Susan Rothenberg
She is known for her unique style of abstract expressionism, which often features animal figures and bold brushstrokes.
Born: 1945, Buffalo, New York
Died: 2020, Galisteo, New Mexico
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Recognition
Coming to prominence in the 1970s, Rothenberg's commitment to painterly figures has been highly infliuential in generations of artists. She has been exhibited at the Venice Biennale, the Whitney, Hirshorn Museum.
Intent
Another example of Rothenberg's strength in figure and form.
Composition
Shes uses woodcut to create this stark black impression, bringing to literal light the delicate bird.
Ceres Take
Rothenberg is a trailblazing female artist and this is our only edition of this work.
PARENT TECHNIQUE
Woodcut
Woodcut is a form of printmaking where an image is carved into a block of wood, leaving the raised areas to be inked and printed onto paper or fabric. This process dates back to ancient China and has since been practiced globally. Artists typically use tools like chisels and knives...
