Abraham P. Hankins

American, born 1898

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The image features a web of looping and intersecting lines over a tiled background with blue and grey shades. The lines create an intricate pattern.
Abraham P. Hankins, Untitled (Safety Pin Abstraction), 1947, color screenprint, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.2336

Untitled (Safety Pin Abstraction)

Abraham P. Hankins · 1947 · color screenprint ·  Accession ID  2008.115.2336

The image shows an array of curved and zigzag lines forming an abstract composition on a green background. The shapes are outlined in contrasting colors like brown, yellow, red, and white. There are hints of familiar objects such as an animal figure and a vase. Playful dotted patterns dance across the canvas, with a border adorned with repetitive motifs.
Abraham P. Hankins, Indian Motif, 1945, color screenprint on wove paper, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.2335

Indian Motif

Abraham P. Hankins · 1945 · color screenprint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2008.115.2335

The image features wavy and angular shapes outlined in dark tones against a textured green background. In the center, an elongated figure resembling a human silhouette holds a bowl-like shape. Nearby, curved lines form shapes that could represent leaves or aquatic creatures. To the right, a smaller figure is alongside a ball shape, resembling a child with a balloon. On the left, vertical lines with red and yellow hues suggest towering trees or columns. The overall composition conveys a mix of unexpected forms and familiar shapes, offering an abstract representation of a gathering or a serene landscape.
Abraham P. Hankins, Promenade, mid 20th century, color etching on wove paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1963.11.113

Promenade

Abraham P. Hankins · mid 20th century · color etching on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1963.11.113

The image shows interconnected lines and shapes forming an abstract composition. The shapes are linear and circular, appearing like bottles, chalices, and vases. The background has textured yellow, blue, and red hues. The intricate line work appears on top, with varying thickness and creating a complex visual pattern.
Abraham P. Hankins, Still Life, mid 20th century, color etching and aquatint on wove paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1963.11.114

Still Life

Abraham P. Hankins · mid 20th century · color etching and aquatint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1963.11.114

The image shows a scene in a neighborhood with an industrial backdrop. A large ship dominates the upper part of the image over rustic buildings. Bold brushwork defines structures and figures. The color palette is muted with black and white shades. Children are playing in the foreground. Telephone poles and wires stretch across, leading to a textured sky.
Abraham P. Hankins, Untitled (City Playground), c. 1938-1940, lithograph in black on wove paper, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.2337

Untitled (City Playground)

Abraham P. Hankins · c. 1938-1940 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2008.115.2337

The image shows an abstract composition of angular and curvilinear shapes in red, white, and beige against a textured blue background. The shapes create a dynamic and balanced arrangement, resembling a stylized human figure.
Abraham P. Hankins, Red, White & Blue, color screenprint, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.2338

Red, White & Blue

Abraham P. Hankins · · color screenprint ·  Accession ID  2008.115.2338

The image features intersecting lines and geometric shapes like triangles and quadrilaterals on the canvas, creating a sense of layered depth. Dark lines form shapes resembling humanoid profiles, evoking a dynamic scene where figures merge with their environment, similar to shadows cast on a wall. The abstract nature invites interpretation, linking elements to human figures and interactions with objects.
Abraham P. Hankins, Billiards, color etching, Rosenwald Collection, 1963.11.112

Billiards

Abraham P. Hankins · · color etching ·  Accession ID  1963.11.112