Robert Bigelow

Bigelow, Bob

American, active late 20th century

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The image displays a bold, rectangular black shape on the left and a curved, flowing white edge on the right, set against a white background. The composition balances positive and negative space in an abstract manner, allowing for interaction between the black and white areas.
Ellsworth Kelly, Robert Bigelow, Charles Ritt, Anthony Zepeda, Barbara Thomason, Gemini G.E.L., Germigny, 1976, lithograph in black and intaglio in gray with debossing on Rives Roll wove paper, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 1991.74.113

Germigny

Ellsworth Kelly, Robert Bigelow, Charles Ritt, Anthony Zepeda, Barbara Thomason, Gemini G.E.L. · 1976 · lithograph in black and intaglio in gray with debossing on Rives Roll wove paper ·  Accession ID  1991.74.113

The image displays a large rectangular prism with translucent sides positioned on a plane of contrasting colors. The abstract lines and shapes create a sense of three-dimensionality, resembling a tunnel or box. The rectangular shape blends green, yellow, and red gradients, similar to glass or colorful sculpture. The background features textured, multi-colored patterns, hinting at a dreamy landscape or abstract graffiti.
Ronald Davis, Daniel Freeman, Anthony Zepeda, Robert Bigelow, Serge Lozingot, Barbara Thomason, Gemini G.E.L., Vent Beam, 1975, color lithograph on Arches Velin wove paper, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 1981.5.8

Vent Beam

Ronald Davis, Daniel Freeman, Anthony Zepeda, Robert Bigelow, Serge Lozingot, Barbara Thomason, Gemini G.E.L. · 1975 · color lithograph on Arches Velin wove paper ·  Accession ID  1981.5.8

The image features various overlapping shapes and lines. There is a large black and white photograph of a cow's head at the top, along with a grid of newspaper clippings. Below this, abstract shapes include a circular form with a symmetrical wing-like pattern inside. Surrounding these elements are two halves of a portrait of an individual in a green hue. Towards the bottom, there are triangular shapes resembling pyramids superimposed onto a cracked earth texture.
Robert Rauschenberg, Robert Bigelow, Barbara Thomason, Gemini G.E.L., Ringer (State), 1974, color solvent transfer and collage on cheesecloth, silk satin, and Chinese silk, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1990.71.11

Ringer (State)

Robert Rauschenberg, Robert Bigelow, Barbara Thomason, Gemini G.E.L. · 1974 · color solvent transfer and collage on cheesecloth, silk satin, and Chinese silk ·  Accession ID  1990.71.11

The image contains a variety of geometric shapes, grids, and organic forms. A blue chair silhouette is at the top, contrasting with gray-scale abstract shapes below. The shapes resemble skeletal structures, possibly hinting at an x-ray image. There are abstract lines, curves, and radial patterns in the background. Red lines form a grid-like pattern in the middle section. Textures and forms suggest gears, dials, or machinery parts. The composition blends abstract and recognizable elements in a complex way.
Robert Rauschenberg, Kenneth Tyler, Robert Bigelow, Gemini G.E.L., Booster, 1967, color lithograph and screenprint on Curtis Domestic Rag wove paper, Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Maclyn E. Wade, 1978.92.11

Booster

Robert Rauschenberg, Kenneth Tyler, Robert Bigelow, Gemini G.E.L. · 1967 · color lithograph and screenprint on Curtis Domestic Rag wove paper ·  Accession ID  1978.92.11

The image displays intersecting shapes and lines in black and red tones. Broad brushstrokes meet sharp lines, creating a dynamic movement. There are elements resembling newspaper clippings and photographs, including a partially obscured face and text fragments.
Robert Rauschenberg, James Webb, Robert Bigelow, Gemini G.E.L., Test Stone #3, 1967, lithograph in red and black on Barcham Green wove paper, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 1991.74.247

Test Stone #3

Robert Rauschenberg, James Webb, Robert Bigelow, Gemini G.E.L. · 1967 · lithograph in red and black on Barcham Green wove paper ·  Accession ID  1991.74.247

The image includes abstract shapes and lines organized across the canvas. Two identical machine-like structures with curved arrows are at the top center, connected to labeled arrows with (S) and (F). Below them are textured rectangular forms with abstracted photographic elements. To the right, there is an irregular circular shape filled with swirling black. Near the top right, a small circle is rough and red with a textured border.
Robert Rauschenberg, Robert Bigelow, Octavio Pereira, Gemini G.E.L., Test Stone #5, 1967, lithograph in black and red on Rives BFK wove paper, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 1981.5.73

Test Stone #5

Robert Rauschenberg, Robert Bigelow, Octavio Pereira, Gemini G.E.L. · 1967 · lithograph in black and red on Rives BFK wove paper ·  Accession ID  1981.5.73

The image shows an arrangement of rectangular and irregular shapes with overlapping lines and varying textures, creating an abstract composition. Recognizable elements include a photograph of a man in aviator attire beside an aircraft, military-related visuals, and scenes of urban life with vehicles and buildings. These objects are integrated within the abstract layout, appearing as fragmented echoes of the original scenes, contributing to a collage-like effect.
Robert Rauschenberg, Kenneth Tyler, Robert Bigelow, Gemini G.E.L., Test Stone #2, 1967, lithograph on Rives BFK wove paper, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 1991.74.245

Test Stone #2

Robert Rauschenberg, Kenneth Tyler, Robert Bigelow, Gemini G.E.L. · 1967 · lithograph on Rives BFK wove paper ·  Accession ID  1991.74.245

The image displays a composition of bold, curved shapes and lines. In the upper section, a red abstract form resembles extended wings or an hourglass shape against a soft pink background. Below, a mound-like shape in red sits on a rectangular base, with a softer, cloud-textured pink area beneath it. This abstract artwork uses organic shapes to suggest familiar objects while emphasizing form and color contrast.
Clinton Adams, Robert Bigelow, Erwin Erickson, Tamarind Institute, Little Red Arabesque, 1966, color lithograph on Copperplate Deluxe wove paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1983.18.52

Little Red Arabesque

Clinton Adams, Robert Bigelow, Erwin Erickson, Tamarind Institute · 1966 · color lithograph on Copperplate Deluxe wove paper ·  Accession ID  1983.18.52

This abstract image consists of various shapes and lines composing an intriguing composition. A diamond-shaped form is located in the center, flanked by two elongated oval shapes. Below the central forms are two hand shapes reaching upwards, with thin, stick-like lines adjacent to them. The top of the image is enclosed by a dark wavy line. The overall arrangement creates an abstract depiction that may evoke a face.
Man Ray, James Webb, Robert Bigelow, Gemini G.E.L., Untitled, 1966, lithograph on Rives BFK wove paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1971.68.1

Untitled

Man Ray, James Webb, Robert Bigelow, Gemini G.E.L. · 1966 · lithograph on Rives BFK wove paper ·  Accession ID  1971.68.1

The image features an elongated, elliptical shape centered vertically within a rectangle. The design includes concentric lines in shades of red, orange, pink, and cream resembling a layered geological formation or a flower petal. The background has a textured surface with warm tones.
Clinton Adams, Robert Bigelow, Erwin Erickson, Tamarind Institute, Helios, 1966, color lithograph on Copperplate Deluxe wove paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1983.18.53

Helios

Clinton Adams, Robert Bigelow, Erwin Erickson, Tamarind Institute · 1966 · color lithograph on Copperplate Deluxe wove paper ·  Accession ID  1983.18.53