Sam Gilliam, Swing, 1969, acrylic and aluminum on canvas,
119 5⁄8 x 283 1⁄2 in. (303.8 x 720.1 cm), Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Mr. Edwin Janss, Jr., 1973.189
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Artwork Details
- Title
- Swing
- Artist
- Date
- 1969
- Location
- Dimensions
- 119 5⁄8 x 283 1⁄2 in. (303.8 x 720.1 cm)
- Credit Line
- Gift of Mr. Edwin Janss, Jr.
- Mediums Description
- acrylic and aluminum on canvas
- Classifications
- Highlights
- Subjects
- Abstract
- Object Number
- 1973.189
Artwork Description
The title Swing reflects the swagged shape of the painting, hanging free of stretcher bars. The word also evokes Gilliam's desire to "just work and let things go," like the bebop and jazz musicians he liked to listen to while painting.
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Artist
Date1967-1977
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