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Jasper Johns' 1966 poster Recent Still Life - Museum of Art Rhode Island School

1966

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Jasper Johns' 1966 poster "Recent Still Life," created for the Museum of Art at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), exemplifies the artist's innovative approach to everyday objects and his ability to infuse them with deeper significance. This poster features a stark black-and-white image of a light bulb hanging from a twisted cord, set against a textured background. The composition's simplicity and directness are hallmarks of Johns' style, emphasizing the ordinary object while inviting viewers to contemplate its representation and meaning. Johns is renowned for his work with commonplace items, transforming them into subjects of fine art. In "Recent Still Life," the light bulb, typically an overlooked object, is isolated and rendered in a manner that demands attention. The textured background and the high contrast of the black-and-white palette create a sense of depth and intrigue, highlighting the bulb's form and presence. The poster's text, "Recent Still Life" and the exhibition details at the bottom, grounds the image in the context of the museum exhibit. This exhibition likely showcased Johns' exploration of still life, a traditional genre in art history, through his contemporary and often subversive lens. Commissioned by the Liz Lerman Dance Exchange Program of the American Federation of Arts in 1966, this piece underscores Johns' role in the modern art movement and his continuous challenge to artistic conventions. The RISD Museum, known for its comprehensive collection and support of contemporary artists, provided an ideal venue for this exploration of still life. Johns' work on this poster exemplifies his ability to elevate the mundane, encouraging viewers to reconsider the everyday objects that populate their lives. His focus on the light bulb, an icon of illumination and ideas, subtly hints at the broader themes of perception, reality, and the role of art in illuminating the human experience. Pop Art - Exhibition - United States Rhode Island School of Design Museum
  • Creator:
    Jasper Johns (1930, American)
  • Creation Year:
    1966
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35.04 in (89 cm)Width: 20.08 in (51 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Good condition.
  • Gallery Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1792214868072

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