Edward Kienholz

American, 1927 - 1994

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The sculpture is a representation of an old television set crafted from a repurposed olive green jerry can. It features retro-style screen and knobs mounted on a textured, metal television stand with wheels. The sculpture combines an old-fashioned aesthetic with a utilitarian form. The color scheme consists primarily of olive green with black and silver on the stand and knobs. The materials used are metal and plastic, giving it a sturdy and industrial look. The television set has an extended antenna and a non-functional transparent screen that accurately depicts the curve and style of a traditional cathode-ray tube television.
Edward Kienholz, Nancy Reddin Kienholz, Jeff Sanders, Wayne Nielsen, Steve Katz, Gemini G.E.L., The Jerry Can Standard, 1981, painted-metal military gasoline can with Fresnel lens system, television knobs, and electrical components on metal and Formica stand with doily, cassette player, and specially-produced cassette tapes, dripped with polyester resin, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 1981.5.278

The Jerry Can Standard

Edward Kienholz, Nancy Reddin Kienholz, Jeff Sanders, Wayne Nielsen, Steve Katz, Gemini G.E.L. · 1981 · painted-metal military gasoline can with Fresnel lens system, television knobs, and electrical components on metal and Formica stand with doily, cassette player, and specially-produced cassette tapes, dripped with polyester resin ·  Accession ID  1981.5.278

The sculpture depicts a vintage television set. It is made from a material resembling concrete or plaster, with a textured gray surface. A wooden frame surrounds the screen, and it includes a brown leather handle on top. The television has metal knobs with a shiny finish and an antenna extending upwards from the top, referencing an old-fashioned television design. The piece has a utilitarian aesthetic reminiscent of mid-20th-century objects.
Edward Kienholz, Nancy Reddin Kienholz, Jeff Sanders, Wayne Nielsen, Gemini G.E.L., The Block Head, 1981, concrete and pumice construction block with wooden bevel, Fresnel lens system, television knobs, leather handle, and transistor radio, dripped with polyester resin, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 1981.5.273

The Block Head

Edward Kienholz, Nancy Reddin Kienholz, Jeff Sanders, Wayne Nielsen, Gemini G.E.L. · 1981 · concrete and pumice construction block with wooden bevel, Fresnel lens system, television knobs, leather handle, and transistor radio, dripped with polyester resin ·  Accession ID  1981.5.273

The sculpture depicts a vintage television set with a screen showing a black and white landscape with figures in a field. The exterior is made of a metallic material, featuring a silvery and slightly tarnished surface for a worn appearance. The TV's screen is convex within a rectangular metal frame with a black trim. Below the screen, there is a vent-like design with horizontal slats, and to the right is a circular dial with numbers for channel selection. Adjacent to the dial are two metallic knobs, each with a small groove. The sculpture includes a carrying handle on top and an antenna-like feature, reminiscent of early 20th-century television sets.
Edward Kienholz, Nancy Reddin Kienholz, Ron McPherson, Jeff Sanders, Peter Carlson, Gemini G.E.L., The Opti-Can Royale, 1977, metal can, Fresnel lens system, television knobs, light bulb, electrical components, and set of five photographic insert cards, dripped with epoxy resin, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 1981.5.206.1-6

The Opti-Can Royale

Edward Kienholz, Nancy Reddin Kienholz, Ron McPherson, Jeff Sanders, Peter Carlson, Gemini G.E.L. · 1977 · metal can, Fresnel lens system, television knobs, light bulb, electrical components, and set of five photographic insert cards, dripped with epoxy resin ·  Accession ID  1981.5.206.1-6

Edward Kienholz, Nancy Reddin Kienholz, Ron McPherson, Jeff Sanders, Peter Carlson, Gemini G.E.L., The Billionaire Deluxe, 1977, metal can, Fresnel lens system, television knobs, solid-state electronic counter, and electrical components, dripped with epoxy resin, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 1981.5.132

The Billionaire Deluxe

Edward Kienholz, Nancy Reddin Kienholz, Ron McPherson, Jeff Sanders, Peter Carlson, Gemini G.E.L. · 1977 · metal can, Fresnel lens system, television knobs, solid-state electronic counter, and electrical components, dripped with epoxy resin ·  Accession ID  1981.5.132

The sculpture depicts a vintage television set with a square screen, dials, knobs, and an antenna on top. It is primarily beige with a black outline around the screen, and the material appears to resemble metal. It features a retro design with circular perforations on the front panel and a gauge-style dial. There is a carry handle on top of the television. The proportions and details make it resemble an older model TV, reminiscent of mid-20th-century designs. The piece is designed to look like one of the early portable televisions.
Edward Kienholz, Nancy Reddin Kienholz, Ron McPherson, Jeff Sanders, Peter Carlson, Gemini G.E.L., The Econo-Can, 1977, metal can, Fresnel lens system, television knobs, and electrical components, dripped with epoxy resin, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 1981.5.207

The Econo-Can

Edward Kienholz, Nancy Reddin Kienholz, Ron McPherson, Jeff Sanders, Peter Carlson, Gemini G.E.L. · 1977 · metal can, Fresnel lens system, television knobs, and electrical components, dripped with epoxy resin ·  Accession ID  1981.5.207

The image shows a framed display of six cards, each featuring different scenes with people in Victorian or early Edwardian attire. The scenes depict various narratives, such as a wedding, social events, and a baptism. The frame is ornately carved from wood with a floral motif on top. The cards show individuals in different poses, both seated and standing, against different backdrops like greenery and indoor settings. A small brass plate at the bottom likely identifies the artist or collection.
Edward Kienholz, Gary Reams, Raul Guerrero, Peter Carlson, Gemini G.E.L., The Marriage Icon, 1972, photo-offset lithographs, hand-colored photographs, and nylon lace mounted on black Arches wove paper in a polyester-resin-coated oak frame, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 1981.5.205

The Marriage Icon

Edward Kienholz, Gary Reams, Raul Guerrero, Peter Carlson, Gemini G.E.L. · 1972 · photo-offset lithographs, hand-colored photographs, and nylon lace mounted on black Arches wove paper in a polyester-resin-coated oak frame ·  Accession ID  1981.5.205

This is a photograph of a stylized license plate. The image features an orange license plate with large, black lettering that reads "SAWDY 49." Above this, the text "BROTHERHOOD '71" can be seen, and in the top right corner, there is a yellow sticker indicating "OWNERS ISSUE 1972 GEMINI G.E.L." The license plate is enclosed in a shiny metallic frame with yellow reflectors on either side of the top edge.
Edward Kienholz, Peter Carlson, Raul Guerrero, Gemini G.E.L., Souvenir License Plate for Sawdy, 1972, die-stamped, painted license plate with printed sticker, chrome frame, and plastic reflectors dripped with polyester resin, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 1991.74.134

Souvenir License Plate for Sawdy

Edward Kienholz, Peter Carlson, Raul Guerrero, Gemini G.E.L. · 1972 · die-stamped, painted license plate with printed sticker, chrome frame, and plastic reflectors dripped with polyester resin ·  Accession ID  1991.74.134

The sculpture is an assemblage of various materials forming a humanoid figure. The main body of the sculpture is a tall rectangular block in a weathered white color with rusty brown patches. At the top, there is a glass or transparent panel framed with a rusty-looking metal framework, inside of which is a bulbous, dark metallic object resembling a head. The sculpture stands on a white base supported by four wooden elements suggesting feet. Two metal wires extend upwards from each side of the glass box and arch over the top. The overall appearance of the sculpture is industrial and vintage, created from recycled materials.
Edward Kienholz, Portrait of Virginia, 1963, metal, wood, glass, bottle, lightbulb, battery, plaster, and polyester resin, Gift of Virginia Dwan, 2021.100.2

Portrait of Virginia

Edward Kienholz · 1963 · metal, wood, glass, bottle, lightbulb, battery, plaster, and polyester resin ·  Accession ID  2021.100.2

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Bound Duck—Black

Edward Kienholz, Nancy Reddin Kienholz, Stanley Baden, Mardee Carter, Frank Grasso, Noah Kienholz, Kyle Militzer, Carlos Moreno, Gemini G.E.L. · 1991 · color screenprint on Plexiglas with wood shelf, black Formica, cast aluminum, galvanized-steel air duct, wood shelf, and leather German fighter helmet, dripped with hand-applied resin ·  Accession ID  1993.77.1

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Angel Monoseries #19

Edward Kienholz, Nancy Reddin Kienholz · 1990 · mixed media assemblage ·  Accession ID  2020.169.24