Richard Garst

American, active late 20th century

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The sculpture portrays a toppled ice cream cone that is melting. It consists of a stack of three scoops of ice cream topped with a dollop resembling whipped cream or a swirl of ice cream. The piece is a uniform off-white color and is crafted from a material that mimics the texture of ice cream, likely ceramic or plaster. The sculpture is small and compact, resting on what appears to be a puddle, suggesting melted ice cream. Each scoop has detailed textures, featuring smooth and slightly rough sections that depict dripping and melting ice cream realistically.
Claes Oldenburg, Michael Cascadden, Richard Garst, Stephen Glassman, Gemini G.E.L., Profiterole, started 1989, published 1990, cast plaster, Gift of Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen, 1994.68.2

Profiterole

Claes Oldenburg, Michael Cascadden, Richard Garst, Stephen Glassman, Gemini G.E.L. · started 1989, published 1990 · cast plaster ·  Accession ID  1994.68.2

The sculpture depicts a stack of scoops of ice cream with chocolate syrup dripping down the sides. The bottom layer is a brown scoop of ice cream resting on a splattered puddle resembling melted chocolate. Above the brown scoop are two off-white scoops with chocolate syrup drizzled over them. At the very top is a small dollop resembling a chocolate truffle or similar confection. The sculpture has a glossy finish, with colors primarily in shades of brown and off-white. It is placed against a neutral background, standing upright with a height of multiple layers.
Claes Oldenburg, Michael Cascadden, Richard Garst, Stephen Glassman, Gemini G.E.L., Profiterole, started 1989, published 1990, acrylic paint on cast aluminum, Gift of Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen, 1994.68.3

Profiterole

Claes Oldenburg, Michael Cascadden, Richard Garst, Stephen Glassman, Gemini G.E.L. · started 1989, published 1990 · acrylic paint on cast aluminum ·  Accession ID  1994.68.3

This sculpture depicts a dessert with layers of a substance like white whipped cream resting on a textured brown base that looks like cake, with dark, fudge-like sauce dripping downward. There is another small brown cake-like section on top of the dollops of cream. At the bottom of the sculpture, the dark sauce splatters outward.
Claes Oldenburg, Michael Cascadden, Richard Garst, Stephen Glassman, Gemini G.E.L., Profiterole, started 1989, published 1990, hand-painted cast aluminum, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1990.104.17

Profiterole

Claes Oldenburg, Michael Cascadden, Richard Garst, Stephen Glassman, Gemini G.E.L. · started 1989, published 1990 · hand-painted cast aluminum ·  Accession ID  1990.104.17

The image contains a repeated pattern of diagonal lines clustered together to form geometric shapes. The artwork uses various colors such as green, red, yellow, blue, and purple. The lines create patterns that resemble rows of parallel bars or stacks of colored pencils. The alignment and orientation of the lines suggest a complex interlocking system.
Jasper Johns, Anthony Zepeda, Alan Holoubek, Richard Garst, Gemini G.E.L., Cicada [working proof], 1981, color lithograph with crayon on Georges Duchêne Calcaire handmade paper [working proof], Patrons' Permanent Fund and Special Friends of the National Gallery of Art, 2010.116.659

Cicada [working proof]

Jasper Johns, Anthony Zepeda, Alan Holoubek, Richard Garst, Gemini G.E.L. · 1981 · color lithograph with crayon on Georges Duchêne Calcaire handmade paper [working proof] ·  Accession ID  2010.116.659

The image displays an array of diagonal and overlapping lines forming small, angular shapes that create an abstract pattern. The colors include red, dark blue, green, and white lines, adding depth and complexity. The interwoven lines and patterns resemble a crisscrossed textile or patchwork quilt.
Jasper Johns, Anthony Zepeda, Alan Holoubek, Richard Garst, Gemini G.E.L., Cicada [trial proof], 1981, color lithograph on Georges Duchêne Colombe handmade paper [trial proof], Patrons' Permanent Fund and Special Friends of the National Gallery of Art, 2010.116.676

Cicada [trial proof]

Jasper Johns, Anthony Zepeda, Alan Holoubek, Richard Garst, Gemini G.E.L. · 1981 · color lithograph on Georges Duchêne Colombe handmade paper [trial proof] ·  Accession ID  2010.116.676

The image displays a dense pattern of overlapping and parallel lines in various angles and directions. The lines are arranged in a vibrant abstract composition in shades of green, purple, orange, blue, yellow, and red. The artwork suggests a form of stacked sticks or matchsticks, resembling a pile of straws or colored pencils. The composition offers a textured appearance through the layered arrangement of lines, creating a dynamic visual experience reminiscent of a mosaic or patchwork quilt.
Jasper Johns, Anthony Zepeda, Alan Holoubek, Richard Garst, Gemini G.E.L., Cicada [trial proof], 1981, color lithograph on Arches wove paper [trial proof], Patrons' Permanent Fund and Special Friends of the National Gallery of Art, 2010.116.705

Cicada [trial proof]

Jasper Johns, Anthony Zepeda, Alan Holoubek, Richard Garst, Gemini G.E.L. · 1981 · color lithograph on Arches wove paper [trial proof] ·  Accession ID  2010.116.705

The image displays a pattern of angular and zigzagging lines in shades of red, blue, black, and yellow. The lines are layered to create a textured composition resembling a chaotic tapestry or a tightly packed forest of ferns. The arrangement of lines and colors suggests overlapping brushstrokes like a flowing jigsaw puzzle.
Jasper Johns, Anthony Zepeda, Alan Holoubek, Richard Garst, Gemini G.E.L., Cicada [trial proof], 1981, color lithograph on Georges Duchêne Calcaire handmade paper [trial proof], Patrons' Permanent Fund and Special Friends of the National Gallery of Art, 2010.116.668

Cicada [trial proof]

Jasper Johns, Anthony Zepeda, Alan Holoubek, Richard Garst, Gemini G.E.L. · 1981 · color lithograph on Georges Duchêne Calcaire handmade paper [trial proof] ·  Accession ID  2010.116.668

The image displays a pattern of short, angled lines intersecting and overlapping within a rectangular space. The lines form a dynamic, textured surface with various colors such as red, green, purple, yellow, and blue against a black background.
Jasper Johns, Anthony Zepeda, Alan Holoubek, Richard Garst, Gemini G.E.L., Cicada [trial proof], 1981, color lithograph on Georges Duchêne Lys handmade paper [trial proof], Patrons' Permanent Fund and Special Friends of the National Gallery of Art, 2010.116.694

Cicada [trial proof]

Jasper Johns, Anthony Zepeda, Alan Holoubek, Richard Garst, Gemini G.E.L. · 1981 · color lithograph on Georges Duchêne Lys handmade paper [trial proof] ·  Accession ID  2010.116.694

The image shows short, straight lines arranged in overlapping pentagonal shapes with a vibrant color palette. The lines form a complex geometric pattern that resembles a mosaic or quilt. The lines spiral into each pentagon, creating a sense of movement.
Jasper Johns, Anthony Zepeda, Alan Holoubek, Richard Garst, Gemini G.E.L., Cicada [trial proof], 1981, color lithograph on Georges Duchêne Calcaire handmade paper [trial proof], Patrons' Permanent Fund and Special Friends of the National Gallery of Art, 2010.116.689

Cicada [trial proof]

Jasper Johns, Anthony Zepeda, Alan Holoubek, Richard Garst, Gemini G.E.L. · 1981 · color lithograph on Georges Duchêne Calcaire handmade paper [trial proof] ·  Accession ID  2010.116.689

The image contains overlapping and intersecting lines that form angular, geometric shapes. It features bold, colored stripes crisscrossing and interlocking across the canvas. The use of bright colors like red, blue, green, yellow, and purple accentuates the structured chaos.
Jasper Johns, Anthony Zepeda, Alan Holoubek, Richard Garst, Gemini G.E.L., Cicada [trial proof], 1981, color lithograph on wove paper [trial proof], Patrons' Permanent Fund and Special Friends of the National Gallery of Art, 2010.116.664

Cicada [trial proof]

Jasper Johns, Anthony Zepeda, Alan Holoubek, Richard Garst, Gemini G.E.L. · 1981 · color lithograph on wove paper [trial proof] ·  Accession ID  2010.116.664