Tropic of Cancer

1949

Stanley William Hayter

Associated Names
Stanley William Hayter

Artist, British, 1901 - 1988

The image features a complex arrangement of curving and intersecting lines creating an abstract composition. The lines swirl around the canvas, forming shapes that resemble flowing fabric, tree branches, and ballet dancer's limbs. Some angles highlight geometric forms. The artwork's abstract nature allows for varied interpretations, suggesting elements like a delicate machine or wind currents.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving and softground etching in black on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mrs. Robert A. Hauslohner

  • Dimensions

    plate: 54.1 x 70.1 cm (21 5/16 x 27 5/8 in.)
    sheet: 66 x 82.3 cm (26 x 32 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1991.116.48

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Black and Moorhead 1992, no. 190, i/iv

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1992

  • Black, Peter, and Désirée Moorhead. The Prints of Stanley William Hayter: A Complete Catalogue. Mount Kisco, New York: Moyer Bell Limited, 1992, no. 190, i/iv.

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Etat I 2/3; lower center in graphite: Tropic of Cancer; lower right in graphite: SW Hayter 1.6.49

Wikidata ID

Q74891895

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