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1938

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Artist: Stuart Davis, American 1892 - 1964

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Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Mrs. Stuart Davis, 1967.79.1156

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© President and Fellows of Harvard College

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Art Theory Text with Diagrams

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Artist: Stuart Davis, American 1892 - 1964

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1938

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This image is a typed note dated March 31, 1933. It outlines the simplest form of statement regarding three-dimensional relations in art, emphasizing the importance of specific elements such as color, length, width, and direction. It highlights that decisions should reference the specific region they pertain to. The note suggests that space can be recorded using either bounding lines or solid colors, leading to the formation of planal relations. These principles apply from the overall design to the smallest details of a picture.

The document details that the existence of reality in painting is defined by simple planal relations: length, direction, and contrast. It includes diagrams showing a boundary and a solid color tone as examples. The text underscores the unity of contrast relations in a region, the value of associational shapes, and the importance of the color of an area as the fundamental texture.

Lastly, it stresses that any spatial division in this area should not resemble an overall texture but should be considered a drawing that adheres to specific simple planal relations. The concept is deemed crucial for the imaginative division of space to achieve reality in art.

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The image displays a framed document titled "NOTES" dated March 31, 1938. It appears to be a typed manuscript on yellowed paper, discussing artistic theory, specifically the simplest form of statement of 3-dimensional relations involving color, length, width, and direction. It mentions decisions being made in reference to particular regions of the art piece and the recording of planes of space through bounding lines or solid colors. The note emphasizes the importance of planar relations throughout the process from large design to small detail, considering it the mode of existence of reality in painting. It also talks about the division of space in any region checked by basic coordinates of length, direction, boundary, and contrast as shown in small diagrams.

A paragraph below this discusses unity of contrast relations judged in regional relations and the value of associational shapes. It further states that the color of an area must be regarded as the fundamental texture of the area, implying that divisions within should not disrupt the overall texture. The text concludes by saying that color should be seen as a drawing that takes form of specific planar relations. It finishes with the idea that the concept is key to the imaginative division of space to attain reality. The termination of the document is not visible and may continue beyond the viewable portion.

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This appears to be a page of notes dated March 31, 1953, discussing the fundamental concepts of three-dimensional relations in art and painting. The document contains both text and simple diagrams. The notes describe how straight lines can be defined by color, length, width, and direction, and how planes of space can be recorded using bounding lines or solid colors.

The page includes two simple rectangular diagrams - one labeled "boundary" and another labeled "solid color tone plane." There are also some basic mathematical or conceptual notations showing relationships between length, direction, and contrast using the number 1.

The text discusses how all decisions must reference particular regions and explains that this concept applies to whole picture design down to the smallest details. It emphasizes that color in an area should be considered as the fundamental texture, and divisions within that area shouldn't create an "over-all" texture. The notes conclude by stating this concept is key to achieving reality in the imaginative division of space.

The document appears to be typed on aged paper with a slightly yellowed tone, typical of mid-20th century documents.

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The image appears to be a typed document titled "NOTES" dated March 31, 1939. It discusses the "simplest form of statement of 3 dimensional relations" and provides an explanation of the key concepts, including a straight line of specific color, length, width, and direction, as well as the recording of planes of space by bounding lines or solid colors. The document also mentions the importance of considering the particular region when making decisions and the role of contrast relations in regional relations. Additionally, the image includes a simple diagram illustrating the concept of a "boundary" and a "solid color tone plane". The text emphasizes the importance of regarding the color of an area as the fundamental texture and avoiding any division that would result in an "over-all texture". The document concludes by stating that this concept is the key to the "imaginative division of space to attain reality".

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The image depicts a typed page with the title "NOTES" and the date "March 31, 1933" at the top. The page is divided into two sections: the top section contains text discussing the simplest form of statement of three-dimensional relations, while the bottom section features two diagrams illustrating the concepts of length, direction, and contrast.

The first diagram, labeled "boundary," shows a square with a smaller square inside it, representing the concept of boundary. The second diagram, labeled "solid color tone plane," depicts a square with a black rectangle inside it, illustrating the concept of solid color tone plane.

The text on the page explains that the simplest form of statement of three-dimensional relations involves a straight line of specific color, length, width, and direction. It also discusses the importance of reference to the particular region to which they refer, and how the planes of space may be recorded by bounding lines or solid colors. Additionally, the text notes that the division of space takes place in any region and can always be checked by reference to these basic coordinates.

Overall, the image appears to be a page from a notebook or journal, likely used by an artist or designer to record their thoughts and ideas about the principles of design and composition.

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The image presents a page from a document dated March 31, 1938, featuring a typed text that discusses the principles of art, specifically focusing on the concept of "space" in relation to the creation of reality in painting. The page is divided into two main sections: the top section contains a typed text, while the bottom section includes two diagrams.

  • Typed Text
    • The text begins by stating that the simplest form of a statement of three-dimensional relations is a straight line of specific color, length, width, and direction.
    • It emphasizes that all decisions must be made with reference to the particular region to which they refer.
    • The planes of space may be recorded by bounding lines or solid colors.
    • In either case, the result is a statement of planal relations.
    • This applies to the whole picture from the large design to the primary relations to the smallest detail.
    • This is the mode of existence of reality in painting.
    • Therefore, the division of space which takes place in any region can always be checked by reference to these basic coordinates.
    • The text concludes by stating that unity of the contrast relations judged in regional relations is the fundamental texture of the area.
    • Therefore, any division that takes place in this area must never be in the nature of an over-all texture.
    • It must be regarded as a drawing which takes the form, of course, of specific simple planal relations.
    • This concept is the key to the imaginative division of space to attain reality.
  • Diagrams
    • The first diagram shows a square with a smaller square inside it, labeled "boundary."
    • The second diagram depicts a square with a smaller square inside it, labeled "solid color tone plane."
    • The diagrams illustrate the concept of space and its relationship to the creation of reality in painting.

In summary, the image presents a page from a document that discusses the principles of art, specifically focusing on the concept of "space" in relation to the creation of reality in painting. The text emphasizes the importance of making decisions with reference to the particular region to which they refer and the need to check the division of space by reference to basic coordinates. The diagrams illustrate the concept of space and its relationship to the creation of reality in painting.

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The image is a page from a document that appears to be a set of notes or instructions. The page is dated March 31, 1938, and is titled "NOTES." The content of the page discusses the principles of representing three-dimensional relations in a two-dimensional format, such as in painting or drawing.

The text explains that the simplest form of representing three-dimensional relations is a straight line of specific color, length, width, and direction. It emphasizes that all decisions in representing space must be made with reference to the particular region they refer to. The planes of space can be recorded by bounding lines or solid colors, resulting in a statement of planar relations. This principle applies to the entire picture, from the large design to the smallest detail.

The text further explains that this is the mode of existence of reality in painting. Therefore, the division of space in any region can always be checked by reference to these basic coordinates. The page includes a simple diagram with a horizontal line labeled "length," a vertical line labeled "direction," and a small square labeled "boundary." Below this diagram is a small square with a solid color labeled "solid color tone plane."

The text continues to discuss the unity of contrast relations judged in regional relations and the value of associational shapes. It states that the color of an area must be regarded as the fundamental texture of the area, and any division within this area must be in the nature of an overall texture. It must be regarded as a drawing that takes the form of specific simple planar relations. This concept is the key to the imaginative division of space to attain reality.

The page is framed by a thin border, and the text is written in a clear, legible font. The overall tone of the page is instructional and informative, providing guidance on the principles of representing three-dimensional space in a two-dimensional format.

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The image is a page from a document titled "Notes" dated March 31, 1938. The document appears to be a set of guidelines or principles related to the depiction of three-dimensional space in painting. The text is structured in a formal, instructional manner, suggesting it may be part of an educational or artistic curriculum.

The page begins with a discussion on the simplest form of expressing three-dimensional relations, emphasizing the use of a straight line characterized by specific color, length, width, and direction. It states that all decisions regarding these elements must be made with reference to the specific region they pertain to.

The document further explains that planes of space can be represented by bounding lines or solid colors, which results in a statement of planar relations. This concept is said to apply from large design elements down to the smallest details, indicating its importance in achieving realistic representations in painting.

The page includes a diagram with labels such as "length," "direction," "contrast," "boundary," and "solid color tone plane," which visually illustrates the concepts discussed in the text. The diagram shows a square with a boundary and a solid color tone within, labeled as a plane.

The text continues with a discussion on the unity of contrast relations and the value of associational shapes, emphasizing that the color of an area should be considered its fundamental texture. It advises against creating an overall texture and instead suggests that divisions within an area should be regarded as drawings that form specific, simple planar relations.

The document concludes by stating that this concept is key to the imaginative division of space to achieve reality, suggesting that understanding and applying these principles is essential for realistic and effective spatial representation in art.

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The image is a typed document labeled "NOTES" at the top, dated March 31, 1938. The document outlines principles related to art and spatial relationships.

The text begins with the statement: "Simplest form of statement of 3 dimensional relations: A straight line of specific color, length, width, direction." It then discusses how decisions should be made with reference to a particular region, and how planes of space can be recorded using bounding lines or solid colors, resulting in a statement of planal relations.

The document emphasizes the importance of these principles from the large design to the smallest detail in painting, referring to it as the mode of existence of reality. It mentions that the division of space can always be checked by reference to basic coordinates.

Below the text are three labeled diagrams: "length," "direction," and "contrast." Beneath these, there are two sketches. The first shows a square with a smaller square inside, labeled "boundary." The second sketch depicts a square with a solid black fill inside, labeled "solid color tone plane."

The document continues, stating that unity of contrast relations should be judged in regional relations and that the value lies in associational shapes. It emphasizes that the color of an area should be regarded as the fundamental texture and that any division should not be an over-all texture but a drawing with specific planal relations. The document concludes by asserting that this concept is key to the imaginative division of space to attain reality.

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This image appears to be a page of handwritten notes, possibly a draft or outline for a lecture or essay. The notes, dated March 31, 1938, discuss the fundamentals of art and painting, particularly focusing on the concept of spatial relations and how an artist creates the illusion of depth and form.

The text begins with a definition of "3 dimensional relations" and explains that these relations are achieved through a straight line with attributes like color, length, width, and direction. The author emphasizes that all decisions in a painting should refer to a specific region. Key concepts highlighted include the use of bounding lines or solid colors to record planes of space, the significance of "planal relations," and the importance of the "mode of existence of reality in painting."

Several diagrams illustrate the concepts discussed. The words "length," "direction," and "contrast" are written, possibly representing the fundamental coordinates of artistic space. Below these labels are simple drawings of a square outline labeled "boundary" and a filled-in rectangle labeled "solid color tone plane." These drawings may be visual examples of the planal relations the author describes.

The second half of the notes focuses on the unity of contrast, the value of shapes, and the role of color as a "fundamental texture." The author emphasizes that divisions within the area should be akin to drawing, which takes the form of specific simple planal relations. The concluding sentence states that this concept is the key to the imaginative division of space to attain reality.

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The image is a typed document titled "NOTES" and dated March 31, 1963. It discusses principles related to the depiction of three-dimensional relations in painting. Here is a detailed summary of its content:

  1. Simplest Form of Statement of 3 Dimensional Relations:

    • A straight line characterized by specific color, length, width, and direction.
    • Decisions must refer to the particular region they pertain to.
    • Planes of space can be defined by bounding lines or solid colors, resulting in a statement of planar relations.
    • This concept applies to the entire picture, from large design elements to the smallest details.
    • It is described as the mode of existence of reality in painting.
  2. Division of Space:

    • Any division of space in a region should be checked against basic coordinates: length, direction, and contrast.
    • The document includes diagrams illustrating boundaries and solid color tone planes.
  3. Unity and Contrast Relations:

    • Unity of contrast relations should be judged in regional relations.
    • The value of associational shapes is emphasized.
    • The color of an area is considered its fundamental texture.
    • Any division within an area should not be an over-all texture but should be regarded as a drawing that forms specific simple planar relations.
    • This concept is key to the imaginative division of space to attain reality.

The document emphasizes the importance of precise, context-specific decisions in painting to achieve a realistic depiction of space and form.

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The image is a scanned page of notes dated March 31, 1938. The text discusses the simplest form of stating three-dimensional relations in painting. It emphasizes the importance of using specific color, length, width, and direction to define these relations. The notes explain that decisions about these elements must be made with reference to the particular region they are applied to.

The text further elaborates that the planes of space can be recorded through bounding lines or solid colors, leading to a statement of planar relations. This applies to the entire painting, from the large design to the smallest detail. The mode of existence in painting is described as a way of handling reality, where the division of space in any region can be checked through basic coordinates of length, direction, and contrast.

The notes include a simple diagram illustrating the concept of "boundary" and "solid color tone plane," which visually depicts how these elements interact within a painting. The text also discusses the unity of contrast relations in regional relations, the value of associational shapes, and the fundamental concept of texture in an area. It explains that color should be regarded as the fundamental texture of a region and that any division within this area should not be in the nature of an overall texture but rather as a specific simple planar relation.

The overall message of the notes is that the key to achieving a realistic division of space in painting lies in the imaginative use of these fundamental principles.

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This image appears to be a typed document titled "NOTES," dated March 31, 1938. The document discusses the simplest form of statement of 3-dimensional relations, focusing on a straight line with specific attributes such as color, length, width, and direction. It emphasizes that all decisions about these attributes must be made with reference to the particular region to which they refer.

The planes of space can be recorded by bounding lines or solid colors, resulting in a statement of planar relations. This applies from the overall picture to the smallest detail, which is the mode of existence of reality in painting. The division of space in any region can be checked by reference to basic coordinates of length, direction, and contrast.

The document includes two diagrams:

  1. A square labeled "boundary" with an inner rectangle.
  2. A square labeled "solid color tone plane" with a dark rectangular shape inside.

The text continues to discuss the unity of contrast relations, the value of associative shapes, and the importance of regarding the color of an area as the fundamental texture. It advises against over-all textures and suggests treating the area as a drawing with specific simple planar relations. This concept is presented as the key to the imaginative division of space to attain reality.

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