Going Hollywood III
1969
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lithograph (stone) in pink, gray, blue and violet on calendered Rives paper
Dimensions
sheet: 51 x 36 cm (20 1/16 x 14 3/16 in.)
Classification
Portfolio
Department
CG-W
Museum
National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
Credit
Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith
Accession Number
1983.18.674
Art Historical Context
"Going Hollywood III," a vibrant 1969 lithograph John H. Hunter, the glamorous allure of Tinseltown through delicate layers of pink, gray,, and violet. Printed on smooth, calendered Rives paper premium French stock favored for its exceptional absorbency and finish—this stone lithograph measures 51 x 36 cm, showcasing Hunter's mastery of a technique dating back to the late 18th century.ography on stone allows for rich, nuanced tonal gradations, as the artist draws directly onto the prepared limestone with greasy crayons and tusche, creating fluid lines and subtle color overlays that evoke Holly...