Artwork
2 8 16 30
2 8 16 30 is a print by Emily Hopkins. It dates from 2013 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Emily Hopkins's 2013 etching, *2 8 16 30*, features four stacked rectangular forms on a white background, characterized by vertical lines of varying clarity.
Subject & Meaning
The work's subject is abstract, with the title's numerical sequence suggesting a potential reference to the lines' spacing or count within each rectangle, though the exact meaning is left open to interpretation.
Technique & Style
Hopkins employs a minimalist approach, utilizing etching to create lines that range from sharp to smudged, intentionally incorporating slight imperfections to evoke a sketch-like quality.
History & Provenance
Created in 2013, the etching is signed, initialed, numbered, and titled by the artist on the reverse, though its exhibition or collection history is not detailed here.
Context
This piece aligns with Hopkins's broader exploration of minimalism, where simplicity and subtle variations in execution are central themes.
Legacy
The legacy of *2 8 16 30* is intertwined with Hopkins's overall body of work, contributing to the discourse on contemporary minimalist practices in printmaking.
Artist & collection
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