Glenn Ligon

American, born 1960

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  • Blue (for JB) #11

    Glenn Ligon

    2025

    Carbon ink and acrylic on torinoko paper  Accession ID  2026.56.1

    Not on view
  • This sculpture is made up of bold, uppercase neon letters forming the word "AMERICA" in two rows, with the letters on the bottom positioned upside down, as if they are a reflection of the top row. Some of the letters on the top row are also backwards. The glowing white neon tubes stand out against the dark gray background. Visible electrical cords hang from the letters down to the gray floor.

    Double America

    Glenn Ligon

    2012

    Neon and paint  Accession ID  2013.37.1

    Not on view

  • Condition Report

    Glenn Ligon

    2000

    Inkjet print with screenprint on two sheets of wove paper (diptych)  Accession ID  2013.9.1.a-b

    Not on view
  • The image depicts a side profile of a person's head and shoulders, showing from the top of the head to the upper chest area. The person is positioned sideways, facing to the left of the frame. The individual's facial features are captured in profile; they have a clean-shaven head with closely cropped hair. Their facial structure is prominently visible, including the nose, lips, and ear. The person is wearing a dark-colored shirt, and the collar is visible. There are no visible jewelry or objects being held. The background is a plain, solid dark color.

    Self-Portrait (VIII)

    Glenn Ligon

    1996

    Silkscreen ink on canvas  Accession ID  2015.19.5301

    Not on view
  • The image shows the back of a person's head and upper shoulders. The individual is in an upright position facing away from the camera, revealing a bald head with smooth skin. The person is wearing a collared piece of clothing. The background is dark.

    Self-Portrait (X)

    Glenn Ligon

    1996

    Silkscreen ink on canvas  Accession ID  2015.19.217

    Not on view
  • ""

    The Magic Magic Book

    Ricky Jay, Vija Celmins, Jane Hammond, Glenn Ligon, Philip Taaffe, William Wegman, Justen Ladda, Library Fellows of the Whitney Museum of American Art

    1994

    Two-volume set including sixty-two offset lithographs  Accession ID  2016.16.1

    Not on view
  • This is a print of a textual and illustrative image. The top section contains a black and white illustration of a lone figure running with a sack slung over their shoulder, set against a backdrop of a bushy area. Below the illustration, in a rectangular frame, there is text describing a runaway individual, providing descriptive characteristics such as height, skin color, clothing, and accessories.

    Untitled

    Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers

    1993

    Lithograph in black on wove paper  Accession ID  2010.57.5

    Not on view
  • ""

    Runaways

    Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers

    1993

    Portfolio of ten lithographs in black on wove paper  Accession ID  2010.57.1-10

    Not on view
  • The image displays a drawing of a kneeling figure with raised hands in shackles, set against a plain background. Below the figure is text resembling a runaway slave advertisement, providing descriptive details.

    Untitled

    Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers

    1993

    Lithograph in black on wove paper  Accession ID  2010.57.1

    Not on view
  • This is a drawing of a figure running with a bundle over its shoulder and a block of text below it. The illustration is rendered in a simple black-and-white style. The figure is depicted in profile, mid-stride, with exaggerated features that convey a sense of movement and urgency. Above the block of text, the figure appears to be wearing old-fashioned, striped clothing and is carrying a bundle tied to a stick. Below the image, there is a block of text formatted like an advertisement or notice, describing the attire and physical characteristics of an individual named Glenn, noted as a young black man, with specific details such as clothing style, build, and hairstyle. The text is set within a rectangular border. The composition juxtaposes the vintage illustration style with contemporary typographical design.

    Untitled

    Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers

    1993

    Lithograph in black on wove paper  Accession ID  2010.57.9

    Not on view
  • This is a drawing of a stylized depiction of a scene with accompanying descriptive text. The image features a monochromatic illustration of two figures on a plain background, with one figure gesturing towards the other. Beneath this illustration is a block of text with bold initial words, "Ran away," followed by a detailed physical description. The text appears to mimic old newspaper advertisements for runaway slaves.

    Untitled

    Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers

    1993

    Lithograph in black on wove paper  Accession ID  2010.57.7

    Not on view
  • This is a drawing featuring a black silhouette of a running figure and a block of text. The figure is depicted in a simple, sketch-like style, while the text below has a thick border. The text, which begins with a large letter 'R,' describes a young man named Oliver North. The person is depicted as being 5 feet tall with a medium build and is usually seen in casual attire, often wearing delicate glasses. The drawing is signed and dated, suggesting authorship or reproduction.

    Untitled

    Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers

    1993

    Lithograph in black on wove paper  Accession ID  2010.57.4

    Not on view