Comet

Artist Vija Celmins b. 1938

Date1992

MediumLinocut print

Dimensions20 1/2 x 22 3/4 in. (52.1 x 57.8 cm)

Classificationsprint

Credit LineGift of Gus Foster

Object number2013.0226.0000

DescriptionA balance between abstraction and photo-realism the woodcut print is of a star field composed of white round dots in various sizes. It is meticulously executed against a black background. Visible at the left mid section the white horizontal line of a comet passes. Characteristic of Celmin’s work, there is no reference point: no horizon, depth of field, edge or landmarks. The location, constellation, or scientific is unknown - there is no information imparted.

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