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James Groleau
Basra, portraits of Iran, by James Groleau

2004

About the Item

Title: Basra Medium: Mezzotint Image Size: 12" x 10" Edition Size: 20 ABSENCE OF PASSION / PORTRAITS OF IRAQ Basra is from The Absence of Passion suite of fifteen mezzotint portraits reflecting the trauma of warfare. Tempered by the partial concealment of facial expression the images depict a range of emotional responses to war from rage to resignation. Each print in the series is named for one of the cities in Iran.
  • Creator:
    James Groleau (1953, American)
  • Creation Year:
    2004
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)
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  • Movement & Style:
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Palm Springs, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU308214644122

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