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I Lifted the Lid on the Black Enameled Box...

1985

Aaron Fink

Associated Names

Aaron Fink

Artist, American, born 1955

The image shows a large, black rectangular box at the bottom center, with an oversized depiction of an ear above it. The color palette consists of black, white, and gray tones.

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Artwork overview

Medium

etching and aquatint on Arches paper
Credit Line

Gift of Aaron Fink and Paul Genega, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art
Dimensions

plate: 41.2 x 30.8 cm (16 1/4 x 12 1/8 in.)
sheet: 60.6 x 45.4 cm (23 7/8 x 17 7/8 in.)
Accession Number

1991.162.7
Series Title

Perhaps [1991.162.1-7]

This image features bold black lines and irregular shapes on a mostly white background. The abstract form has a fragmented, organic landscape appearance, with a stark black vertical band running along the right edge. — Safe Places

Aaron Fink

1985

The image shows a dark gray rectangle with the word "PERHAPS" centrally aligned in bold, black letters. — Perhaps

Aaron Fink, Paul Genega

1985

The image contains three head-and-shoulders portraits of individuals in succession from top to bottom. The individuals have varying facial features and hair. The top person looks serious and contemplative with short, curly hair. The middle person's face is less distinct. The bottom person's face is more vivid with short hair and strong features. All figures are in black and white with heavy contrast. The background shows an abstract, dark-toned landscape with a castle-like structure at the top, creating a mysterious atmosphere. There are no visible clothing or objects held by the figures. — Perhaps a Castle

Aaron Fink

1985

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

across bottom in graphite: 29/35 I Lifted the Lid in the Black Enameled Box... Aaron Fink '85

Wikidata ID

Q74894564

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