Abstract collage covered in dense, overlapping jagged leaf-like shapes in bright green and orange. The textured botanical forms are layered over a mottled black central surrounded by orange areas and dark paint splatters throughout.

Red-Green Thornbush

Artist Karl Zerbe (American, 1903 - 1972)

Date1965-1966

MediumLeaves encased in Bocurs Acrya-Jell, Bocurs Magna Colors and Sherwin Williams Will-Glow Fluorescent

Dimensions36 1/2 x 24 1/2 in. (92.7 x 62.2 cm)

ClassificationsCollages

Credit LineGift of Robert Barbeau Mautz in memory of Esther Guthery Mautz

Object number1994.11

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Visual DescriptionAbstract collage covered in dense, overlapping jagged leaf-like shapes in bright green and orange. The textured botanical forms are layered over a mottled black central surrounded by orange areas and dark paint splatters throughout.