Ynez Johnston

American, 1920 - 2019

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  • The image shows an arrangement of irregular and jagged lines and shapes scattered across the canvas. These forms resemble a cityscape or architectural structures, with patterns and symbols interspersed throughout. The lines and edges blend into the background, creating a dreamlike and surreal atmosphere, partially obscured as if by mist or smoke. In the center, there is a text block framed by imaginative shapes resembling mountains or hills at different heights.

    Principalities (Colophon)

    Ynez Johnston, Tamarind Institute

    1966

    Lithograph (stone) in brown on j. green paper  Accession ID  1983.18.737.13

    Not on view
  • The image shows a black and white abstract shape with jagged edges and irregular lines. Inside the shape, there are intricate, maze-like patterns and fragmented forms resembling structures like castles, towers, and gates. Surrounding the abstract composition is text reinforcing ideas of rule and inheritance, resonating with themes of lost royalty and grandeur.

    Principalities I

    Ynez Johnston, Tamarind Institute

    1966

    Lithograph (stone) in black on j. green paper  Accession ID  1983.18.737.3

    Not on view
  • The image shows bold, irregular lines and shapes creating an abstract pattern. The arrangement resembles a map or cityscape, with some sections suggesting houses or buildings. A prominent tower shape is seen on the right, akin to a clock tower. Various areas contain text, resembling notices or signs. The overall composition suggests a bustling, densely populated area through the use of dark, expressive lines and intricate detailing.

    Principalities II

    Ynez Johnston, Tamarind Institute

    1966

    Lithograph (stone) in black on j. green paper  Accession ID  1983.18.737.4

    Not on view
  • The image displays irregular shapes and lines in bold black and muted orange tones. The shapes are unique and scattered around the canvas, creating an abstract composition. The use of color and form evokes architectural sketches, and patterns integrated into the shapes resemble building facades or roofs.

    Principalities VI

    Ynez Johnston, Tamarind Institute

    1966

    Lithograph (stone) in ochre and black on j. green paper  Accession ID  1983.18.737.8

    Not on view
  • The image displays an arrangement of abstract shapes and jagged, uneven lines suggesting a chaotic scene. Among the lines, a house-like structure with a triangular roof can be seen, alongside elements resembling fragmented fences or ladders. Red and black colors against a white background enhance the abstract nature, creating a sense of disorder and complexity. The sporadic appearance of these elements hints at a world where familiar structures are deconstructed and reshaped into new, unexpected forms.

    Principalities IX

    Ynez Johnston, Tamarind Institute

    1966

    Lithograph (stone) in red and black on j. green paper  Accession ID  1983.18.737.11

    Not on view
  • The image features abstract shapes and lines forming a silhouette reminiscent of a cityscape or maze. Within this dark shape are white, linear designs resembling buildings and rooftops. Bold, stylized text is displayed in the light background, with additional abstract shapes hinting at building-like forms below. The composition suggests an urban map viewed from above, with abstract elements adding whimsy and complexity.

    Principalities III

    Ynez Johnston, Tamarind Institute

    1966

    Lithograph (stone) in black on j. green paper  Accession ID  1983.18.737.5

    Not on view
  • The image shows an array of abstract shapes and squiggly lines, forming a complex pattern. The design includes rectangular forms and curvilinear elements. The composition could be interpreted as a cityscape or mechanical system. The ink creates a textured, smudgy effect that complements the sharp lines and structured forms.

    Principalities IV

    Ynez Johnston, Tamarind Institute

    1966

    Lithograph (stone) in black on j. green paper  Accession ID  1983.18.737.6

    Not on view
  • The image displays irregular fragmented shapes resembling architecture pieces such as houses and towers in an abstract style. Some shapes form rough disjointed lines connecting them, reminiscent of an urban skyline. The visual composition connects these shapes to familiar residential and city buildings, although distorted and stylized, evoking an abstract cityscape. The shapes are interspersed among printed text on the page, blending structured form with freeform creativity.

    Principalities X

    Ynez Johnston, Tamarind Institute

    1966

    Lithograph (stone) in black on j. green paper  Accession ID  1983.18.737.12

    Not on view
  • The image shows various shapes and lines intersecting each other. The abstract composition features zigzags, spirals, and bold strokes. There are elements resembling eyes or architectural structures within the chaotic landscape.

    Untitled

    Ynez Johnston, Tamarind Institute

    1966

    Lithograph (stone) in black on j. green paper  Accession ID  1983.18.768

    Not on view
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    Londinium

    Ynez Johnston, Tamarind Institute

    1965

    Lithograph (stone) in black on white arches paper  Accession ID  1983.18.765

    Not on view
  • The image displays an array of bold, swirling black lines and geometric shapes scattered across a textured, speckled gray background. The abstract composition includes a variety of shapes, including a partially drawn house with a pointed roof, jagged lines, circular patterns, loops, and curly shapes connecting elements in a chaotic manner. The motifs create a sense of layered complexity and emulate a collage of items in a dreamlike fashion.

    Untitled

    Ynez Johnston, Tamarind Institute

    1965

    Lithograph (stone) in black on j. green paper  Accession ID  1983.18.766

    Not on view
  • The image consists of intricate lines and geometric shapes that interconnect across the page, forming an abstract composition. The design could be reminiscent of a cityscape, with elements that might suggest rooftops, buildings, and architectural structures. Various sections contain patterns such as grids, stripes, and crosshatching, evoking the texture of urban environments. Some shapes could be interpreted as machinery or maps, with pathways and circuit-like connections leading the viewer's eye through the detailed artwork.

    Untitled

    Ynez Johnston, Tamarind Institute

    1965

    Lithograph (stone) in black on j. green paper  Accession ID  1983.18.767

    Not on view