William Gropper

American, 1897 - 1977

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    William Gropper, Tamarind Institute

    1967

    Lithograph (stone) in red-brown on natural nacre paper  Accession ID  1983.18.583

    Not on view
  • This is a painting of a scene featuring a figure seated on a large stylized head. The artwork depicts a seated figure perched atop a large, abstract head. The larger head has an expressionless face with eyes closed and a textured surface. The seated figure appears serene and has long flowing hair, and the background is filled with a mottled texture of dark orange and blue. This is in the style of Marc Chagall, with its bold use of color and abstract representation.

    Untitled

    William Gropper, Tamarind Institute

    1967

    Lithograph (aluminum and stone) in orange, violet,yellow-brown and blue-green on white arches paper  Accession ID  1983.18.596

    Not on view
  • The image depicts jagged and angular lines forming an abstract composition in the center resembling a distorted face and hand gesture. The shapes create a visual narrative with connections to a human visage intertwined with exaggerated facial features. The background contains text printed in blocks of varying angles and densities.

    Untitled

    William Gropper, Tamarind Institute

    1967

    Lithograph (stone) in two greens and violet on white arches paper  Accession ID  1983.18.575

    Not on view
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    Untitled

    William Gropper, Tamarind Institute

    1967

    Lithograph (aluminum and stone) in yellow-gray anddark yellow-green on natural nacre paper  Accession ID  1983.18.586

    Not on view
  • The image shows an abstract composition with irregular, organic lines and shapes that swirl and overlap. The shapes resemble human figures in various poses, with expressive hands and faces. A circular emblem and cursive writing are also visible, but inverted. The artwork suggests a sense of energy and movement, reminiscent of dancers or a bustling crowd.

    Untitled

    William Gropper, Tamarind Institute

    1967

    Lithograph (stone) in red-brown on natural nacre paper  Accession ID  1983.18.594

    Not on view
  • The image consists of wavy, concentric lines creating an abstract pattern. The lines swirl and loop around central points, forming a pattern that resembles a face or mask, with darker blotches resembling eye-like structures and a nasal form.

    Untitled

    William Gropper, Tamarind Institute

    1967

    Lithograph (stone) in brown on german etching paper  Accession ID  1983.18.601

    Not on view
  • The image depicts an illustration of a man standing in front of a group of seated children. The man has distinct facial features, a beard, and is wearing glasses and a cap. He is clad in a shirt, vest, and trousers, with hands clasped behind his back. The children are seated at a table with books in front of them. The setting resembles a simple classroom with fabric in the background. The illustration is monochromatic.

    Untitled

    William Gropper, Tamarind Institute

    1967

    Lithograph (stone) in red-brown on natural nacre paper  Accession ID  1983.18.605

    Not on view
  • The image shows a man seated, with legs outstretched. He has a stern expression, a beard, and a hat with a feather. He wears a ruffled collar, a cape with a spotted pattern, striped sleeves, and a garment emphasizing his belly. He holds a piece of the garment. He wears a pendant around his neck. The background is textured, with faint, small figures of houses and a trail of tiny figures. The image is sketched in monochrome.

    The King

    William Gropper

    c. 1954

    Lithograph in black on wove paper  Accession ID  2015.19.2541

    Not on view
  • The image depicts a muscular man shown from head to knee, positioned in a dynamic stance with his head turned to the side, and his mouth open wide as if speaking or shouting. He is gripping a large, curved object above his head with both hands. The man's facial features include a wide grin and eyes that are focused in front of him. His hair is short and waves over his forehead. He is wearing a shirt that is open, revealing a broad, muscular chest, and dark pants. The background showcases an industrial scene with buildings and smokestacks, suggesting a setting near a factory or plant. Plumes of smoke can be seen rising in the background, and a group of smaller figures below seem to be looking up and reacting to the central figure.

    Joe Magarac

    William Gropper, George C. Miller, Associated American Artists

    1948

    Lithograph in black  Accession ID  2008.115.2257

    Not on view
  • The image shows an elderly man in motion, with a forward-leaning posture as if walking or striding. He has distinct features, including a prominent nose, deep-set eyes, and a long beard. He is wearing a wide-brimmed hat, a simple knee-length garment with patches, and is carrying books in his right arm and a sack on his left shoulder. The background is textured grayscale with abstract tree forms.

    Johnny Appleseed

    William Gropper, George C. Miller, Associated American Artists

    1947

    Lithograph in black on wove paper  Accession ID  1987.41.30

    Not on view
  • This is a drawing of a person kneeling with arms raised, surrounded by jagged rocks and large stones. The scene is rendered in black and white with stark contrasts and powerful lines. The central figure is draped in flowing robes. The background features swirling dark masses resembling clouds or smoke, and to the right are stacks of curved, horn-like objects.

    Joshua Fought the Battle of Jericho

    William Gropper, George C. Miller, Associated American Artists

    1946

    Lithograph in black on wove paper  Accession ID  1987.41.29

    Not on view
  • This is a painting of a scene in a courtroom or assembly setting. The painting depicts a figure standing at the center, holding up a piece of paper with a strong expression. The surroundings feature desks with papers and chairs. Other figures in the background are engaged in different activities. The painting uses exaggerated features and expressive lines. The color palette is warm with reddish and brown tones dominating the scene. This is in the style of Goya.

    Senate

    William Gropper, Associated American Artists

    1945

    Color lithograph on wove paper  Accession ID  2015.19.1201

    Not on view