I and Eye, Truth and Truth
1987

Oak, bois d'are        103 x 72 x 53 in        261.6 x 182.9 x 134.6 cm       Collection Nelson -Atkins Museum of Art, Kansas City

"The best formal analysis I have heard about James’s work came from (Texas artist) Michael Tracy. Michael called me up late one night to trace the movement of James’ work, from resting on the ground, to being up on legs, assuming point, and then flying."

-Hiram Butler, gallerist, colleague and friend of James Surls, from interview with Terrie Sultan, 2004.