Robert Allan Cale

American, born 1940

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The image shows four fish printed in green and orange hues on a pale background. One fish is in the upper right corner facing left, another in the upper left corner facing right, one in the lower right corner with the tail visible, and the last one in the lower left corner facing left.
Robert Allan Cale, Small Porgies, 1975, color fish print, Rosenwald Collection, 1980.45.280

Small Porgies

Robert Allan Cale · 1975 · color fish print ·  Accession ID  1980.45.280

The image is a print depicting a snowy urban scene from an elevated point of view. The horizon is set above the snow-covered rooftops of a series of houses, with more buildings and a part of a harbor or waterfront distinctly visible in the distance. The style of the print features bold outlines and flat areas of color, possibly in a woodblock or linocut technique. The overall color palette is muted, mainly white for the snow, combined with varied shades of blue and brown. The snow lies thickly on the rooftops closest to us, while further down the street, there are footprints and tire tracks leading past trees and houses toward the waterfront. Power lines diagonally intersect the scene, adding an element of linear perspective.
Robert Allan Cale, First Snow on Gold Street, 1975, reduction woodcut in two colors, Rosenwald Collection, 1980.45.269

First Snow on Gold Street

Robert Allan Cale · 1975 · reduction woodcut in two colors ·  Accession ID  1980.45.269

The image shows the upper body of a person. The individual is depicted in a slightly angled stance, looking forward. The facial features include a prominent nose and lips, with a beard. The hair is shoulder-length, dark, and wavy. The person is dressed in a textured garment like a robe or loose shirt, and wears a chain around the neck. The background is textured blue with lighter areas for contrast behind the figure.
Robert Allan Cale, Me, 1972, etching and aquatint in blue on wove paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1980.45.273

Me

Robert Allan Cale · 1972 · etching and aquatint in blue on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1980.45.273

The image features a cluster of detailed flowers and stems prominently displayed in the center, against a green background. The floral arrangement ascends from the lower left corner, spreading diagonally across the central section, with individual flowers and leaves extending in various directions.
Robert Allan Cale, Floral Arrangement, 1971, intaglio in green, Rosenwald Collection, 1980.45.270

Floral Arrangement

Robert Allan Cale · 1971 · intaglio in green ·  Accession ID  1980.45.270

This is a painting of three stingrays. The image displays three stingrays imprinted onto a white background, each differing in size and subtly varying the orientation and design of their bodies and tails. The stingrays are rendered in a range of earthy colors, predominantly browns, blacks, and hints of orange, with intricate patterns of mottled spots and speckles across their bodies. The arrangement and overlapping placement of the stingrays give a sense of movement and depth. The texture and technique suggest a detailed study of these sea creatures, capturing their fluid forms and unique surfaces. This is in the style of scientific or natural illustration, focusing on accurately depicting the subject with attention to detail.
Robert Allan Cale, Skate Race, 1970, monotype, Rosenwald Collection, 1980.45.279

Skate Race

Robert Allan Cale · 1970 · monotype ·  Accession ID  1980.45.279

The image shows an abstract composition with a central triangular form outlined by bold, dark lines and filled with irregular blotches and speckled textures. The background consists of light and dark shades, creating a textured surface with splatters and smears.
Robert Allan Cale, Black Raie, 1970, soft-ground etching, Rosenwald Collection, 1980.45.267

Black Raie

Robert Allan Cale · 1970 · soft-ground etching ·  Accession ID  1980.45.267

The image shows an abstract composition with a central shape resembling a fish. Surrounding the shape are vertically oriented wavy lines. The artwork uses muted purples and blues, creating a ghostly appearance.
Robert Allan Cale, Ghost Fish, 1969, color intaglio on BFK Rives paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1980.45.271

Ghost Fish

Robert Allan Cale · 1969 · color intaglio on BFK Rives paper ·  Accession ID  1980.45.271

Vertical black shapes and irregular lines are depicted against a textured background, creating an abstract composition. The shapes resemble silhouettes or shadows against a landscape of ribbed patterns. The textured surface includes a mix of light and darker tones that suggest rippling water or a patterned fabric.
Robert Allan Cale, Shadows and the Lonely Ones, 1969/1970, intaglio on Rives paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1980.45.278

Shadows and the Lonely Ones

Robert Allan Cale · 1969/1970 · intaglio on Rives paper ·  Accession ID  1980.45.278

The image shows a collection of flat fish arranged in a textured manner, their bodies overlapping at various angles. The color palette consists of shades of gray and black, creating a monochrome effect that highlights the texture and outline of the fish. The fish are spread across the frame, with their tails pointing left and their bodies arranged from bottom left to top right, filling the entire visual space.
Robert Allan Cale, Shadows of Fish, 1969, intaglio on Rives BFK paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1980.45.277

Shadows of Fish

Robert Allan Cale · 1969 · intaglio on Rives BFK paper ·  Accession ID  1980.45.277

Two large red fish prints are the main objects in this image. The color palette is dominated by red against a pale cream background. The first fish is positioned towards the top left corner of the image, while the second fish is located below and slightly to the right of the first fish. There is some handwritten text in the center left of the image.
Robert Allan Cale, Two Orange Fish, 1969, color fish print on Arches paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1980.45.283

Two Orange Fish

Robert Allan Cale · 1969 · color fish print on Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1980.45.283