Copper with Lead Silhouette

Date1977

Maker Joel Bass American, born 1943

Object number86.252

ProvenanceGift of Earl Millard, Seattle Art Museum, December 31, 1986

Exhibition HistorySeattle, Washington, Seattle Art Museum, Recent Modern Acquisitions, August 27-October 18, 1987

Credit LineGift of Earl Millard

Dimensions12 x 18 in. (30.5 x 45.7 cm)

MediumAcrylic and lead on copper plate

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Copper with Lead Silhouette