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This abstract print was created by Albert Christ-Janer, though we don't know exactly when. It has a tactile quality, a result of a labor-intensive method combining printmaking and painting. The image is dominated by an inky blackness, offset by textured beige that resembles a geological survey. The surface has a rough, almost eroded quality. It's as though Christ-Janer wanted to push the boundaries of the printmaking process. Rather than a smooth, repeatable image, it's a unique, almost sculptural surface. The artist's hand is evident in the linear details, which resemble cartographic markings. The circles could be core samples, or other geological features. Perhaps Christ-Janer sought to elevate the traditionally functional, analytical style of geological surveys to the level of fine art. This work invites us to consider how materials, processes, and context intertwine to challenge conventional distinctions between art and craft.