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Study for Albatross

1964

Henry C. Pearson

Associated Names

Henry C. Pearson

Artist, American, 1914 - 2006

Tamarind Institute

Publisher

The image shows concentric, wavy black lines forming an abstract circular shape. The lines vary in thickness and distance, creating an illusion of depth and movement within the circle. The pattern resembles natural contours and ridges, similar to those seen on a topographical map or a fingerprint.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph (zinc) in black on white Arches paper
Credit Line

Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith
Dimensions

sheet: 26.8 x 33.2 cm (10 9/16 x 13 1/16 in.)
Accession Number

1984.34.557

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. 1055A.

Inscriptions

across bottom in graphite: Tamarind Impression / Henry Pearson '64; center verso in graphite: 1055A

Markings

IS: Tamarind (T.1); BS: Dowell (T.11)

Wikidata ID

Q74062827

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