Laird-God-Army

1969

Samuel Calman Maitin

Associated Names
Samuel Calman Maitin

Artist, American, 1928 - 2004

Tamarind Institute

Publisher

The image depicts a dynamic composition of irregular shapes and fluid lines intersecting and overlapping. Bold, black strokes twist and curve throughout the piece, creating abstract forms. Some shapes resemble a face or a human figure, while others resemble waves or lightning. Concentric circles suggest eyes or camera lenses. Handwritten words and texts are scattered around the artwork. The piece is primarily monochrome, and its intricate details evoke connections to familiar objects like masks and abstract portraits.
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Artwork overview


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. 2604.

Inscriptions

center left in plate: [13-line inscription]; lower right in graphite: Samuel Maitin / Tamarind Impression; lower left verso in graphite: 2604; lower center verso in graphite: old BFK

Markings

BS: Tamarind (T.1), Milant (T.59)

Wikidata ID

Q74047535

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