Jan Groth

Norwegian, 1938 - 2022

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The artwork features a thin, vertical black line that extends from the bottom towards the center of a vast, empty background, creating an abstract composition. At the top of the line, there are two small, abstract shapes. The piece shows simplicity and minimalism.
Jan Groth, Untitled, 1991, crayon on paper, Gift of the Estate of Jan Groth, 2026.44.2

Untitled

Jan Groth · 1991 · crayon on paper ·  Accession ID  2026.44.2
This abstract artwork features a predominantly blank canvas with a thin, elongated black line extending vertically from the lower right side. The line has a slight curve and culminates in a small cluster of more intricate, linear shapes. The background is stark, contrasting with the fine, black detail.
Jan Groth, Untitled, 1991, crayon on paper, Gift of the Estate of Jan Groth, 2026.44.3

Untitled

Jan Groth · 1991 · crayon on paper ·  Accession ID  2026.44.3
The image shows a composition of thin, intersecting black lines in a pattern resembling a simple tree or plant with bare branches. The central vertical line acts as the trunk, with diagonal lines extending like sparse branches. The lines stand out against a white background.
Jan Groth, Untitled, 1982, crayon on paper, Dorothy and Herbert Vogel Collection, 2007.6.106

Untitled

Jan Groth · 1982 · crayon on paper ·  Accession ID  2007.6.106
The image shows a series of angular lines connected with vertical lines and a continuous horizontal line on the right side. The composition resembles minimalistic peaks and valleys or a stylized heart monitor reading, presented simply. The bold lines and their placement against a plain background create a sense of structured harmony in this abstract art piece.
Jan Groth, Untitled, 1978, black crayon on paper, Dorothy and Herbert Vogel Collection, 2007.6.105

Untitled

Jan Groth · 1978 · black crayon on paper ·  Accession ID  2007.6.105
The artwork features thin, intersecting lines that extend vertically, forming an abstract shape. At the top, the lines converge into a series of angular, overlapping forms. The composition is minimalistic, emphasizing the stark contrast of the dark lines against the light background.
Jan Groth, Untitled, 1975, crayon on paper, Gift of the Estate of Jan Groth, 2026.44.1

Untitled

Jan Groth · 1975 · crayon on paper ·  Accession ID  2026.44.1
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Jan Groth · 2014 · crayon on paper ·  Accession ID  2026.44.5
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Jan Groth · 1997 · crayon on paper ·  Accession ID  2026.44.4