Sol LeWitt, 1928-2007
Lines, not long, not heavy, not touching, drawn at random, 1970
Lithograph
Signed in pencil. With the printed title.
Numbered from an edition of 25 (in Roman numerals), aside from the edition of 240. Published by Konrad Fischer, Düsseldorf and Kölner Kunstmark as a supplement to the special edition of the catalogue Kölner Kunstmarkt.
Sheet: 44 x 31.8 cm; 17 3/8 x 12 1/2 in
Image diam. 23 cm; 9 in
Framed: 50 x 39cm; 19 3/4 x 15 3/8 in
Provenance: Private Collection, Germany.
Note:
Sol LeWitt was an influential American artist known for his contributions to the Conceptual Art movement. The print titled "Lines, not long, not heavy, not touching, drawn at random" exemplifies his exploration of minimalistic and systematic approaches to art. In this work, LeWitt creates a composition of lines that are deliberately short, light, and disconnected, seemingly arranged randomly, challenging traditional notions of artistic expression and inviting viewers to contemplate the essence of line and form.
This print is intriguing both up close and from far away. When examined closely, the intricate details of the lines reveal themselves, inviting the viewer to explore the subtle nuances and variations. From a distance, however, the composition takes on a different quality, capturing the viewer's attention with its overall visual impact and creating a mesmerizing pattern that engages the eye. This dual experience highlights LeWitt's mastery in creating compositions that captivates viewers from different perspectives, encouraging them to engage with the piece in unique and thought-provoking ways.
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