Two Rotors, Two Cubes
1970
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lithograph
Classification
Department
CG-W
Museum
National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
Credit
Gift of June Wayne
Accession Number
1974.99.126
Art Historical Context
George Rickey's *Two Rotors, Twoes* (1970) is a captivating lithograph captures the essence of the pioneering work in kinetic sculpture. Best known for his large-scale, wind-activated outdoor installations made of polished stainless steel, Rickey explored movement and geometry in the post-World War II era. This print likely reproduces the design of one of his signature pieces—two rotating rectangular forms paired with cubic elements—evoking the subtle, perpetual motion that defined his career. As a lithograph, the work showcases a venerable printmaking technique where the artist draws directl...