evenly spaced and centered within the frame. In the upper right corner, there is an element resembling a strap or band.

Charenton

José Luis Cuevas, Tamarind Institute, Tamarind Institute

1965

This is a drawing of a handwritten list with abstract doodles. The list contains twelve items, each with a title written in an expressive script. It includes items named "Justine and the Marquis de Sade," "Ghosts of the Asylum," and "Worm Pit," among others. Below the list is a small, abstract line drawing. The surface of the paper has a textured appearance, suggesting it may be handmade or artist's paper.

Table of contents from Charenton

José Luis Cuevas, Tamarind Institute, Tamarind Institute

1966

Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

2024

  • The Anxious Eye: German Expressionism and Its Legacy, National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC, 2024.

Bibliography

1989

  • Devon, Marjorie, and Peter Walch. Catalogue Raisonné: Tamarind Lithography Workshop, Inc., 1960-1970. Albuquerque: University of New Mexico Art Museum, 1989, no. 1614.

Inscriptions

across bottom in graphite: Tam. Imp. / (signed and dated)

Markings

BS: Tamarind (T.1), Smith (T.41)

Wikidata ID

Q74041658

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