Letter "X"

published 1953

Dirk van Gelder

Associated Names
Dirk van Gelder

Artist, Dutch, 1907 - 1990

An intricate design composed of bold, angular lines and symmetrical patterns forms an abstract image at the center of the page. The central motif resembles an 'X' shape, encapsulated by elaborate floral patterns that mirror each other on either side. Above and below this design, the words "XYLOGRAFIE" are inscribed, with the top inscription inverted.
This object’s media is not available for download. Contact us about image usage.
Not on view See artworks now on view

Artwork overview

  • Medium

    wood engraving on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Cornelius Van S. Roosevelt Collection

  • Dimensions

    image: 6 x 6 cm (2 3/8 x 2 3/8 in.)
    sheet: 19.9 x 13.9 cm (7 13/16 x 5 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1983.109.126

Associated Artworks

See all 26 artworks
The image displays an abstract composition with bold, black shapes on a white background. The main element resembles the letter 'A', blending into a larger form suggesting the structure of a tree. Within the negative space of the 'A', a simple figure appears to be standing.

Letter "A"

Gerd Arntz

1953

The image shows black letters arranged in an abstract formation on a pink background. The letters start with a large 'A' at the top, followed by a 'B', and end with a 'C' at the bottom, stacked vertically and slightly overlapping. Below this, the word "DEGRAFISCHE" is curved upwards.

Grafisch ABC

Various Artists

1953

A black rectangle encloses an abstract B-shaped figure with sharp, angular lines intersecting at various points. The design resembles a stylized capital letter "B," showcasing a blend of rigid and fluid lines.

Letter "B"

Hubert Bekman

1953

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

center in plate: DG; across bottom in plate: XYLOGRAFIE; across top in plate in reverse: XYLOGRAFIE

Wikidata ID

Q74045697

You may be interested in

Loading Results