Jasper Johns American Oil on Canvas

Updated September 1, 2026

Title: 0 Through 9 Technique: Oil on canvas Measures: 32 x 24 inches (81.3 x 61 cm) Year: 1961 Condition: Good condition. The surface presents substantial layered pigment application, energetic brushwork, and varied areas of texture throughout. Minor surface wear and handling marks consistent with age may be present. The canvas appears stable and display-ready, retaining its strong coloration and overall visual impact. Presented framed. Provenance: From a private Florida collection. According to verbal history, the work was purchased from the contents of a New York estate in 1996 and transported to Florida shortly thereafter, where it remained in private hands. The above provenance reflects the ownership history that accompanied the artwork at the time it was received for cataloging. Visual Description: This densely layered abstract composition combines broad gestural passages of red, yellow, orange, blue, green, gray, black, and white with sweeping linear elements. Curving outlines and intersecting vertical and horizontal lines suggest overlapping numerical forms embedded within the painted field. Thick, irregular brushstrokes create a highly active surface, while the repeated arcs and loops guide the eye through the composition. The contrast between vivid blocks of color and darker linear structures produces a strong sense of movement, compression, and layered spatial complexity. Additional Information: The reverse bears a large inscription reading “Jasper Johns 0–9 ’61,” together with an affixed label identifying the title as 0 Through 9, the medium as oil on canvas, the dimensions as 32 x 24 inches, and the year as 1961. Additional stamps are visible on the reverse. These elements are recorded for cataloging purposes and do not independently establish authenticity, prior ownership, or a documented gallery transaction.This composition reflects stylistic elements commonly associated with major figures in modern and contemporary art. For additional information regarding certification, provenance, or any inquiries about this piece or other items, please don't hesitate to contact us through the HiBid platform. A secondary market exists for uncatalogued artworks like this one, which often results in lower estimated and sale prices compared to catalogued artist works. If you have any specific questions or require further assistance in understanding the value, context, or details of this artwork, we are here to help and provide any additional information you may need. price point than authenticated works by that artist, which may command significantly higher prices in the established fine-art market. Offered “in the style of” the named artist, the work should be appreciated and valued on its own merits as a hand-created piece inspired by an important artistic tradition. It provides an accessible way to acquire a visually compelling artwork reflecting the aesthetic qualities associated with a celebrated artist without the price expectations att

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