Name/Title
Toys and Games XIIEntry/Object ID
2021.27.7Description
A canvas filled with multiple irregular shapes and colors. The top right corner of the painting features a light pink circular shape with a light blue circular shape inside of it, adorned with darker blue, horizontal lines. The center of the canvas has oblong red and lime green shapes with black ovals overlaid on top of them. There are five black lines that intersect these brightly colored shapes throughout the piece. Colors of orange, teal, yellow, and green are prominent throughout the piece.Collection
HCC Permanent Art CollectionMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Theodosia A. G. TamborlaneRole
ArtistDate made
2011Interpretative Labels
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The paintings in Tamborlane’s series Toys and Games consist of expressive elements that invoke a sense of joy and enthusiasm. Colorful shapes tumble and spill over one another as they intersect with lines that bound around the composition with a restless energy. Designed to elicit memories of childhood play, the paintings celebrate the power of interactivity and fun.
“How children learn about the world, communicate with other children, and interact with adults is by play. Play is a child’s most important work.”
- Theo Tamborlane