Five Senses for One Death (1969) by Etel Adnan

Five Senses for One Death - Etel Adnan - 1969

Artwork Information

TitleFive Senses for One Death
ArtistEtel Adnan
Date1969
Mediumink,watercolor,paper
Dimensions27.94 x 647.7 cm
Art MovementAbstract Expressionism

About Five Senses for One Death

“Five Senses for One Death” is an artwork created by Etel Adnan in 1969. Executed in ink and watercolor on paper, this piece belongs to the Abstract Expressionism movement. The expansive dimensions of the artwork measure 27.94 x 647.7 cm, representing Adnan’s intricate and elaborate expression through a non-traditional, folded format.

The artwork employs a blend of abstract forms, symbols, and text, dispersed across the unfolded pages. Dominant hues include shades of blue, brown, and black, with each fold revealing a unique composition that interplays with empty spaces. The use of mixed media creates a layered texture, allowing the watercolor to bleed into the paper, while the ink provides sharp, contrasting strokes. Various elements including numbers, ambiguous shapes, and fragmented words suggest a narrative that is expressive yet open to interpretation. The accordion-style layout of the paper invites viewers to engage with the piece dynamically, challenging them to explore each segment both individually and as a whole, thus capturing the essence of Abstract Expressionism through Adnan’s visionary lens.

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