Jean Negulesco

American, born Romania, 1900 - 1993

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The image shows a continuous, flowing line forming an intricate abstract composition. The line curves and loops to create abstract shapes, resembling parts of a human figure or an organic form. The swirling nature of the line is reminiscent of calligraphy or decorative flourishes, suggesting connections to objects like ribbons or tendrils. The use of line creates a dynamic sense of movement across the visual plane.
Jean Negulesco, Nude, 1953, black felt-tip pen, Rosenwald Collection, 1980.45.1103

Nude

Jean Negulesco · 1953 · black felt-tip pen ·  Accession ID  1980.45.1103

The image consists of bold, angular lines and intersecting geometric shapes, creating an abstract composition. A large guitar shape contrasts with sharp, jagged lines. Wavy lines above suggest floral patterns, while a circular form resembles a vase. Dots are used for texture. The scene is framed in a rectangular border, adding to the organized chaos typical of abstract art. Familiar objects like the guitar and vase emerge from the overall abstraction.
Jean Negulesco, Formes, Ombres, Joie, c. 1940, stencil, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.3702

Formes, Ombres, Joie

Jean Negulesco · c. 1940 · stencil ·  Accession ID  2008.115.3702