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Barry Nelson

Barry Nelson

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British/American (1937)

  • Date: 1978
  • Etching with Aquatint on Arches, signed, titled, numbered and dated in pencil
  • Edition of AP
  • Image Size: 14.5 x 14.5 inches
  • Size: 29 x 22 in. (73.66 x 55.88 cm)

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about Quartzite

Explore the crystalline beauty of this remarkable 1970s hand-signed etching that captures the essence of quartzite through abstract geometric squares and vibrant color fields.

This exceptional piece by Barry Nelson exemplifies the convergence of Abstract Art, Geometric Art, and Modern Art movements, where mineral-inspired forms are transformed into a sophisticated visual composition that celebrates both natural structure and artistic interpretation. The artwork’s precise geometric squares echo the crystalline formations found in quartzite rock, while the rich color palette brings warmth and energy to the mathematical precision of the design. Perfect for collectors who appreciate the intersection of geological inspiration with modernist artistic expression and the timeless appeal of 1970s abstract printmaking.

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About The Artist: Barry Nelson

Barry Nelson is a British-American Conceptual and Optical artist born in 1937. His works evoke a strong geometric sense. You can find Nelson’s work in numerous private collections, including the State Department’s Art in Embassies Program....

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About The Medium: Aquatint

An etching process in which tone is created by treating a plate with fine particles of acid resistant material (like powder resin) and then placing the plate in an acid bath. The acid bites into the plate between the grains of resin and when printed, the mass of tiny spots produces a textured area with tonal effects similar to watercolor wash.

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Quartzite

Barry Nelson

1978

Unframed

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Quartzite

Barry Nelson

1978

Optional Framing Choices

RoGallery framing experts will choose the best moulding to match your artwork based on your color selection.  If you have custom framing requests contact us

$255

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Gold

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Silver

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Framing includes: High Quality Wood Mouldings, Acid-free Materials (hinge tape, matting, and backing), plexiglass, and hanging hardware. 

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