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Sandro Chia

Italian, born 1946

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The image depicts a stylized full-body portrait of a person. The individual is seated with a twisted torso, facing sideways. Their facial features are simplified with a straight nose, closed lips, and short hair. The person wears a high-necked top and layered skirt, all in shades of gray with black outlines. The background includes abstract shapes and designs, with curves and lines that suggest foliage, set against a white backdrop. The artwork is rendered in a modernist style.
Sandro Chia, Graphicstudio, Untitled, c. 1987/1989, black felt-tip marker and pen and black ink on plastic film, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida and the Artist, 1991.75.66

Untitled

Sandro Chia, Graphicstudio · c. 1987/1989 · black felt-tip marker and pen and black ink on plastic film ·  Accession ID  1991.75.66

The image displays a series of bold, winding lines and shapes that interlock to form an abstract composition. The shapes suggest human figures, resembling a family group with smaller forms at the center resembling children being held by larger figures. The color palette includes vibrant blues, reds, yellows, and greens, with each section bordered by thick, black lines, creating a stained-glass window effect. The arrangement of shapes and colors evoke familiar scenes, akin to parents cradling their children.
Sandro Chia, Graphicstudio, Surprising Novel: Chapter Seven, 1987/1989, color heliorelief woodcut with painted additions in acrylic on Rives BFK White paper, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida and the Artist, 1991.75.64

Surprising Novel: Chapter Seven

Sandro Chia, Graphicstudio · 1987/1989 · color heliorelief woodcut with painted additions in acrylic on Rives BFK White paper ·  Accession ID  1991.75.64

This abstract image consists of curving lines and rounded shapes forming a series of overlapping figures. The figures are washed in soft blues, oranges, and pinks, surrounded by broad, sweeping strokes that convey movement. At the top, text reads "OF WHEN HE WAS BORN AND DID NEVER RETURN." The figures feature simplified human elements like faces, arms, and torsos. The use of color and form suggests scenes resembling a family or a gathering. The positions and expressions of the figures convey a sense of interaction and close relationships.
Sandro Chia, Graphicstudio, Surprising Novel: Chapter One, 1987/1989, color heliorelief woodcut with painted additions in acrylic on Rives BFK White paper, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida and the Artist, 1991.75.58

Surprising Novel: Chapter One

Sandro Chia, Graphicstudio · 1987/1989 · color heliorelief woodcut with painted additions in acrylic on Rives BFK White paper ·  Accession ID  1991.75.58

The image displays fluid lines and curving shapes that intertwine to create an abstract composition. The forms may resemble human figures, a curved path, and wavy lines in the background.
Sandro Chia, Graphicstudio, Drawing for "Surprising Novel: Chapter Seven", 1987/1989, black felt-tip marker and graphite on plastic film, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida and the Artist, 1991.75.73

Drawing for "Surprising Novel: Chapter Seven"

Sandro Chia, Graphicstudio · 1987/1989 · black felt-tip marker and graphite on plastic film ·  Accession ID  1991.75.73

The image displays a complex arrangement of curved and angular lines forming an intricate pattern of overlapping shapes. The abstract depiction showcases figures intertwined with bold ribbons and geometric patterns. Some elements resemble human forms, faces, fabric, or waves. The vibrant palette of oranges, blues, and reds enhances the energy and movement in the composition.
Sandro Chia, Graphicstudio, Surprising Novel: Chapter Four, 1987/1989, color heliorelief woodcut with painted additions in acrylic on Rives BFK White paper, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida and the Artist, 1991.75.61

Surprising Novel: Chapter Four

Sandro Chia, Graphicstudio · 1987/1989 · color heliorelief woodcut with painted additions in acrylic on Rives BFK White paper ·  Accession ID  1991.75.61

The image features bold shapes and flowing lines merging into an abstract composition. One prominent reclining shape on the right and a smaller upright figure in the foreground are depicted. Vibrant colors like orange, green, and pink are used, alongside a textured background that resembles a starry night sky or a woven textile.
Sandro Chia, Patrick Foy, Greg Burnet, Graphicstudio, Father and Son Song, 1987, color heliorelief and woodcut on T. H. Saunders wove paper, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida and the Artist, 1991.75.65

Father and Son Song

Sandro Chia, Patrick Foy, Greg Burnet, Graphicstudio · 1987 · color heliorelief and woodcut on T. H. Saunders wove paper ·  Accession ID  1991.75.65

The image shows swirling, elongated shapes and lines creating an abstract composition, where forms resembling elongated flower petals emerge from a large vase-like structure. The petals display faces with expressions, reminiscent of human profiles. The background is filled with colorful dots, enhancing the abstract nature of the piece, resembling a decorative pattern or confetti. The combination of these elements gives the impression of a fantastical bouquet, with the faces hinting at a conversation between the abstract blossoms.
Sandro Chia, Graphicstudio, Flowers Fight, 1987/1989, basswood heliorelief, acrylic paint, gum plywood, and gold leaf, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida and the Artist, 1989.90.1

Flowers Fight

Sandro Chia, Graphicstudio · 1987/1989 · basswood heliorelief, acrylic paint, gum plywood, and gold leaf ·  Accession ID  1989.90.1

The image displays an arrangement of organic shapes and fluid lines that interconnect to create an abstract composition. The shapes form figures with distinct outlines that intertwine, resembling a cluster of overlapping human forms. Bold colors such as orange, pink, red, and green stand out against a vibrant blue background, enhancing the abstract design. The forms suggest a group of people engaged in a gathering, hinting at connections and interaction amidst the abstraction.
Sandro Chia, Graphicstudio, Surprising Novel: Chapter Five, 1987/1989, color heliorelief woodcut with painted additions in acrylic on Rives BFK White paper, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida and the Artist, 1991.75.62

Surprising Novel: Chapter Five

Sandro Chia, Graphicstudio · 1987/1989 · color heliorelief woodcut with painted additions in acrylic on Rives BFK White paper ·  Accession ID  1991.75.62

The image features a collection of curved and jagged lines forming an abstract design within a rectangular frame. The shapes create the suggestion of two figures with human-like features sitting adjacent to each other. One figure appears to rest a hand on its cheek, while the other figure holds a similar pose. An abstract shape resembling a thought bubble or a mountain is present on one side. The artwork includes cross-hatching and flowing outlines to add texture and depth.
Sandro Chia, Graphicstudio, Drawing for "Surprising Novel: Chapter Two", 1987/1989, black felt-tip marker and graphite on plastic film, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida and the Artist, 1991.75.69

Drawing for "Surprising Novel: Chapter Two"

Sandro Chia, Graphicstudio · 1987/1989 · black felt-tip marker and graphite on plastic film ·  Accession ID  1991.75.69

The image contains colorful and interwoven shapes and lines with varying edges and curving outlines. Some shapes resemble resting human figures in red-orange and pink hues. Other elements depict a hillside or landscape in green, orange, and red hues against a deep blue background. Black-and-white swirls are present between the figures.
Sandro Chia, Graphicstudio, Father and Son Song, 1987/1989, heliorelief and woodcut on hot-pressed T.H. Saunders paper, with painted oak and gum plywood frame and assemblage, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida and the Artist in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1990.72.1

Father and Son Song

Sandro Chia, Graphicstudio · 1987/1989 · heliorelief and woodcut on hot-pressed T.H. Saunders paper, with painted oak and gum plywood frame and assemblage ·  Accession ID  1990.72.1