Notes

From an edition of 45 plus 12 artist's proofs.

The exhibition Richard Serra: Trajectory (2013) focused on three groups of etchings from the previous ten years: "Extension and Trajectory are both part of the Arc of the Curve series from 2004, and examine movement through space and the curve of a line, from broad, sweeping gestures to slight bends and turns. Some lean dramatically; others stoop. In contrast, Ballast (2011), is a series dealing with weight, stability and control; the black mass sits at the bottom of the sheet, revealing a small glimpse of white paper at the top. These prints are serious, minimal and sculptural – a closer look at their surface reveals a highly pitted, three-dimensional, intaglio landscape.

In order to achieve the texture in these etchings, a 'found' surface in the form of an exterior stucco wall was used. Frosted mylar was taped to the wall and then lithographic rubbing ink was applied. The texture of the wall was then transferred to a copper plate photographically using a light sensitive emulsion, and the plate was then subjected to the traditional etching process using a tank of acid (Ferric Chloride)."¹

1. Source: https://cristearoberts.com/exhibitions/91/

Provenance

Acquired by the current owner from the artist's exhibition Richard Serra: Trajectory at the Alan Cristea Gallery, London, 2013.

Exhibited

Alan Cristea Gallery, London, Richard Serra: Trajectory, 11 September to 8 October 2013, another impression from the edition exhibited.

Literature

Helen Waters (2013) Richard Serra: Trajectory, 11 September to 8 October, exhibition catalogue, London: Alan Cristea Gallery, another impression from the edition illustrated on pages 26 and 29.