Larry Rivers (American, 1923–2002) poem by Kenneth Koch (American, 1925–2002) printed by Frank Akers (American, born 1936) and James V. Smith letterpress by Juda Rosenberg box assembled by H. Wayne Ely published by Universal Limited Art Editions (American, founded 1955)
Date
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Three-dimensional color lithograph on white wove paper, and letterpress and lithograph in gray on white laid Japanese paper, collaged inside linen-covered portfolio with color lithograph on cover
Inscriptions
Inscribed, signed, and dated recto lower right below image, in graphite: “A.P. 3/6 Larry Rivers ’70-‘74”; blind stamp recto lower left corner of mat board, and lower right corner of wove papers: “ULAE”
U.L.A.E. Collection acquired through a challenge grant of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Dittmer; purchased with funds provided by supporters of the Department of Prints and Drawings; Centennial Endowment; Margaret Fisher Endowment Fund
Reference Number
1985.1115
Extended information about this artwork
Sparks 56 artist’s proof
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