Douglas Volle

American, active late 20th century

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This is a drawing of phrases related to irritation and annoyance. The drawing features white handwritten words and phrases on a dark background. The words are connected by lines that group them into semantic clusters expressing related meanings or actions that cause irritation. Some words and phrases are inside bubbles to emphasize connections between them. The drawing visually represents synonyms and expressions used to describe annoying or provoking someone. The layout encourages viewers to explore the associations and levels of intensity between these terms.
Mel Bochner, Two Palms Press, Inc., Two Palms Press, Inc., Craig Zammiello, Douglas Volle, Georgia Kung, Aggravate from Schematics, 2010, etching with aquatint on wove Somerset paper, Gift of Neal T. Turtell and Thomas G. Klarner, 2022.35.4

Aggravate from Schematics

Mel Bochner, Two Palms Press, Inc., Two Palms Press, Inc., Craig Zammiello, Douglas Volle, Georgia Kung · 2010 · etching with aquatint on wove Somerset paper ·  Accession ID  2022.35.4
Abstract artwork displaying interconnected words and phrases in a web-like structure. Lines connect these words creating a pattern resembling a branching tree or neural network. Each word or phrase is outlined, similar to leaves on a tree. The phrases are connected by arrows, creating a sense of flow and direction. The composition encourages exploration of connections between familiar expressions.
Mel Bochner, Two Palms Press, Inc., Two Palms Press, Inc., Craig Zammiello, Douglas Volle, Doug Bennett, Criticize from Schematics, 2010, etching with aquatint on wove Somerset paper, Gift of Neal T. Turtell and Thomas G. Klarner, 2022.35.5

Criticize from Schematics

Mel Bochner, Two Palms Press, Inc., Two Palms Press, Inc., Craig Zammiello, Douglas Volle, Doug Bennett · 2010 · etching with aquatint on wove Somerset paper ·  Accession ID  2022.35.5
The image displays interconnected oval and circular shapes with text inside each shape and lines connecting them. The words inside the shapes include "LIAR," "DISSEMBLER," "FIBBER," and "SNAKE IN THE GRASS." The arrangement suggests a network of deception or falsehood.
Mel Bochner, Two Palms Press, Inc., Two Palms Press, Inc., Craig Zammiello, Douglas Volle, Doug Bennett, Liar from Schematics, 2010, etching with aquatint on wove Somerset paper, Gift of Neal T. Turtell and Thomas G. Klarner, 2022.35.6

Liar from Schematics

Mel Bochner, Two Palms Press, Inc., Two Palms Press, Inc., Craig Zammiello, Douglas Volle, Doug Bennett · 2010 · etching with aquatint on wove Somerset paper ·  Accession ID  2022.35.6
This image displays interconnected words and phrases forming a web-like structure on a dark background. The design features curving lines and arrows linking various words like "Power," "Authority," and "Influence." The arrangement resembles a mind map or flowchart, guiding the eye through phrases like "In the driver's seat" and "Pull the strings," possibly connecting to the idea of control and leadership. Directional lines organize thoughts in a structured format similar to brainstorming diagrams.
Mel Bochner, Two Palms Press, Inc., Two Palms Press, Inc., Craig Zammiello, Douglas Volle, Doug Bennett, Power from Schematics, 2010, etching with aquatint on wove Somerset paper, Gift of Neal T. Turtell and Thomas G. Klarner, 2022.35.7

Power from Schematics

Mel Bochner, Two Palms Press, Inc., Two Palms Press, Inc., Craig Zammiello, Douglas Volle, Doug Bennett · 2010 · etching with aquatint on wove Somerset paper ·  Accession ID  2022.35.7
The image features a collection of overlapping shapes and lines. In the upper left, a rectangular shape encloses the image of a young child reaching upward. To the right, an irregular, cloud-like form contains a partially obscured face. Below these, the lower section is dominated by the figure of a reclining woman, draped in flowing clothing amidst swirling patterns. The entire composition blends different photographic elements.
Robert Rauschenberg, Craig Zammiello, Bruce Wankel, Brian Berry, Douglas Volle, Jihong Shi, Universal Limited Art Editions, 'topher, 1999, color photogravure on Hahnemühle Copperplate wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2002.42.9

'topher

Robert Rauschenberg, Craig Zammiello, Bruce Wankel, Brian Berry, Douglas Volle, Jihong Shi, Universal Limited Art Editions · 1999 · color photogravure on Hahnemühle Copperplate wove paper ·  Accession ID  2002.42.9
The image features bold, swirling black lines intersecting across the canvas. Purple hues and muted yellow fill the gaps, adding depth and contrast.
Julian Lethbridge, Douglas Volle, Universal Limited Art Editions, Untitled, 1998, color lithograph on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of the Friends of the Corcoran Gallery of Art), 2015.19.3102

Untitled

Julian Lethbridge, Douglas Volle, Universal Limited Art Editions · 1998 · color lithograph on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3102
The image displays overlapping lines and shapes creating a complex and tangled appearance. The abstract arrangement of lines resembles a chaotic forest of intertwined branches or a nest of overlapping wires. The lines crisscross and loop in various directions, with shades of black, grey, and hints of beige blending together. The overlapping lines form a dense pattern that could be reminiscent of abstract depictions of urban environments with its maze-like complexity.
Julian Lethbridge, Lorena Salcedo-Watson, Douglas Volle, Universal Limited Art Editions, Untitled, 1998, color lithograph on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of the Friends of the Corcoran Gallery of Art), 2015.19.3103

Untitled

Julian Lethbridge, Lorena Salcedo-Watson, Douglas Volle, Universal Limited Art Editions · 1998 · color lithograph on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3103
This is a photograph of an open book. The left page appears to be made of a translucent, textured material, while the right page shows a plain surface with pieces of paper attached. The largest paper has "Endocrinology" written on it, and below are two smaller papers with names: "Mei-Mei Berssenbrugge" and "Kiki Smith".
Kiki Smith, Mei-mei Berssenbrugge, Doug Bennett, Lorena Salcedo-Watson, Douglas Volle, Bruce Wankel, Universal Limited Art Editions, Endocrinology, 1997, artist book with offset lithographs, letterpress, and graphite additions, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase of the Women's Committee of the Corcoran Gallery of Art, 1997), 2015.19.3050

Endocrinology

Kiki Smith, Mei-mei Berssenbrugge, Doug Bennett, Lorena Salcedo-Watson, Douglas Volle, Bruce Wankel, Universal Limited Art Editions · 1997 · artist book with offset lithographs, letterpress, and graphite additions ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3050
The artwork features a colorful map of downtown, predominantly in yellow and orange, set against a blue background representing water. Numerous small photographs are scattered across the map, each attached with a red pin, highlighting various locations. To the right, a large figure dressed in a suit of armor with red boots and a spear stands prominently, partly over the water. The figure's face is rendered in grayscale, contrasting with the vibrant map. Below, three sailing ships navigate the blue waters. A compass rose is illustrated in the bottom left corner. Dark lines crisscross the map, connecting different points. The artwork is signed and numbered at the bottom.
Jane Hammond, Douglas Volle, Bruce Wankel, Universal Limited Art Editions, The Wonderfulness of Downtown, 1996-1997, color lithograph and screenprint with collage on joined sheets of wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase, The Women's Committee of the Corcoran Gallery of Art, 1997), 2015.19.3045

The Wonderfulness of Downtown

Jane Hammond, Douglas Volle, Bruce Wankel, Universal Limited Art Editions · 1996-1997 · color lithograph and screenprint with collage on joined sheets of wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3045
The artwork "My Blue Lake" features an abstract depiction of a human form with two heads joined at the neck, gazing outward. The face on the left is in profile, while the face on the right is more frontal. Both faces have distinct features with a neutral expression. The hair is dark and flowing, blending into the background. The bodies are depicted with a blue hue, resembling water reflections, and there's a flower tattoo visible on the left shoulder. The background is a muted gray, providing contrast to the vibrant blue and subtle red tones in the artwork.
Kiki Smith, Craig Zammiello, John Lund, Jihong Shi, Douglas Volle, Bruce Wankel, Universal Limited Art Editions, My Blue Lake, 1995, color photogravure and lithograph inked à la poupée on En Tout Cas paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2018.71.1

My Blue Lake

Kiki Smith, Craig Zammiello, John Lund, Jihong Shi, Douglas Volle, Bruce Wankel, Universal Limited Art Editions · 1995 · color photogravure and lithograph inked à la poupée on En Tout Cas paper ·  Accession ID  2018.71.1