Name/Title
Cabeza con Espinas (Head with Thorns)Entry/Object ID
Akeley Archive 239.5Description
This color linocut uses multiple colors and thick layers of ink to give a dimensional mix of clashing greens, purples, blacks and blues to create an abstract face. The background is carved varying line weights and pressure as if the purple is cracking. The colors of ink om top of each other either uses a reduction print or a multi-block print to give the texture of the heavy ink.Type of Print
Linoleum engraving, LinocutMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Enrique ClimentRole
ArtistManufacturer
Ediciones LevanteDate made
circa 1951Dimensions
Height
19-1/2 inWidth
15-1/4 inProvenance
Notes
Professors Edward Akeley (1894-1984) and Anna Akeley (1904-2004), West Lafayette, Indiana; donated to Purdue University Archives; transferred to Purdue University Galleries.