Joyce Treiman

Untitled
1961

Not on view

Date
1961

Classification
Prints

Medium
Lithograph

Dimensions
Sheet: 20 1/8 × 15in. (51.1 × 38.1 cm) Image: 20 × 15in. (50.8 × 38.1 cm)

Accession number
2000.280.13

Edition
10/20 | AP, 4 TPs, 9 Tamarind impressions, Slate proofs

Publication
Printed and published by Tamarind Lithography Workshop, Inc.; published by Joyce Treiman

Credit line
Whitney Museum of American Art, New York; gift of Donald M. Treiman

Rights and reproductions
© artist or artist’s estate

API
artworks/23645

Part of a series:
The Mirrored Couple
15 works

Abstract black ink artwork on a beige paper featuring expressive brush strokes and splatters, with handwritten text interspersed throughout the composition. The text appears to be in English and is part of the visual aesthetic, contributing to the overall chaotic and dynamic feel of the piece. The artist's signature is visible at the bottom left.
This image features an artwork with a central black ink figure resembling a distressed or contorted human face and upper torso. Surrounding the figure are splatters and drips of red ink. Below the figure, there is handwritten text in black ink, which appears to be a quote from Blaise Pascal's "Pensées," along with a reference to the specific section of the text. The background is an off-white paper, and the artwork is signed at the bottom by the artist.
A piece of artwork featuring expressive, black brushstroke lettering on a cream-colored background. The text reads "The Mirrored Couple by Joyce Treiman Los Angeles..." with the artist's signature at the bottom right. The writing style is loose and artistic, with some letters and words overlapping or merging.
A black and white expressionist-style print depicting a chaotic scene with several figures. Some figures appear in the foreground with indistinct features, while two more defined characters stand in a doorway or opening, bathed in light. The artwork is rich in contrast and texture, conveying a sense of movement and intensity. The artist's signature is visible in the lower right corner.
A monochromatic abstract artwork featuring two silhouetted figures in profile against a backdrop of expressive brushstrokes. Below the figures is a circular motif with a detailed illustration of two additional figures, surrounded by dynamic, dark ink smudges and lines.
A black and white ink drawing depicting an abstract and expressive scene with various forms and textures. The artwork features bold brush strokes and splatters, creating a dynamic and somewhat chaotic composition. There are elements that suggest figures or faces, but they are heavily stylized and open to interpretation. The artist's signature is visible at the bottom right corner.
This is an abstract black and white ink drawing featuring a chaotic composition with dynamic brush strokes. The image contains figures that appear to be in motion, with some elements resembling human faces and bodies amidst swirls and splatters. The artwork conveys a sense of energy and turmoil.
A black and white expressionist print depicting two seated figures with exaggerated and distorted features, surrounded by dark, swirling lines that suggest movement or chaos. The figure on the left appears to be looking towards the viewer with a grimace, while the figure on the right is turned away, looking off to the side. The artwork is signed at the bottom.
An abstract black and white inkblot artwork depicting a figure that appears to be dancing or in motion, with elongated limbs and a dynamic pose. The image is signed and numbered by the artist in the lower left corner.
A monochromatic artwork featuring a stylized figure with its back turned, framed within an oval shape. The figure appears to be gazing at a landscape with abstract elements, including a hand and a face within the frame. The image is rendered in red lines on a pale background, and there is a signature at the bottom right corner.



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