Egypt: Day and Night

In this dynamic lithograph, a stylized figure, almost a hieroglyph, takes center stage, its body divided into two distinct halves: one black, one white. This stark contrast immediately suggests the "Day and Night" of the title, with radiating lines emanating from both sides, implying energy and constant motion. The figure's arms are raised, and its legs are bent in a lively, almost dance-like pose, a characteristic often seen in the artist's early work. The simplified forms and bold outlines give the piece a graphic quality, reminiscent of ancient Egyptian art, yet infused with the vibrant, immediate energy of 1970s New York. This work, created when the artist was just 19, shows an early exploration of the universal symbols and direct communication that would define his later public art.