Maybelle Stamper

American, 1907 - 1995

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The image shows swirling shapes and intricate lines in an abstract composition. At the center is a spiral pattern resembling a snail shell or flower, with various symbols and characters below. The background features geometric lines and repeating patterns in earthy browns, sandy yellows, violet, teal, and black. "GROW" and "LOVE" are written alongside symbols.
Maybelle Stamper, Three Lines of Writing, 1956, color lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.4574

Three Lines of Writing

Maybelle Stamper · 1956 · color lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.4574
The image includes various geometric shapes like spirals, teardrops, circles, and triangles arranged in a grid format. The spirals resemble a nautilus shell, while curved forms could be leaves or tendrils. In the top right corner, there is a vertical line with a star shape. Light and shadow create depth, resembling natural objects such as petals, seeds, or ornaments.
Maybelle Stamper, Rectangular Areas #2, 1952-1953, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.4573

Rectangular Areas #2

Maybelle Stamper · 1952-1953 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.4573
The image shows a close-up view of a face with a slightly tilted head and contemplative gaze. The facial features are detailed, with large eyes, a nose, and lips. The hair is textured and voluminous, curving around the head. The person is not wearing visible clothing or accessories. The face emerges from an abstract composition with swirling designs and shadowy textures. The background contains soft shading and dark areas, contrasting with the lighter tones around the face. Text at the bottom reads "One For The Others To Worship", "Maybelle Stamper", and "July 8 1950".
Maybelle Stamper, One For the Others to Worship, 1950, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.4572

One For the Others to Worship

Maybelle Stamper · 1950 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.4572
The image shows swirling and curling lines forming an abstract face integrated with hand-like shapes. In the center, there is a human face with spirals and curls resembling hair, eyes, and a nose. To the right, elongated, flowing patterns resemble a curtain or plant strands. On the left, a hand-like form with curving lines and patterns suggests scales or feathers, enhancing the abstract representation of transformation. The elements create a resemblance to a human face intertwined with nature-inspired forms.
Maybelle Stamper, One Winged Hand, 1950, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.4569

One Winged Hand

Maybelle Stamper · 1950 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.4569
The image displays a variety of curved and straight lines interacting, with vertical and diagonal elements overlapping. It contains elongated forms and intersecting shapes, some resembling organic patterns. On the left, there are repeated scale-like shapes, while the right side features darker, angular segments. The composition suggests movement and transition in an abstract landscape.
Maybelle Stamper, Renunciation, 1950, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.4571

Renunciation

Maybelle Stamper · 1950 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.4571
This abstract image features swirling shapes and curved lines. Dominant curved lines resembling wings occupy the image, with a small figure in the center. Smooth contours and softer lines draw the eye inward, while darker elongated shapes contrast against lighter backgrounds, creating a dynamic balance.
Maybelle Stamper, Little Figure With Big Wings, c. 1935-1943, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.4570

Little Figure With Big Wings

Maybelle Stamper · c. 1935-1943 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.4570