Approaching Objects

Jan 11–June 1, 2003

Abstract black-and-white swirling fan patterns inside a bright yellow border with a small red mark.
Abstract black-and-white swirling fan patterns inside a bright yellow border with a small red mark.

Robert Cumming, Black Shoe, 1987. Monotype, sheet: 29 1/2 × 38 in. (74.9 × 96.5 cm). Whitney Museum of American Art, New York; purchase, with funds from the Print Committee 88.23. © Robert Cumming / Licensed by VAGA at Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

Approaching Objects was curated by David Kiehl.

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