Studio, Kopf und Füße (Studio, Head and Feet)

1987

Matthias Mansen

Associated Names
Matthias Mansen

Artist, German, born 1958

Matthias Mansen

Printer, German, born 1958

Matthias Mansen

Publisher, German, born 1958

The image shows an abstract composition with layered horizontal bands and irregular shapes. At the top, there is a cluster of white and black forms creating a mosaic-like pattern. Below, darker bands and blocks of color in blue, green, pink, and brown intersect with this pattern. The lower section consists of deep reddish-brown tones with darker overlays resembling tree trunks. The overall abstract design blends natural elements with geometric abstraction.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    color woodcut on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Bell

  • Dimensions

    sheet (irregular): 203.2 × 54.29 cm (80 × 21 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2000.106.11

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Bell, Cambridge, MA; gift to NGA, 2000

Associated Names

Exhibition History

2017

  • Matthias Mansen: Configurations, National Gallery of Art, Washington, 2017 - 2018, unnumbered catalogue.

Wikidata ID

Q75403882

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