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Drawing for "Surprising Novel: Chapter Four"

1987/1989

Sandro Chia

Associated Names

Sandro Chia

Artist, Italian, born 1946

Graphicstudio

Publisher

The image shows bold, curved lines and angular shapes intertwining across the canvas, creating an abstract composition. The central figure has exaggerated limbs and contour lines, while two other forms with facial outlines are nearby. The background features swirling lines and shapes that bring to mind flowing water or waves, with jagged elements suggesting flames or energy bursts at the bottom.

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Artwork overview

Medium

black felt-tip marker, pen and black ink, and graphite on plastic film
Credit Line

Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida and the Artist
Dimensions

sheet: 67.2 x 52.2 cm (26 7/16 x 20 9/16 in.)
Accession Number

1991.75.71

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1959

drawing related to USF 1083.

Wikidata ID

Q64630505

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