Suite 5X I

1966

Gego

Associated Names
Gego

Artist, German, 1912 - 1994, active Venezuelan

Tamarind Institute

Publisher

The image shows intersecting lines dividing the space into irregular geometric shapes. The lines are sharp and distinct. The artwork is abstract and doesn't represent any specific objects, resembling a fractured surface or a patchwork field. The arrangement of lines and shapes may evoke a cracked window or a stained glass panel. The contrast between light and dark areas adds depth to the composition.
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Associated Artworks

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Suite 5X

Gego, Tamarind Institute

1966

The image consists of vertical lines and shapes, creating contrast between dark and light tones. A thick black horizontal band is at the top, with white brushstroke lines flowing downward. Light squiggles and straight marks intersect in the center. The lines convey a dense forest or curtain appearance, suggesting depth and movement.

Suite 5X II

Gego, Tamarind Institute

1966

The image shows bold, horizontal white brush strokes on a black canvas. These strokes are in the top portion. In the lower right corner, there are fine lines shaping a box-like form with vertical lines resembling fence bars.

Suite 5X III

Gego, Tamarind Institute

1966

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1989

  • Devon, Marjorie, and Peter Walch. Catalogue Raisonné: Tamarind Lithography Workshop, Inc., 1960-1970. Albuquerque: University of New Mexico Art Museum, 1989, no. 1896.

Inscriptions

on recto in graphite: TAM IMP Gego 66

Markings

IS: Tamarind (T.1), Sanchez (T.40)

Wikidata ID

Q74042104

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