Artist
Sam Gilliam (American, 1933–2022)American, 1933–2022
CultureAmerican
Titles
- Buena Vista
Date1988
PlaceUnited States
MediumAcrylic on canvas mounted on panel with anodized aluminum frame
Dimensions26 5/16 × 26 3/8 in. (66.8 × 67.1 cm)
Credit LineGift of Laura Martin
Object number92.561
Non exposé
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Department
Modern and Contemporary ArtObject Type
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Inscription: Marked in black ink on verso, top frame section: "- TOP - Buena Vista/ 1988 42 1/2 dia"
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Charles LeDray
2009
Laundry cart contents: purple satin bag; clear, white, and black hangers made from alumilite clear cast resin and galvanized steel wire; six pairs of trousers, one shirt, and two neckties made from various fabrics. Laundry bag with nylon cord, alumilite toggles, fabric, and thread, stuffed with fabric.
Palette: wood, nails, glue, wood stain, dirt.
Cart: wood frame with woven aluminum strips, 1/8-inch ungalvanized steel rod, clear acrylic spray coating, canvas, thread, vinyl, aluminum rivets, dirt, and newspaper ink.
Broom: wood handle and housing with bristles.
Floor: linoleum backed with canvas.
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