Rufino Tamayo

Mexican, 1899 - 1991

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  • The image shows a vertical gray rectangle intersected by a large circular ring against a textured deep green background. The composition resembles a key inserted through a ring or loop, with a solid green background transitioning into brown at the bottom.

    Untitled

    Rufino Tamayo

    c. 1981

    Stencil print with embossing on hand-made paper  Accession ID  1981.61.3

    Not on view
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    Tres Sandies Rojo

    Rufino Tamayo

    1970

    Color lithograph on rives blk  Accession ID  2002.157.38

    Not on view
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    Variations on a Man #2

    Rufino Tamayo, Tamarind Institute

    1964

    Lithograph (aluminum, zinc and stone) in beige, green-yellow, pink-brown and green-gray on rives bfk paper  Accession ID  1984.34.973

    Not on view
  • The image depicts a stylized portrait of an individual shown from the shoulders up. The person is positioned facing forward, with the body slightly turned to the side. Their facial features have an abstract and exaggerated quality, with large circular eyes, a prominent oval nose, and round cheeks, while the face is divided into contrasting light and dark halves. The hair is depicted in a similar two-tone style and is topped with a large brimmed hat. The person wears a textured garment, possibly a coat or jacket, adorned with a subtle pattern blending into the background. The background itself is a textured mix of patterns and shapes, with uneven shading creating a dark, atmospheric setting.

    Man with Hat

    Rufino Tamayo, Tamarind Institute

    1964

    Lithograph (stone) in red-black on white arches paper  Accession ID  1984.34.974

    Not on view
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    Man in the Doorway #2

    Rufino Tamayo, Tamarind Institute

    1964

    Lithograph (stone) in black on rives bfk paper  Accession ID  1984.34.990

    Not on view
  • The image shows bold, dark lines intersecting to create an abstract shape resembling a face. Two circles suggest eyes, and a larger oval below them represents a mouth. The composition is abstract, with the lines and forms evoking a mask or primitive face. The background is filled with small, irregular dots, enhancing the textured appearance and adding depth around the face-like form.

    Head

    Rufino Tamayo, Tamarind Institute

    1964

    Lithograph (stone) in black on white arches paper  Accession ID  1984.34.988

    Not on view
  • The image contains bold, curving lines and elliptical shapes forming the outline of an abstract face at the center. The structure is framed by swirling lines that resemble hair or a headdress. There are circular shapes for eyes, an elongated form for a nose, and a horizontal line for a mouth. The composition gives an abstract impression of a face, resembling a mask or a dream-like entity.

    Head

    Rufino Tamayo, Tamarind Institute

    1964

    Lithograph (stone) in green-black on buff arches paper  Accession ID  1984.34.981

    Not on view
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    Woman

    Rufino Tamayo, Tamarind Institute

    1964

    Lithograph (stone and zinc) in orange, ochre, two browns and red on white arches paper  Accession ID  1984.34.977

    Not on view
  • The image shows a bold, abstract form made of thick black and white lines. The shape resembles a face with circular eyes, a horizontal line for a nose, and an oval or rectangular shape below for a mouth. The outer shape can be seen as an oversized helmet or mask.

    Head

    Rufino Tamayo, Tamarind Institute

    1964

    Lithograph (stone) in black on white arches paper  Accession ID  1984.34.986

    Not on view
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    Profile of a Man

    Rufino Tamayo, Tamarind Institute

    1964

    Lithograph (stone) in black on white arches paper  Accession ID  1984.34.978

    Not on view
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    Ghost

    Rufino Tamayo, Tamarind Institute

    1964

    Lithograph (zinc) in transparent green and brown-green on white arches paper  Accession ID  1984.34.980

    Not on view
  • The image displays bold, sweeping lines and circular shapes that dominate the composition forming an abstract arrangement. The central circular form resembles a face with two prominent circular outlines suggesting eyes. Additional vertical and diagonal lines intersect within this circular area. The background consists of broad, arched strokes that frame the central form.

    Head of Colossus

    Rufino Tamayo, Tamarind Institute

    1964

    Lithograph (stone) in black on white arches paper  Accession ID  1984.34.983

    Not on view