Untitled ["tattoo" book] by James McCracken Jr.

Untitled ["tattoo" book] 1971

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photo of handprinted image

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shading to add clarity

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ink paper printed

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old engraving style

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hand drawn type

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round design

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flat colour

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limited contrast and shading

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ink colored

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coloring book page

James McCracken Jr.'s 1971 artwork "Untitled ["tattoo" book]" features a striking black and red design against a white background. The central motif is a black circle with a stylized human figure inside, possibly referencing a tattoo. Surrounding the circle are four red skulls, symbolizing death and the macabre. The work is small in scale, measuring only 17.1 x 13 x 1.5 cm, and is a part of the "tattoo" book series by McCracken, who was known for his exploration of personal symbolism and the human condition through his work.

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