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Photogravure, aquatint, photo etching and drypoint in colors, on Hahnemühle Copperplate paper - One of the 7 SP (Special Proofs) aside from the edition of 65 pc + 10 AP

Night Sky 1 (Reversed) by Vija Celmins, created in 2002, is a mixed media limited edition print using techniques like photogravure, aquatint, photo etching, and drypoint on Hahnemühle Copperplate paper. Measuring 53.3 x 62.2 cm, this piece is one of the seven special proofs (SP), distinct from the main edition of 65 and additional artist proofs. The artwork presents a detailed and serene depiction of the night sky, filled with a myriad of tiny, scattered stars against a reversed pale background, showcasing Celmins' meticulous attention to detail and her ability to translate natural elements into a contemplative and minimalistic composition. The texture and subtle depth created by the varied printmaking techniques invite viewers to immerse themselves in the vastness and quietude of the night.

Vija Celmins (Latvia/USA, 1938) is a celebrated artist known for her meticulous drawings and paintings of natural phenomena, such as ocean waves, starry skies, and desert landscapes. Using graphite and oil, she achieves stunning realism while evoking timelessness and stillness. Her works are highly influential in contemporary art.

Vija Celmins

Night Sky 1 ( Reversed ), 2002

Name: Night Sky 1 ( Reversed ), 2002
SKU: 11268
Price: 21900.00 USD
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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.

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Mixed Media

Mixed MediaMixed media refers to artwork that incorporates more than one medium within a single piece. Unlike multimedia art, which combines distinct forms of visual art and often includes elements like sound, video, or digital media, mixed media focuses on combining traditional art materials, such as paint, ink, and collage. Mixed media art allows artists to achieve a wide range of effects and textures by layering and blending different materials.

Edition

Edition of 65 + 10 AP + 7 SP

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I am not a very confessional artist, you know. I do not ever reveal what I am feeling in my work, or what I think about the President. I use nature. I use found images.
- Vija Celmins

Vija Celmins is a Latvia-born artist who works in several mediums, including printmaking, charcoal, and oil painting. Early in her career, Celmins created several pop sculptures and representational paintings. Much of her work reflects the photo-realistic, abstract, and minimalist styles, and nature and natural phenomena are themes depicted in many of her pieces. She is well-known for focusing on organic details and embracing natural imperfection. Celmins earned her bachelor of fine arts degree from the John Herron Institute, and she received her masters of fine arts from the University of California, Los Angeles. She has been the recipient of many prestigious awards, including a John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur fellowship and a 1996 American Academy of Arts and Letters Award. The work of Vija Celmins is currently on display in numerous fine arts museums across the United States and Europe, including New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art and Museum of Modern Art, Centre Pompidou in Paris, and Kunstmuseum Winterthur in Switzerland.

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Night Sky 1 ( Reversed ), 2002

53.3 x 62.2 cm

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