
Breakthrough I
1964
This monochromatic print presents a complex layering of photographic imagery and gestural marks characteristic of mid twentieth century experimental printmaking. The composition features fragmented photographs including architectural elements, a prominent hand, mechanical or industrial components, and various textural marks arranged in a seemingly chaotic yet deliberate manner across the paper surface. The overlapping and rotated images create a sense of visual depth and movement, inviting multiple readings of the assembled elements. The work exemplifies the artist's exploration of combining found imagery with printmaking techniques to create new meanings through juxtaposition and recontextualization.
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Contemporary Day Auction, Sotheby's, sale on 2026-05-15.
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Contemporary Day Auction
May 15, 2026
Estimate: $150,000 – $200,000
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