william cordova

Banks (Denise's smoke signals)
2007–2008

Collage of a satellite dish against a black background with gold flecks, suggesting a starry night sky.
Collage of a satellite dish against a black background with gold flecks, suggesting a starry night sky.

Not on view

Date
2007–2008

Classification
Drawings

Medium
Collage, debris, acrylic, graphite pencil, gel pen, ballpoint pen, and gold leaf on collaged paper mounted on reclaimed paper

Dimensions
Sheet (Irregular): 12 7/8 × 17 11/16in. (32.7 × 44.9 cm) Mount (paper): 16 × 20 × 1/16in. (40.6 × 50.8 × 0.2 cm)

Accession number
2008.244.1

Credit line
Whitney Museum of American Art, New York; purchase, with funds from the Drawing Committee

Rights and reproductions
© William Cordova

API
artworks/34643

Part of a series:

Laberintos (Labyrinths)

12 works

A textured collage featuring a predominantly gold and brown color scheme with various pieces of paper and materials layered to create an abstract composition. On the right side, there are several circular and square elements with patterns and colors that contrast with the gold background, including a checkered pattern and what appears to be hand-drawn designs on the circular pieces.
Collage of a satellite dish against a black background with gold flecks, suggesting a starry night sky.
A collage featuring a central image of a wooden crate with various colors and markings on a background of tattered and stained paper with abstract scribbles and doodles in multiple colors. The paper appears aged and worn, with tears and creases, and some areas are layered or folded over.
A collage of various materials and textures with handwritten notes, printed text, and black-and-white photographs. The composition includes layers of paper, fabric, and paint, with visible creases, tears, and areas of wear. The imagery and text appear to be a mix of personal mementos and artistic expressions, creating an abstract and fragmented visual narrative.
A collage of various buttons and small objects scattered across a yellowed paper background. The buttons come in different sizes, colors, and designs, with some resembling car wheels, and others more decorative. There are also a few non-button items mixed in, such as a blue plastic buckle on the left side. The overall impression is of a chaotic yet intriguing assortment of sewing materials and miscellaneous small items.
An abstract artwork on a beige paper background featuring scattered white paint splatters, pencil scribbles, and small, colorful paper or fabric pieces. On the right side, a cluster of what appears to be pencil or crayon stubs is arranged in a tight, vertical bundle with their tips pointing towards the center of the paper.
A mixed media artwork featuring a collage of various materials, predominantly in black, on a beige background. The composition includes shattered pieces that appear to be layered and textured, with some elements resembling electronic components and wires. A small, partially visible image of a blue car is on the left, and there are splashes of yellow and red paint along the right edge. The piece has a rough, distressed look with a sense of chaotic fragmentation.
An aged and weathered piece of paper with a repetitive, densely packed cityscape print. The print appears faded and is overlaid with smudges and discoloration. A torn piece of paper with a red and blue mark is affixed near the top center. The top edge of the paper is covered with a black strip, and there's text on the upper right corner that is mostly illegible due to damage.
A weathered and stained piece of paper with various small, whimsical drawings and collages, including a tiny ship at the bottom left, a stack of boxes labeled "Fragile" in the center, and a colorful abstract shape on a pole to the right. The paper has visible folds, creases, and tears, suggesting age and wear.

william cordova
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