Yvonne St II

Yvonne St II, 1979, R.C. Gorman, lithograph, State II, reinterprets the same seated composition as State I, but rendered with a rust-reddish-brown blanket instead of dark burgundy. The pose, posture, and emotional presence remain identical—the same quiet contemplation and dignified bearing—but the color shift imparts a different tonal feeling and warmth. By systematically varying the blanket color across states while preserving the underlying composition, Gorman explores how chromatic choices affect emotional resonance and visual impact. The warm rust tones in State II create a more sunlit, accessible feeling compared to the cooler burgundy of State I. This state study reveals Gorman’s methodical experimentation with color and demonstrates the richness possible within a single compositional framework. Essential for collectors studying Gorman’s state variations and printmaking process.