Leon Golub

Golub, Leon Albert

American, 1922 - 2004

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The image depicts dark chains curving and intertwining on the left side, resembling twisted vines or snakes. On the right side, there is an abstract human figure in gray, partially enveloped by a bold red arc. Above the figure, handwritten text reads "they will torture you, my friend Antaud."
Nancy Spero, Leon Golub, Chiron Press, David R. Godine, Center for Constitutional Rights, They Will Torture You My Friend, 1971 (published 1972), color screenprint on wove paper, Gift of Bob Stana and Tom Judy, 2018.143.62

They Will Torture You My Friend

Nancy Spero, Leon Golub, Chiron Press, David R. Godine, Center for Constitutional Rights · 1971 (published 1972) · color screenprint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2018.143.62

The image depicts bold brushstrokes forming an abstract composition. In the center, there is a figure resembling a human shape with a raised arm. The lines and patches create movement and energy. The abstract shapes and earthy tones give an organic, fluid quality to the depiction.
Leon Golub, Tamarind Institute, Struggle, 1965, lithograph (stone) in brown and black on Rives BFKpaper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1983.18.554

Struggle

Leon Golub, Tamarind Institute · 1965 · lithograph (stone) in brown and black on Rives BFKpaper ·  Accession ID  1983.18.554

The image shows an abstract representation of a person with the head, shoulders, and part of one arm depicted. The head is turned slightly to the side with facial features created using bold, dark strokes. The hair is short and similarly dark, blending into the facial contours. The rest of the figure is depicted with broad strokes of orange paint, with the arm outstretched in the same color. Beneath the arm, there are vibrant red strokes. The background is a light-colored canvas. No jewelry or additional objects are visible.
Leon Golub, Tamarind Institute, Orator II, 1965, lithograph (stone) in pink-orange, red and gray-violet on white Arches paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1983.18.550

Orator II

Leon Golub, Tamarind Institute · 1965 · lithograph (stone) in pink-orange, red and gray-violet on white Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1983.18.550

The image displays bold, sweeping brushstrokes in black, red, and blue colors across the canvas. The black strokes form a shape that could be interpreted as a human figure or silhouette in motion, with flowing lines extending from the upper portion. Surrounding and intersecting the black form are red and blue swathes of color, creating a dynamic contrast that resembles trails or streaks.
Leon Golub, Tamarind Institute, Wounded Sphinx, 1965, lithograph (stone) in blue, black and red on Copperplate Deluxe paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1983.18.553

Wounded Sphinx

Leon Golub, Tamarind Institute · 1965 · lithograph (stone) in blue, black and red on Copperplate Deluxe paper ·  Accession ID  1983.18.553

The image displays bold, sweeping brushstrokes and jagged lines that dominate the composition to create an abstract representation. The shapes resemble distorted human figures or silhouettes emerging from a chaotic wave of dark maroon and crimson strokes. The lines twist and intertwine, suggesting movements reminiscent of a dance or struggle, with limbs and torso-like shapes forming recognizable yet ambiguous patterns. The artwork captures the eye with dynamic, energetic brushwork that mirrors familiar human forms.
Leon Golub, Tamarind Institute, Man and Woman, 1965, lithograph (stone) in dark red on Copperplate Deluxe paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1983.18.556

Man and Woman

Leon Golub, Tamarind Institute · 1965 · lithograph (stone) in dark red on Copperplate Deluxe paper ·  Accession ID  1983.18.556

The image shows broad, sweeping strokes of black and dark red across a light background, forming an abstract depiction of a figure. The lines converge and diverge to create the appearance of motion or falling. The red splashes resemble trailing fabric or energy, while blurred lines around the arm and body suggest speed or force. The use of abstract expression results in a dynamic figure, similar to a person experiencing a dramatic event or impact.
Leon Golub, Tamarind Institute, Wounded Sphinx II, 1965, lithograph (stone) in dark blue and red on Arches paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1983.18.557

Wounded Sphinx II

Leon Golub, Tamarind Institute · 1965 · lithograph (stone) in dark blue and red on Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1983.18.557

The image displays bold, sweeping lines and shapes that intersect and overlap across the canvas. Dark brushstrokes create a sense of movement and dynamism. Within the abstract pattern are shapes reminiscent of human forms, suggesting figures in motion. These shapes evoke swirling fabric or flowing water with a dynamic tension between elements.
Leon Golub, Tamarind Institute, Fleeing Girls, 1965, lithograph (stone) in dark green on Rives BFK paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1983.18.551

Fleeing Girls

Leon Golub, Tamarind Institute · 1965 · lithograph (stone) in dark green on Rives BFK paper ·  Accession ID  1983.18.551

The image displays bold, sweeping strokes and elongated lines that crisscross the canvas, creating an abstract composition. The dynamic lines and brushstrokes suggest movement and energy. The use of thick, black strokes on a pale background emphasizes direction, giving the artwork an organic and untamed quality.
Leon Golub, Niobid II, 1965, lithograph (stone) in black on white Arches paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1983.18.558

Niobid II

Leon Golub · 1965 · lithograph (stone) in black on white Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1983.18.558

The image features bold brushstrokes creating an abstract composition. The shapes resemble two human figures in dynamic poses. One figure is kneeling and reaching forward, while the other is standing with arms extended above. Dark green and black hues are prominent, with hints of orange and beige. The artwork depicts figures in motion with raw and energetic style.
Leon Golub, Niobe, 1965, lithograph (stone) in orange-brown, black and darkgreen on Rives BFK paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1983.18.549

Niobe

Leon Golub · 1965 · lithograph (stone) in orange-brown, black and darkgreen on Rives BFK paper ·  Accession ID  1983.18.549

The image displays dynamic, flowing shapes and bold lines in an abstract composition. Bold, sweeping black strokes are accented with splashes of red. The shapes and lines resemble a human form, featuring an arm extended outward and legs poised as if to stride. Red accents evoke movement or action, suggesting a dancer or athlete in motion.
Leon Golub, Niobid, 1965, lithograph (stone) in orange, blue-green and blackon Rives BFK paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1983.18.552

Niobid

Leon Golub · 1965 · lithograph (stone) in orange, blue-green and blackon Rives BFK paper ·  Accession ID  1983.18.552