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Cat. No. 211

Untitled, no. 1 of 12, from the portfolio, Dawn

Date:
2006
Portfolio:
Dawn (View All)
Themes:
Abstraction, Fabric Works, Nature
Techniques:
Other
Description:
Fabric collage
Dimensions:
sheet: 12 1/4 x 9 3/4" (31.1 x 24.7 cm)
Signature:
"LB" verso, stitched.
"LB" right lower front cover, stitched in blue thread.
Publisher:
unpublished
Edition:
Unique
Installation Remarks:
This composition is one of 12 that constitute a single work of art. All of these compositions are to be exhibited together and in the indicated sequence.
Curatorial Remarks:
The color and location of the signature on the verso of this sheet is not documented because this work is not in MoMA's collection and could not be examined in person.
Other Remarks:
According to the Louise Bourgeois Studio, the 12 fabric collages comprising the portfolio, "Dawn," are composed of various fabrics from Bourgeois's wardrobe. The sequence of the fabric collages within the portfolio was meant to convey the passage of time and the beginning of a new day.

Untitled, no. 1 of 12, from the portfolio, Dawn
2006

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NOT IN MoMA'S COLLECTION Louise Bourgeois. Untitled, no. 1 of 12, from the portfolio, Dawn. 2006
NOT IN MoMA'S COLLECTION 2006

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2006

NOT IN MoMA'S COLLECTION Louise Bourgeois. Dawn. 2006
NOT IN MoMA'S COLLECTION Dawn
2006
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