Bruce Nauman – House Divided

House Divided, 1985

• Artist: Bruce Nauman (American, born 1941)
• Medium: Etching and drypoint on Fabriano Rosaspina paper
• Dimensions (sheet): 711 × 994 mm (28 × 39 1/8 in)
• Dimensions (image): 603 × 828 mm (23 3/4 × 32 5/8 in)
• Edition: 23 (plus seven artist's proofs)
• Signature: Signed and dated '83' in pencil by the artist
• Publisher: Gemini G.E.L., Los Angeles (blindstamps and ink stamp on reverse present)
• Framed: Yes

House Divided is an etching and drypoint on Fabriano Rosaspina paper, executed in 1985 and published by Gemini G.E.L., Los Angeles. This impression is  from the edition of 23 — one of only 23 numbered examples, plus seven artist's proofs — signed and dated '83' in pencil by the artist. The work bears the blindstamps and ink stamp of Gemini G.E.L. on the reverse and is preserved with full margins, framed.

The work exemplifies the conceptually rigorous and formally restrained visual language of Bruce Nauman, one of the most influential and critically acclaimed American artists of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Working across sculpture, video, neon, performance, and printmaking, Nauman has consistently interrogated the nature of language, perception, and the body — using simple forms and charged titles to generate profound psychological and philosophical resonance. In House Divided, the title — a direct reference to Abraham Lincoln's famous 1858 speech — carries a weight of political and social history that infuses the composition with layers of meaning extending far beyond its formal qualities. The etching and drypoint technique, with its precise incised lines and subtle tonal variations, reflects Nauman's mastery of the print medium and his ability to transform a technical process into a vehicle for conceptual inquiry.

Published by Gemini G.E.L. — one of the most prestigious and historically significant print workshops in the world, whose roster includes Johns, Rauschenberg, Lichtenstein, and Serra — this impression carries an impeccable production and institutional pedigree. Works produced by Gemini G.E.L. are held in the permanent collections of MoMA, the Art Institute of Chicago, the National Gallery of Art, and major institutions worldwide.

Preserved with full margins and presented framed, the work is in good condition.

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FAQ

Is this an original work by Bruce Nauman? Yes. House Divided is an authentic limited edition etching and drypoint, hand-signed and dated in pencil by Bruce Nauman

What printing technique was used? The work is an etching and drypoint on Fabriano Rosaspina paper — a premium Italian printmaking paper prized for its archival quality and surface texture. The combination of etching and drypoint creates a rich tonal range and subtle textural depth characteristic of Nauman's print practice.

Is the artwork hand-signed? Yes — signed and dated '83' in pencil by the artist.

What is the edition size? The work was produced in a strictly limited edition of 23, plus seven artist's proofs — making it an exceptionally rare and desirable collectible.

Who published this work? The work was published by Gemini G.E.L., Los Angeles — one of the most prestigious print workshops in the world, whose blindstamps and ink stamp are present on the reverse of this impression.

What are the dimensions of the piece? Sheet: 711 × 994 mm (28 × 39 1/8 in) Image: 603 × 828 mm (23 3/4 × 32 5/8 in)

Is the artwork framed? Yes. The work is presented framed, ready for display.

What is the condition of the work? Good condition. Full margins preserved. Not examined outside of frame. Full condition report available upon request.