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Dorothea Tanning Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

American, 1910-2012
Dorothea Tanning (1910–2012) was an American surrealist painter, sculptor, writer, and poet. Born in Galesburg, Illinois, she moved to New York in the 1930s, where she was introduced to surrealism. Her early works, such as Birthday (1942), depict dreamlike, mysterious interiors with unsettling imagery. She later married fellow surrealist Max Ernst, and they lived in France for several decades. Over time, her art evolved into more abstract and expressive forms. In addition to her visual art, Tanning wrote novels and poetry, remaining active in creative fields until her death at 101.
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Artist: Dorothea Tanning
Dorothea Tanning (1910 - 2012) - bonjour Max Ernst - Color etching - 1976
By Dorothea Tanning
Located in Varese, IT
Color etching, edited in 1976 Limited edition of 100 copies signed in pencil by artist in lower right corner and numbered 52/100 in lower left corner paper size: 50 x 65 cm excellen...
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1960s Abstract Dorothea Tanning Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Dorothea Tanning (1910 – 2012) - Bonjour - Etching with aquatint – 1975
By Dorothea Tanning
Located in Varese, IT
“Bonjour” conceived for the suite “Bonjour Max Ernst” Etching with aquatint, edited in 1975 Limited edition of 100 copies signed in pencil by artist in lower right corner and numbere...
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1970s Abstract Dorothea Tanning Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Etching, Aquatint

Personne Suite No. 5
By Dorothea Tanning
Located in Columbia, MO
Dorothea Tanning (American, 1910–2012) Initially associated with the Surrealist movement, Dorothea Tanning developed a personal visual language that blurred the boundaries between r...
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Mid-20th Century Surrealist Dorothea Tanning Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Personne Suite No. 9
By Dorothea Tanning
Located in Columbia, MO
Dorothea Tanning (American, 1910–2012) Initially associated with the Surrealist movement, Dorothea Tanning developed a personal visual language that blurred the boundaries between r...
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Mid-20th Century Surrealist Dorothea Tanning Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Personne Suite No. 6
By Dorothea Tanning
Located in Columbia, MO
Dorothea Tanning (American, 1910–2012) Initially associated with the Surrealist movement, Dorothea Tanning developed a personal visual language that blurred the boundaries between r...
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Personne Suite No. 3
By Dorothea Tanning
Located in Columbia, MO
Dorothea Tanning (American, 1910–2012) Initially associated with the Surrealist movement, Dorothea Tanning developed a personal visual language that blurred the boundaries between r...
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Personne Suite No. 8
By Dorothea Tanning
Located in Columbia, MO
Dorothea Tanning (American, 1910–2012) Initially associated with the Surrealist movement, Dorothea Tanning developed a personal visual language that blurred the boundaries between r...
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Mid-20th Century Surrealist Dorothea Tanning Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Personne Suite No. 7
By Dorothea Tanning
Located in Columbia, MO
Dorothea Tanning (American, 1910–2012) Initially associated with the Surrealist movement, Dorothea Tanning developed a personal visual language that blurred the boundaries between r...
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Personne Suite No. 1
By Dorothea Tanning
Located in Columbia, MO
Dorothea Tanning (American, 1910–2012) Initially associated with the Surrealist movement, Dorothea Tanning developed a personal visual language that blurred the boundaries between r...
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Dorothea Tanning 1968 Surrealist Watercolor & Pencil, Surrealism, Three Figures
By Dorothea Tanning
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Dorothea Tanning Untitled 11 x 10 inches Signed & dated lower right Framed A 1968 watercolor & pencil depicting three surrealist figures. PROVENANCE: Merz Kunsthandlung (Sprengler...
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1960s Surrealist Dorothea Tanning Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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