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Leroy W. Flint

(Ashtabula, OH, Ohio, 1909 - 1991, Akron, Ohio)

Metaphor

1950

Tempera on fiberboard

27 1/2 x 23 1/2 in. (69.9 x 59.7 cm)

Collection of the Akron Art Museum

Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Keithley

1974.107

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Typical of Flint's style, this painting reveals an angular construction reminiscent of Cubism. The image is largely abstracted, yet still contains the recognizable subject of the sun in a sky of indeterminate depth. The allegorical title is deliberately vague, allowing viewers to interpret the image as they choose.

Keywords
American
Cleveland School
Abstract art
Tempera