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Etching with aquatint, on Somerset satin paper Hang signed and dated lower right. Image size 20 x 20 cm. Sheet size 75 x 57 cm.

Brice Marden’s Tiles (1979) is an etching with aquatint on Somerset satin paper that reflects his quiet, meditative approach to abstraction. Centered within a large expanse of blank paper, a small square grid of intersecting black lines appears both structured and irregular, with subtle variations in density and texture. The composition evokes architectural frameworks or fragments of urban space, yet remains deliberately ambiguous. Marden’s restrained use of form and space emphasizes balance, repetition, and the physical trace of the artist’s hand. Created in an edition of 50, the work exemplifies his exploration of minimalism while introducing a tactile, almost calligraphic sensitivity to line.

Brice Marden (USA, 1938–2023) was a celebrated painter known for his minimalist canvases and later gestural, calligraphic abstractions. His work bridged Western modernism and Eastern aesthetics, often using nuanced color palettes and meditative linework. Marden’s evolution of style made him a key figure in contemporary art for over five decades.

Brice Marden

Tiles, 1979

Name: Tiles, 1979
SKU: 16771
Price: 5370.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Form

Limited Edition Print

Limited Edition PrintA limited edition print is one of a number of prints made at the same time from one printmaking plate. A fixed number are made and signed by the artist, indicating the printing order, using the format 1/10, meaning first of ten prints.

Medium

Etching and Aquatint

Etching and AquatintEtching and aquatint are printmaking techniques. In aquatint, the printing plate is etched with a pattern of tiny pits and cracks to create a wide range of tonal gradations. This technique allows artists to replicate the broad, flat tones found in watercolor paintings and ink washes.

Edition

Edition of 50

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- Brice Marden

Brice Marden (b. 1938 USA) is an influential American painter known for his minimalist and abstract works that explore the subtleties of color, form, and line. Marden's early work in the 1960s and 1970s was characterized by monochromatic canvases, where he applied layers of oil and beeswax to create smooth, luminous surfaces with subtle variations in tone. These minimalist compositions focused on the interaction of color and light, inviting deep contemplation. In the 1980s, Marden's style evolved to incorporate more fluid, calligraphic lines inspired by Eastern art and philosophy, resulting in his renowned "Cold Mountain" series. These works marked a shift towards more gestural abstraction, blending Western and Eastern artistic traditions. Marden's meticulous approach to composition and his ability to convey profound emotion through simplicity have established him as a key figure in contemporary art. His work has been widely exhibited and collected by major museums worldwide, solidifying his legacy as one of the leading painters of his generation.

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Brice Marden

Tiles, 1979

75 x 57 cm

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