Josef Albers

American, born Germany, 1888 - 1976

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  • The image shows a series of concentric squares with clean, sharp lines. Each smaller square fits inside the next. The composition draws the viewer's eye towards the center. The colors transition subtly from light to dark shades. The squares resemble picture frames or open boxes, creating a sense of depth and dimensionality in the abstract design.

    Gray Instrumentation I d

    Josef Albers, Tyler Graphics Ltd.

    1974

    Color screenprint on arches 88 wove paper  Accession ID  1977.73.1.4

    Not on view
  • The image features nested squares with varying shades of gray, creating a sense of depth through a gradient effect. The abstract composition resembles diminishing frames within a frame. The use of layered, monochromatic squares invites the viewer to explore the transition of shades, playing with perception and spatial awareness.

    Gray Instrumentation I g

    Josef Albers, Tyler Graphics Ltd.

    1974

    Color screenprint on arches 88 wove paper  Accession ID  1977.73.1.7

    Not on view
  • The image shows white lines on a gray background creating two sets of overlapping cuboid shapes. The design resembles stepping stones or a scaffold structure, with the shapes seemingly floating in parallel rows. The sets are horizontally aligned and separated by a thin white line across the canvas.

    WEG XI

    Josef Albers, Ron McPherson, Gemini G.E.L.

    1973, published 1974

    Line-cut in gray with embossing on angoumois à la main handmade paper  Accession ID  1991.74.2

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  • The image depicts a series of bold, geometric shapes made up of vertical and horizontal lines in a structured grid-like pattern. The design resembles modern architectural elements like skyscrapers or building facades, with layers of orange and dark gray bars. One section shows dense clusters of short lines mixed with taller columns, resembling windows. The right side continues with similar shapes, including small squares at the top. The contrasting colors emphasize the structural qualities of each form.

    Untitled

    Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman

    1973

    Screrenprint in black and orange on german etching wove paper  Accession ID  1983.46.1

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  • The image shows a series of concentric squares in shades of red, creating a layered effect that converges to the center. The shapes form a target-like pattern, drawing the eye inward. The gradual color changes give a sense of depth, resembling a coral-colored tunnel.

    JHM-I

    Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman

    1973

    Color screenprint on german etching wove paper  Accession ID  1976.69.15.1

    Not on view
  • The image consists of nested rectangles in various shades of red, creating a pattern of concentric shapes. The colors progress from dark to light towards the center, forming a gradient effect.

    JHM-II

    Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman

    1973

    Color screenprint on german etching wove paper  Accession ID  1976.69.15.2

    Not on view
  • ""

    Joseph Albers Honors the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden

    Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman

    1973

    Portfolio of two color screenprints  Accession ID  1976.69.15.1-2

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  • The image contains two rectangular compositions side-by-side. Each features a series of nested squares and rectangles of varying hues. On the left, there is an abstract arrangement with a green square at the center, surrounded by progressively larger gray and darker green rectangles. On the right, there is another abstract configuration with an orange square at the center, bordered by light orange and darker orange rectangles. Both compositions use contrasting colors to accentuate depth.

    Folder 17

    Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc.

    1972

    Color screenprint on mohawk superfine bristol wove paper  Accession ID  2015.19.2850.17

    Not on view
  • The image displays a framed composition of abstract shapes and lines against a blank background. Inside the frame, there are elongated, wavy forms that suggest the outline of vases or elongated bottles, interwoven with horizontal lines creating a striped effect. The abstract design combines earthy brown tones resembling interlocking wooden patterns or reflections on water. The bordered rectangle on the right contrasts with the stark white on the left, emphasizing the fluid interplay of shapes inside.

    Folder 22

    Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc.

    1972

    Color screenprint on mohawk superfine bristol wove paper  Accession ID  2015.19.2850.22

    Not on view
  • There are two compositions of geometric shapes and lines against a neutral background. On the left, there is an abstract arrangement of black and orange lines forming a grid-like structure. On the right, there is a smaller square composition in shades of gray and green with a pattern that resembles a computer chip or a section of a piano keyboard. Both compositions use simple shapes and a limited color palette to convey rhythm and interconnection.

    Folder 31

    Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc.

    1972

    Color screenprint on mohawk superfine bristol wove paper  Accession ID  2015.19.2850.31

    Not on view
  • The image displays two compositions of layered square shapes with distinct colors, creating an abstract design. On the left, squares bordered by green contain inner squares of gray, yellow, and shades of brown. On the right, the arrangement is similar, with gray appearing more prominently at the top, resembling a simple face or mask with eyes and a mouth. These compositions evoke symmetry and balance, reminiscent of abstract portraits or geometric icons.

    Folder 29

    Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc.

    1972

    Color screenprint on mohawk superfine bristol wove paper  Accession ID  2015.19.2850.29

    Not on view
  • There are two sets of nested rectangles in the image. The left side features green, teal, and blue rectangles, while the right side features blue, teal, and green rectangles. The composition is abstract and balanced, set against a light, neutral background.

    Folder 32

    Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc.

    1972

    Color screenprint on mohawk superfine bristol wove paper  Accession ID  2015.19.2850.32

    Not on view