Richard Florsheim

Florsheim Art Fund, Richard
Florsheim, Richard A.

American, 1916 - 1979

Explore selected works

See all 11 works of art
The image shows a bridge stretching into the distance, leading to a towering structure on the horizon. The horizon is positioned just below the midline of the image, where the linear elements of the bridge and road converge. The strokes are varied, with vertical streaks creating a sense of continuous flow and movement. The color palette is monochromatic, composed of various shades of black, gray, and white. Bright round lights line the bridge on both sides, providing a rhythmic pattern and contrasting with the darker shades of the sea and sky in the background.
Richard Florsheim, George C. Miller & Son, Associated American Artists, Rush Hour, 1967 (published 1968), lithograph in black on wove paper, Gift of John Nichols Estabrook and Dorothy Coogan Estabrook, 1987.41.28

Rush Hour

Richard Florsheim, George C. Miller & Son, Associated American Artists · 1967 (published 1968) · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1987.41.28

The image depicts sharp, jagged lines and long, slender spikes rising from a dark, curved form in an abstract composition. The shapes resemble masts and rigging.
Richard Florsheim, George C. Miller & Son, Associated American Artists, Hulk, 1966 (published 1967), lithograph in black on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1176

Hulk

Richard Florsheim, George C. Miller & Son, Associated American Artists · 1966 (published 1967) · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1176

This print depicts three figures composed of abstract shapes and areas of bold color. The central figure is a woman facing forward, her skin and curly hair highlighted by areas of bright blue. Her facial features are abstract, and she wears a long garment colored in bright green. She is holding a vibrant bouquet of flowers made up of black outlines with overlapping circles of red and blue. Behind her, there is an abstract red figure with outstretched arms that appears to be flying in an area of bright yellow. It appears mostly human, but one of its arms looks like a bird's wing. Behind this figure and to the right is the minimal outline of another figure with long legs and no visible arms, who looks down to the right. Aside from the areas of color, the background is plain, yellowed paper. The signature "Marc Chagall" is visible in the top left and bottom left corners. The title "PRINTS FROM THE MOURLOT PRESS" is printed in black in the bottom right corner.
Various Artists, Marc Chagall, Pablo Picasso, Joan Miró, André Beaudin, Henri Matisse, Alexander Calder, Alberto Giacometti, Maurice Estève, Paul Guiramand, Bernard Cathelin, Richard Florsheim, André Brasilier, Maurice Brianchon, Jean Cocteau, André Minaux, Paul Jenkins, Akira Kito, Alfred Manessier, Jean Adhémar, Prints from the Mourlot Press, 1964, bound volume with 19 lithographs, The John U. and Evelyn S. Nef Collection, 2011.60.85

Prints from the Mourlot Press

Various Artists, Marc Chagall, Pablo Picasso, Joan Miró, André Beaudin, Henri Matisse, Alexander Calder, Alberto Giacometti, Maurice Estève, Paul Guiramand, Bernard Cathelin, Richard Florsheim, André Brasilier, Maurice Brianchon, Jean Cocteau, André Minaux, Paul Jenkins, Akira Kito, Alfred Manessier, Jean Adhémar · 1964 · bound volume with 19 lithographs ·  Accession ID  2011.60.85

The image shows a city skyline with reflective surfaces hinting at water below. The horizon is in the upper third, with a dark, textured sky above the silhouette of buildings. The skyline includes rectangular forms and spires of varying heights, suggesting different architectural styles. The shading creates depth and softens the outlines of the structures. The color scheme is monochromatic, with shades of gray, black, and white. Darker tones ground the buildings, while lighter shades highlight their reflections in the water.
Richard Florsheim, Atelier Mourlot, Associated American Artists, Shoreline, 1964, lithograph in black on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1177

Shoreline

Richard Florsheim, Atelier Mourlot, Associated American Artists · 1964 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1177

The image depicts a cityscape from an elevated perspective with skyscrapers lining a broad street. The buildings, with geometric forms and small windows, dominate the horizon. The illustration features smooth and precise brushstrokes, creating sleek surfaces. The color palette is monochromatic, emphasizing light and shade. Streetlights in the distance illuminate the roads.
Richard Florsheim, Lights, 1963, lithograph in black on Rives wove paper, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.1804

Lights

Richard Florsheim · 1963 · lithograph in black on Rives wove paper ·  Accession ID  2008.115.1804

Multiple ships with tall masts are depicted in a linear and abstract style. The horizon is low, and the sky is filled with dynamic vertical brushstrokes. The brushstrokes are textured and linear, creating a sense of movement against the stillness of the ships. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of black, gray, and white. The water reflects the masts, emphasizing the vertical lines in the image.
Richard Florsheim, George C. Miller & Son, Associated American Artists, Anchorage, 1959, lithograph in black on wove paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1980.45.560

Anchorage

Richard Florsheim, George C. Miller & Son, Associated American Artists · 1959 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1980.45.560

The image displays an intricate interplay of vertical, horizontal, and diagonal lines creating an abstract composition. Vertical lines stretch upwards, casting shadows that suggest reflections. Horizontal lines intersect with these, while clusters of small, bright shapes resemble city lights. Diagonal streaks converge towards the center, adding dynamic tension. The design evokes a sense of a bustling city seen in a dreamlike focus.
Richard Florsheim, Illuminations, 1959, lithograph in black on wove paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1964.8.1793

Illuminations

Richard Florsheim · 1959 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1964.8.1793

The image shows an array of vertical and diagonal lines forming an abstract composition resembling a skyline. The vertical lines are interspersed with diagonal streaks, creating a cityscape at night-like appearance. The diagonal beams give the suggestion of spotlights or beams of light.
Richard Florsheim, Airport, 1958, lithograph in black on wove paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1964.8.798

Airport

Richard Florsheim · 1958 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1964.8.798

The image features a surreal landscape with a low vantage point. The horizon divides a dark expanse below from a turbulent sky above. Sparsely visible forms on the horizon may be buildings or rocks. Large, tilted stony forms rise from the ground, with linear shading defining their shape. The sky is filled with swirling patterns created by energetic brushstrokes, representing a dynamic atmosphere. The color palette is monochrome with shades of black, grey, and white, emphasizing the contrast between the sky and the ground.
Richard Florsheim, International Graphic Arts Society, Seashore, 1953, lithograph in black on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1175

Seashore

Richard Florsheim, International Graphic Arts Society · 1953 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1175

The image is of a lone figure standing in a vast, empty space, viewed from a slightly elevated position. The ground stretches out with the horizon low in the frame, separating it from a dark, tumultuous sky filled with swirling clouds. A large, tattered piece of cloth or canvas is draped in the foreground, adding texture to the scene. The color palette is monochromatic, focusing on shades of black, gray, and white. The brushstrokes are expressive and varied, capturing the textures of the cloth and clouds. A solitary figure stands in the distance, casting a long shadow.
Richard Florsheim, He Walks Alone, 1951, lithograph in black on wove paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1958.8.90

He Walks Alone

Richard Florsheim · 1951 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1958.8.90