Al Taylor

American, 1948 - 1999

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  • The image shows thick, vertical black lines with a watery texture intersected by thin white lines in a grid-like pattern. Alphabet letters are arranged horizontally at the top and bottom edges, along with words like "FAIRLY" and "MEAN."

    Fairly Mean/Mean Fairly

    Al Taylor

    1995

    Black ink and graphite on wove paper  Accession ID  2011.8.1

    Not on view
  • The image contains vertical thin lines that intersect with tubular shapes hanging at various angles. The lines and shapes create an abstract form resembling elongated strings with objects reminiscent of cylindrical cans or pipes attached to them. The background is a solid rectangular black color, contrasting with the lighter, empty surrounding space. This emphasizes the suspended elements in a manner suggestive of an unbalanced mobile.

    Bat Parts

    Al Taylor

    1994

    Graphite and gouache on wove paper  Accession ID  2018.112.5

    Not on view
  • There are two cylindrical objects stacked closely together in the image. The larger object is brown and orange, while the smaller one is black and silver. The color palette is neutral with some colorful accents. Three long, thin lines extend upwards from each cylinder towards the top corners of the image against a beige background.

    Untitled (Can Study)

    Al Taylor

    1994

    Gouache and graphite on rives bfk wove paper  Accession ID  2010.51.1

    Not on view
  • The image shows intertwining circular shapes. One prominent outline on the left side is highlighted by vibrant colors including blue, green, yellow, and red. The design includes loops or rings. On the right, there are overlapping transparent gray circles.

    2 Tide Tabs

    Al Taylor

    1993

    Graphite, gouache, china marker grease pencil, and wax crayon on lanaquarelle paper  Accession ID  2018.112.3

    Not on view
  • The image displays various organic lines and shapes, intertwining and varying in thickness. The abstract composition features lines that ripple and curve in different directions, in shades of green, blue, and brown. These shapes intersect with circular forms, some filled with a solid color, like the blue circle on the left side. Scattered throughout are smaller dots.

    The Peabody Group #32

    Al Taylor

    1992

    Watercolor, gouache, ink, and coffee with graphite on lenox wove paper  Accession ID  2010.64.1

    Not on view
  • The image shows a series of intersecting and overlapping ovals at the top, connected by thin, straight lines to dark, elongated shapes at the bottom. The artwork depicts a play with linked shapes and their shadows on a textured surface.

    Hanging Puddles

    Al Taylor

    1992

    Graphite, ink, and correction fluid on wove paper  Accession ID  2018.112.4

    Not on view
  • The image includes bold, sweeping black lines intersecting over a cylindrical and rectangular shape. The cylindrical form resembles a transparent glass or a tall vase, with the black lines spiraling around it like ribbons. A rectangular shape next to it displays a large X made of thick lines, reminiscent of a road sign or cautionary symbol. The overall layout combines geometric and dynamic elements, giving the image an abstract and slightly industrial feel.

    Dixie

    Al Taylor

    1990

    Lithograph in black on rives bfk wove paper  Accession ID  2012.4.9

    Not on view
  • The image shows intersecting lines and rectangles, forming geometric shapes in an abstract pattern. The lines resemble wires or strings holding flat panels with small box-like elements. The design suggests architectural scaffolding, a fragmented staircase, or a multi-tiered display stand. It evokes a hanging mobile with balance and tension between elements.

    Untitled (Planes)

    Al Taylor

    1990

    Lithograph in black on wove rives bfk paper  Accession ID  2012.4.8

    Not on view
  • The image displays thin, vertical lines and curves converging into a central shape resembling a diamond with hooked ends. The lines stretch from the top to a complex, web-like assembly below, giving the appearance of interconnected coat hangers. The top section has a square-like impression with a textured pattern, creating an interplay between flat and dimensional elements.

    Coathanger III

    Al Taylor

    1990

    Color lithograph on tan rives bfk wove paper  Accession ID  2012.4.7

    Not on view
  • The image features an arrangement of rectangular shapes resembling pages of newspapers placed in a slightly overlapping, tilted manner. Splashes and drips of black ink create an abstract pattern across the scene.

    Pet Stains

    Al Taylor

    1990

    Lithograph in black on wove rives bfk paper  Accession ID  2012.4.10

    Not on view
  • The image depicts a series of spirals created with bold black lines intersecting and overlapping. Above the spirals, there is a simple black circular shape with wedge-like segments.

    Mosquito Coil

    Al Taylor, Niels Borch Jensen, Galerie Alfred Kren, Cologne, Dan Albert Benveniste, Mette Ulstrup

    1989

    Etching, sugarlift and spitbite aquatint on zerkall bütten paper  Accession ID  2018.112.16

    Not on view
  • The image depicts bold, black, thick lines with abstract shapes resembling a pair of mirrored question marks in the upper section and an infinity loop in the lower section. The artwork is set against a textured, gray background.

    Thongs

    Al Taylor, Niels Borch Jensen, Galerie Alfred Kren, Cologne, Dan Albert Benveniste, Mette Ulstrup

    1989

    Drypoint, sugarlift and spitbite aquatint on zerkall bütten paper  Accession ID  2018.112.10

    Not on view