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The image contains a black line drawing of a large oval shape enclosing a rectilinear form with a smaller, irregular cut-out at its center, set against a vibrant red background.

A Day Book

R. B. Kitaj, Robert Creeley, Graphis

1972

Portfolio of 9 screenprints, 4 etchings, and 1 lithograph with colophon and text pages Accession ID 2015.19.2623.1-14

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The image displays a variety of geometric and organic shapes forming an abstract composition. There is a large circle intersected by straight and curved lines at the center, layered over a textured turquoise rectangle. Surrounding these shapes are purple wavy lines suggesting a face in profile. A decorative green border encloses the composition. At the bottom, there is text that reads, "in the house of the pleasantly wealthy woman, is saying in that high-pitched excitement of his, 'Money, money, money! I can almost smell it!'"

Duncan

R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Graphis

1970-1972

Color screenprint on black laid paper Accession ID 2015.19.2623.6

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The image shows bold, curving lines outlining a female figure in a poised stance against a red background. There is a rectangular sepia-toned image of a nude figure, a diagonal blue line dividing the canvas, and a black-and-white portrait of a person with medium-length hair. The text within the image reads, "OF BOBBIE'S SHIFT OFF FROM ME SEXUALLY, TO SOMEONE ELSE --."

Of Bobbie's Shift Off from Me Sexually, to Someone Else

R. B. Kitaj, White Ink Ltd., Kelpra Studio, Graphis

1970-1972

Photo-etching in brown with color screenprint on wove paper Accession ID 2015.19.2623.11

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The image displays bold, jagged white lines on a vivid blue background. A dark, shadow-like face emerges at the top center, with a rectangular black area below containing handwritten text in blue-green letters reading: "WANTING TO SPIT ON THE UNSICK SO AS TO CONVERT THEM."

Wanting to Spit on the Unsick so as to Convert Them

R. B. Kitaj, White Ink Ltd., Kelpra Studio, Graphis

1970-1972

Color photo-etching and screenprint on wove paper Accession ID 2015.19.2623.3

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The image features a stylized profile of a person's head facing to the right. The image uses a dot style or halftone effect with shades of orange and brown on a yellow background. The person's facial features like the nose, mustache, and eyebrow are visible but lack finer details due to the artistic style. The hair is also rendered in the same dot style, with dots denser towards the edges. There are no visible clothing, jewelry, or objects. Below the profile, in typewritten font, are the words "SOMEONE SAYING, SOMEONE IN SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY NO LESS," in blue-gray ink. The background is simple, emphasizing the profile and text.

Someone Saying, Someone in Southern Methodist University No Less

R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Graphis

1970-1972

Color screenprint on yellow laid paper Accession ID 2015.19.2623.13

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Untitled

R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Graphis

1970-1972

Screenprint in brown and tan on wove paper Accession ID 2015.19.2623.14

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The image shows a series of rectangular blocks and lines intersecting and overlapping to create a grid pattern. Towards the bottom, there is a section resembling an industrial complex or urban layout. On the right side, a figure with a face similar to a mask or a mannequin head is depicted with a red hue on the top.

Untitled

R. B. Kitaj, White Ink Ltd., Kelpra Studio, Graphis

1970-1972

Photo-etching in black with color screenprint on wove paper Accession ID 2015.19.2623.12

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The image is a black and white drawing of a person's head with a closely cropped hairstyle. The face is depicted with bold lines highlighting the eyes, nose, and lips. The person's eyes are large and looking upward and to the side. The background is plain and light cream colored. Below the head, the text reads "DINE" in bold, uppercase font, followed by "FROZEN AND BRUISED" in a thinner uppercase style. The drawing has a simplistic and stylized aesthetic, emphasizing the facial expression.

Dine: Frozen and Bruised

R. B. Kitaj, Atelier Mourlot, Graphis

1970-1972

Lithograph in black on wove paper Accession ID 2015.19.2623.9

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The image shows the side profile of a man's face from the shoulder up, facing left. The man has distinct facial features including a prominent nose and brow, with neatly styled and short hair. The background is split into two sections, with the top half displaying the text "ALLEN MEETING THE VISITING PROFESSORS FROM TORONTO," and the lower half showing the darkened image of the man's profile. The man's ear is visible, but no jewelry or objects are apparent. The overall setting appears abstract with a focus on the profile itself.

Allen Meeting the Visiting Professors from Toronto

R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Graphis

1970-1972

Color screenprint on blue acetate with silver enamel-coated verso Accession ID 2015.19.2623.10

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The image depicts a minimalist representation of a human face at the center of the canvas. The face is shown slightly tilted down and to the side. The features are simple and outlined, without much detail. The hair is depicted as a black shape around the top of the head, contrasting with the background. The background is mostly muted green with a textured reddish-brown area near the head. At the bottom, there is a red strip with text reading "I. A. RICHARDS" and additional text about language systems.

I. A. Richards: His Use of the Tensions in Language Systems

R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Graphis

1970-1972

Color screenprint on green laid paper Accession ID 2015.19.2623.8

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The image consists of curved and angular shapes, divided by a diagonal line into green and red sections. It features textures and patterns resembling a classical bust, with the green shape below suggesting a person's shoulders and back. The artwork juxtaposes various textures and colors, creating a dynamic interplay between the abstract and the recognizable.

But That Was in Another Country and Besides, the Wench is Dead

R. B. Kitaj, White Ink Ltd., Kelpra Studio, Graphis

1970-1972

Color photo-etching and screenprint on wove paper Accession ID 2015.19.2623.4

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The image shows a profile view of a woman's head, stopping at the neck, facing right. The woman has a straight nose, slightly smiling lips, and orange hair styled in waves. Her facial features are in pink with shadows for depth, contrasting with the hair color. The background is a solid, muted lavender color. Text in the artwork says "INSIDE SHE WAS A GIRL STILL," with some abstract markings and lines.

Inside She Was a Girl Still

R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Graphis

1970-1972

Color screenprint on purple wove paper Accession ID 2015.19.2623.5

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