Joe Funk

American, active late 20th century

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  • The image displays a large rectangle of deep burnt orange color, dominating the space in an abstract manner. The texture and shading variations on the surface resemble fabric or canvas, hinting at a textile representation. These elements add depth and movement to the design.

    Tablets

    Clinton Adams, Garo Antreasian, Joe Funk, Tamarind Institute

    1961

    Portfolio of ten lithographs with title page and colophon  Accession ID  1964.8.1979.1-10

    Not on view
  • The image shows horizontal rectangular shapes in varying shades of gray to black, stacked vertically with distinct separation lines in between. The layers have a gradual transition from dark to light, giving the impression of different densities. The softer edges and blending of tones enhance the abstract quality of the composition.

    Tablet IV

    Clinton Adams, Joe Funk, Tamarind Institute

    1961

    Lithograph in black on arches wove paper  Accession ID  1964.8.1979.4

    Not on view
  • The image showcases a series of vertical and slightly diagonal lines forming an abstract composition against a light background. These lines create a pattern that can be interpreted as a group of figures or forms resembling people in motion. The arrangement suggests a connection to a crowded scene where individual shapes merge together.

    Figures

    Harold Altman, Joe Funk, Tamarind Institute

    1961

    Lithograph in brown on wove nacre paper  Accession ID  1964.8.2033

    Not on view
  • The image displays an abstract composition with a large circular shape at the top and a rectangular shape below it. The circle has radiating lines and a darker inner portion, resembling the sun or a celestial body. Below, the rectangular shape contains irregular stone-like forms, reminiscent of a mosaic or stone wall, bordered by a diffused edge that transitions into the surrounding area. The composition balances the circular and rectangular elements, evoking natural elements in an abstract way.

    Tablet X

    Clinton Adams, Joe Funk, Tamarind Institute

    1961

    Color lithograph on arches wove paper  Accession ID  1964.8.1979.10

    Not on view
  • The image displays an abstract composition with irregular rectangles and amorphous forms layered inside a larger dark border. Varying shades of gray and black create a textured appearance. Scattered spots are present. The overall arrangement suggests a fragmented landscape seen from above, with light and shadow adding depth to the scene.

    Tablet V

    Clinton Adams, Joe Funk, Tamarind Institute

    1961

    Lithograph in black on arches wove paper  Accession ID  1964.8.1979.5

    Not on view
  • This is a drawing of an outdoor scene with structures and shadows. The drawing captures a scene with lightly sketched figures and structures against an expansive foreground. The drawing is done in a soft pencil tone. The majority of the composition is wide, empty areas which direct the eye to the detailed areas where the sketch marks depict figures standing near what appears to be a low wall or seating area. The environment is suggested with minimal detail, lending an atmospheric feel to the piece. The use of shading is delicate, highlighting the figures and the spaces around them in a subtle manner.

    Man

    Harold Altman, Joe Funk, Tamarind Institute

    1961

    Lithograph in brown on wove arches paper  Accession ID  1964.8.2034

    Not on view
  • The image shows dense, overlapping lines forming an abstract pattern. In the center, there is a rectangular shape enclosing a circular void, resembling a tunnel or doorway.

    Tablet VIII

    Clinton Adams, Joe Funk, Tamarind Institute

    1961

    Lithograph in black on arches wove paper  Accession ID  1964.8.1979.8

    Not on view
  • The image shows bold rectangular and square shapes with heavily shaded areas and a bright, textured rectangular form in the center. This abstract composition creates a sense of depth and contrast. The central rectangle is detailed and rough in texture, set amidst a surrounding dark and subtly shaded background.

    Tablet I

    Clinton Adams, Joe Funk, Tamarind Institute

    1961

    Lithograph in black on arches wove paper  Accession ID  1964.8.1979.1

    Not on view
  • The image shows a beige canvas with faint lines and abstract smudges across its surface, resembling a blank piece of parchment or a lightly stained sheet of paper.

    The Window Series

    Clinton Adams, Garo Antreasian, Joe Funk, Tamarind Institute

    1960

    Portfolio of ten lithographs with title page and colophon  Accession ID  1964.8.1989.1-10

    Not on view
  • The image displays a series of rectangular and curving lines layered over one another, forming an enclosed pattern. The abstract design includes muted tones like gray, brown, and blue, blending together unevenly. Shapes resembling a cityscape with blocks and lines representing windows or doors, and a structure similar to a building facade, are visible within the composition. The arrangement and texture give it an appearance akin to an aged, weathered mural.

    Window Series VII

    Clinton Adams, Joe Funk, Tamarind Institute

    1960

    Color lithograph on rives bfk wove paper  Accession ID  1964.8.1989.7

    Not on view
  • The image features a composition of rectangular shapes layered within one another. A central rectangle contains an abstract pattern of rounded, stone-like forms. Above it, a textured gray area is present, while the stone shapes below it resemble a cobblestone path. Smaller square shapes lie below this section, resting on a flat, horizontal band. The forms might evoke a window view overlooking a courtyard or wall. The image is bordered by rectangles in muted tones, adding depth and structure to the abstract depiction.

    Window Series III

    Clinton Adams, Joe Funk, Tamarind Institute

    1960

    Color lithograph on rives bfk wove paper  Accession ID  1964.8.1989.3

    Not on view
  • The image displays three elongated vertical shapes against a dark rectangular background. A stippled and gradient border surrounds the shapes. Below the vertical forms, there are rectangular and circular elements arranged in a pattern, resembling a cityscape or stacked stones.

    Window Series IV

    Clinton Adams, Joe Funk, Tamarind Institute

    1960

    Color lithograph on rives bfk wove paper  Accession ID  1964.8.1989.4

    Not on view