Brice Marden – Tiles: one plate (1979) | Original Etching

Tiles: one plate (1979)

Artist: Brice Marden (1938–2023)
Title: Tiles: one plate
Date: 1979
Medium: Etching and aquatint on Somerset Satin paper
Dimensions:

Image: 20 × 20 cm (7 7/8 × 7 7/8 in.)

Sheet: 75.6 × 57.2 cm (29 3/4 × 22 1/2 in.)
Edition: Trial proof (TP); the edition was 50 impressions with 12 artist’s proofs
Signature: Signed and annotated “TP” in pencil
Publisher: Parasol Press, New York
Printing: Printed in the United States
Framing: Unframed
Condition: Excellent overall condition
Certificate: Gallery Certificate of Authenticity included

Description

Tiles: one plate (1979) is a refined and contemplative work by Brice Marden, a major figure of postwar American abstraction whose practice is closely associated with Minimalism and a deeply personal exploration of surface, structure, and repetition.

Executed as an etching and aquatint on Somerset Satin paper, the work exemplifies Marden’s disciplined approach to form and material. The square image, precisely centered within generous margins, emphasizes balance and restraint while inviting prolonged visual engagement. Subtle tonal variations and delicate textures reveal the artist’s sensitivity to process and his interest in the physicality of the printed surface.

The Tiles series reflects Marden’s fascination with modular forms and quiet rhythm, evoking architectural patterns and meditative repetition. Through minimal means, the work achieves a sense of stillness and concentration that is characteristic of Marden’s mature graphic language.

This impression is signed and annotated “TP” (trial proof) in pencil, indicating a rare working proof created outside the standard edition. Trial proofs are particularly sought after for their proximity to the artist’s process and their limited availability. Published by Parasol Press, New York, one of the most important publishers of contemporary prints, this work represents a highly collectible example of Brice Marden’s printmaking from a pivotal period of his career.

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FAQ — Tiles: one plate (1979)

Is this an original work?
Yes — this is an original etching and aquatint by Brice Marden.

What does “TP” mean?
“TP” stands for trial proof, a rare proof made during the printmaking process outside the standard numbered edition.

Is the artwork signed?
Yes. The work is signed and annotated “TP” in pencil by the artist.

What is the condition of the artwork?
The work is in excellent condition overall and retains its full margins.

Is the artwork framed?
No — the work is currently unframed.

Who published this work?
The print was published by Parasol Press, New York, and printed in the United States.

Do you ship internationally?
Yes — worldwide insured shipping is available.