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Sea with Sailing Vessel

John Marin

Associated Names

John Marin

Artist, American, 1870 - 1953

The image displays intersecting and overlapping lines and shapes that create an abstract composition. The lines are jagged and angular, resembling fragmented shards or rough triangular peaks. Clusters of scribbles and loops curl and swirl throughout the canvas, suggesting chaotic movement. The abstract forms may evoke mountain ranges or scattered debris.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite on cellulose acetate
Credit Line

Gift of Norma B. Marin
Dimensions

overall (approximate): 29 x 41.6 cm (11 7/16 x 16 3/8 in.)
Accession Number

1991.49.24
Catalogue Raisonné

Reich 1970, undescribed

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64583544

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