A Seeing, New York

probably 1921/1928

John Marin

Associated Names
John Marin

Artist, American, 1870 - 1953

The image contains intersecting lines and geometric shapes scattered throughout the space, creating an abstract arrangement. There are elements resembling ladders and chairs, alongside splotches of blue. The backdrop features soft washes of orange and beige tones, reminiscent of a mountainous landscape, adding depth to the artwork. Each element appears to float independently, contributing to the overall sense of an abstract assembly where everyday objects emerge from familiar forms but do not settle into a definitive narrative.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and charcoal on strathmore drawing board

  • Credit Line

    Gift of John Marin, Jr.

  • Dimensions

    overall: 21.4 x 17.7 cm (8 7/16 x 6 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1986.54.25

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Reich 1970, 25.1

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Reich, Sheldon. John Marin: A Stylistic Analysis and Catalogue Raisonné. Tucson: University of Arizona Press, 1970, no. 25.1.

Inscriptions

lower right in charcoal: Marin

Markings

Embossed stamp, lR //STRATHMORE DRAWING BOARD

Wikidata ID

Q64582779

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