David Altmejd

I.W.
2014

A mixed media artwork featuring a central image of a person's head with exaggerated facial hair, set against a plain background with a single, small illustration of an eye above it. The artwork includes hand-drawn elements and appears to be signed and dated by the artist in the bottom right corner.
A mixed media artwork featuring a central image of a person's head with exaggerated facial hair, set against a plain background with a single, small illustration of an eye above it. The artwork includes hand-drawn elements and appears to be signed and dated by the artist in the bottom right corner.

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Date
2014

Classification
Prints

Medium
Inkjet print, etching, aquatint, spitbite, with laser engraving, collage of inkjet print, beads and gold leaf

Dimensions
Sheet: 26 1/16 × 19 1/16in. (66.2 × 48.4 cm) Image: 26 1/16 × 19 1/16in. (66.2 × 48.4 cm) Plate: 7 5/16 × 5 1/2in. (18.6 × 14 cm) Mount: 26 1/16 × 19 1/16 × 5/16in. (66.2 × 48.4 × 0.8 cm)

Accession number
2016.139.12

Edition
2/30 | 9 APs, 1 PP, 1 BAT, 1 Neiman Archive proof

Publication
Printed and published by LeRoy Neiman Center for Print Studies

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

Rights and reproductions
© David Altmejd and The LeRoy Neiman Center for Print Studies

API
artworks/50014

Part of a series:
Ringers
21 works

A photograph within a large white border showing three individuals with tattoos, one of whom is shirtless and wearing a helmet, with the image oriented upside down. The photo has a punched hole on the left with color calibration marks and a black dot on the right, suggesting it is a test print or part of an artistic presentation. There are signatures and edition numbers at the bottom.
A photograph within a white border featuring a person standing in a dimly lit room with rustic decor. The individual is wearing a light-colored, long-sleeved shirt and has a neutral expression. Above them, a circular object emits a soft glow, casting a halo-like effect around their head. The image has a dated appearance, evoking a sense of nostalgia. Handwritten text and numbers are visible at the bottom of the border, suggesting an artistic or limited edition print.
A piece of artwork featuring a printed image of a person's head and upper torso with a patterned background, centered on a large white canvas. The person depicted has facial hair and a neutral expression. The artwork includes a signature and date in the bottom right corner, indicating it was created in 2014.
A minimalist artwork featuring a small, centered image on a large white background. The image depicts a person's head, seemingly floating above a pedestal or box, with a neutral expression. The artwork includes some handwritten text and numbers along the bottom edge, suggesting it may be part of a limited series.
A photograph of a person's upside-down face with a drawing of a rabbit's body aligned with the head, creating the illusion that the person's face is the rabbit's face. The person's eyes are closed, and there are drawn whiskers and a nose to enhance the rabbit appearance. The image includes text that reads "LOOKING FOR HOLE" and is placed against a corrugated metal background. The artwork is bordered by a large white margin and signed and dated in the bottom right corner.
A piece of artwork featuring a stylized drawing of a figure with a human face and a sketched body on a beige background, centered within a large white matting. The face has exaggerated features and dark makeup around the eyes, and the body is outlined with minimal detail. The artwork is signed and dated in the bottom right corner.
A mixed media artwork featuring a central image of a person's head with exaggerated facial hair, set against a plain background with a single, small illustration of an eye above it. The artwork includes hand-drawn elements and appears to be signed and dated by the artist in the bottom right corner.
A mixed media artwork featuring a central image of a man's head and upper torso with sunglasses, set against a textured gold background. The figure is wearing a white shirt with a high collar and a black tie. The artwork is surrounded by a large white border, and there are artist's signatures and inscriptions at the bottom.
A surreal artwork featuring an upside-down portrait of a person with a feathered headdress, set against a beige background with abstract lines and drips, all centered on a large white canvas with the artist's signature and edition number at the bottom.
A mixed media artwork featuring a central image of a person's head and upper torso with abstract elements and textures. The person's face appears altered with patches of discoloration or possibly collage elements. The background is minimalist, with some floral or plant-like illustrations to the left side. The artwork is mounted on a larger white paper with the artist's signature and edition number at the bottom right.

David Altmejd
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