What is the significance of Gene Davis's Tarzan Series I in art history?
Gene Davis's Tarzan Series I (1969) is a key work from the Washington Color School, showcasing hard-edge abstraction and Color Field painting. Its vibrant vertical stripes explore color perception, making it a landmark in 20th-century American art and a fine art print for collectors.
How does the acrylic print enhance the artwork's visual impact?
The 4mm acrylic surface provides a sleek, vibrant finish that amplifies the depth and luminosity of Davis's stripes, ensuring a durable, museum-quality reproduction with straight-cut corners for a modern look.
What are the specifications for the hanging hardware included?
Each acrylic print includes a hanging kit with screws and pre-drilled holes: 14mm (0.55") from the edge, 8mm (0.31") diameter, designed for 15mm (0.6") screw heads, ensuring secure installation for your fine art print.
How is the background handled for transparent areas in the print?
Transparent backgrounds default to white in our acrylic prints, optimizing presentation and contrast for Gene Davis's vibrant stripes, enhancing the archival masterpiece's visual appeal.
What makes RedKalion's reproductions archival and long-lasting?
We use premium materials, including 4mm acrylic and archival-grade inks, to ensure color vibrancy and durability, making this a museum-quality reproduction that resists fading over time.
Can you describe Gene Davis's technique in the Tarzan Series?
Davis employed a meticulous hard-edge technique, applying acrylic paint in precise vertical stripes to create rhythmic patterns that challenge color interaction, a hallmark of his Color Field painting style.
What era and movement does this artwork represent?
Tarzan Series I represents the 1960s Washington Color School movement, focusing on abstraction and color theory, pivotal in post-war American art for its innovative use of acrylic and form.