Eric Fischl

(Untitled)
1986

Abstract black ink brushstrokes on paper depicting a dynamic scene with figures that appear to be in motion, some resembling human forms. The artwork has a spontaneous and expressive quality, with bold lines and splatters. There are handwritten inscriptions at the bottom.
Abstract black ink brushstrokes on paper depicting a dynamic scene with figures that appear to be in motion, some resembling human forms. The artwork has a spontaneous and expressive quality, with bold lines and splatters. There are handwritten inscriptions at the bottom.

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Date
1986

Classification
Prints

Medium
Lithograph

Dimensions
Sheet (Irregular): 20 1/16 × 15 1/16in. (51 × 38.3 cm) Image: 12 × 14 1/2in. (30.5 × 36.8 cm)

Accession number
90.32.2

Edition
HC | Ed. 145

Credit line
Whitney Museum of American Art, New York; gift of the artist

Rights and reproductions
© Eric Fischl / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

API
artworks/7587

Part of a series:

Annie, Gwen, Lilly, Pam and Tulip

9 works

A vibrant expressionist painting of a seated person with red hair wearing a black bandeau top and black shorts against a background of bold yellow, green, and blue brushstrokes. The person's pose is relaxed, with one arm resting on a raised knee and the other supporting the body on the ground. The artwork has a dynamic and textured appearance, indicative of a quick, impasto painting style.
A minimalist black and white artwork featuring a small, abstract black ink blot in the upper left corner on a white background. The ink blot appears to have a rough texture and an irregular shape. There is handwritten text at the bottom of the image, possibly indicating the artwork's edition or title.
A colorful expressionist-style print depicting a figure bending forward with one arm stretched downwards. The background features broad strokes of green and black, while the figure is rendered in a mix of purple, brown, and white tones, with an emphasis on the curvature of the back and legs.
A colorful print depicting two figures against an abstract background with warm hues of red, yellow, and brown. The figure on the left is a silhouette in black, resembling a bull, while the figure on the right is a human form with a visible musculature, rendered in a mix of colors, looking towards the left. The scene suggests a mythological or allegorical narrative, possibly referencing the Minotaur and a human character.
A monochromatic artwork depicting a figure surrounded by abstract, swirling lines that suggest flames or a dynamic environment. The figure appears to be in motion, with a sense of energy or turmoil conveyed through the expressive brushstrokes. The background is dominated by dark, heavy strokes, contrasting with the lighter areas that highlight the central figure. The image has a raw, emotive quality, and there is a signature at the bottom right corner.
An expressive, monochromatic print depicting three figures, possibly in a cave-like setting, with the central figure slightly more illuminated and appearing to engage with one of the others. The artwork has a rough, sketch-like quality with dynamic lines and contrasting dark and light areas, suggesting movement and depth.
Abstract black ink brushstrokes on paper depicting a dynamic scene with figures that appear to be in motion, some resembling human forms. The artwork has a spontaneous and expressive quality, with bold lines and splatters. There are handwritten inscriptions at the bottom.
An expressive, abstract painting featuring bold brushstrokes in black, red, and yellow, depicting a figure that appears to be crouching or sitting, with emphasis on the interplay of light and shadow.
A vibrant expressionist painting featuring two figures, with the one on the left in a black swimsuit and a poised stance, and the one on the right draped in a flowing yellow garment with a contemplative expression. The background is loosely painted in shades of blue and white, suggesting an abstracted setting.

Eric Fischl
18 works in the collection

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