George Ortman

American, 1926 - 2015

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The image shows an abstract composition of geometric shapes, including a diamond shape at the center surrounded by intersecting lines. A symmetrical star-like pattern is integrated with arrow shapes pointing left and right. Warm yellow and brown circles and triangles contrast with darker cross-hatched textures. These shapes resemble eyes and ears. There is a central white rectangle and circular motif.
George Ortman, Tamarind Institute, Signal, 1966, lithograph (zinc and stone) in yellow, ochre and dark brown on German Etching paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.504

Signal

George Ortman, Tamarind Institute · 1966 · lithograph (zinc and stone) in yellow, ochre and dark brown on German Etching paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.504

This is an image of a title page of a lithograph collection. The image shows the word "OAXACA" in bold black capital letters near the top center. Below it are the words "LITHOGRAPHS BY GEORGE ORTMAN" in a smaller font size. The background is textured and appears to be white or light gray.
George Ortman, Tamarind Institute, Oaxaca, 1966, portfolio of fourteen lithographs on wove German Etching paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.481.1-14

Oaxaca

George Ortman, Tamarind Institute · 1966 · portfolio of fourteen lithographs on wove German Etching paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.481.1-14

The image displays symmetrical geometric shapes and lines, including diamond shapes, concentric circles, and a central circular motif divided by intersecting lines. Broad black vertical bands frame the sides, while within the central vertical axis, symmetrical diamond configurations mimic the appearance of a stylized chain or path, creating an intricate and balanced design. On either side, diagonal, textured rectangles contribute to the layered and patterned look.
George Ortman, Tamarind Institute, Flight, 1966, lithograph (stone) in black on German Etching paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.481.3

Flight

George Ortman, Tamarind Institute · 1966 · lithograph (stone) in black on German Etching paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.481.3

The image displays bold, intersecting lines and geometric shapes forming a symmetrical composition with a diamond shape at its center. The artwork includes shapes resembling circles, crosses, and squares, resembling a stylized compass or a mechanical schematic. Textured areas on the outer sections resemble fabric or rough surfaces, contrasting with the sharp geometric forms. The repeated and intersecting elements create structured complexity within the abstract design.
George Ortman, Tamarind Institute, Five, 1966, lithograph (zinc and stone) in three blues on German Etching paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.496

Five

George Ortman, Tamarind Institute · 1966 · lithograph (zinc and stone) in three blues on German Etching paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.496

The image features bold geometric shapes and lines, creating an abstract symmetry. At the center, a column of diamond shapes in dark brown extends vertically, flanked by circular elements with concentric circles. Above and below, large triangular forms suggest pointed arrows, while textured squares enclosing smaller squares with a cross inside are present. The overall design is framed by horizontal stripes at the top and bottom.
George Ortman, Tamarind Institute, Oaxaca, 1966, lithograph (zinc and stone) in ochre, light yellow, light blue and brown on German Etching paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.481.2

Oaxaca

George Ortman, Tamarind Institute · 1966 · lithograph (zinc and stone) in ochre, light yellow, light blue and brown on German Etching paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.481.2

The image displays geometric shapes and lines, mainly squares, circles, and triangles, arranged in a grid-like pattern. The artwork features a red color palette with variations in tones creating contrasts among the shapes. At the top, there are magenta wavy lines contrasting against a row of round circles, while a diamond in the center with a cross resembles a typical road sign. To the right, an inverted triangle with a darker inner triangle might evoke the idea of an arrow or a funnel. Several smaller squares and rectangles are distributed throughout the artwork, with some containing textures that could remind one of fabric patterns or brick surfaces.
George Ortman, Tamarind Institute, Monte Alban, 1966, lithograph (zinc and stone) in red-orange and three reds on German Etching paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.481.8

Monte Alban

George Ortman, Tamarind Institute · 1966 · lithograph (zinc and stone) in red-orange and three reds on German Etching paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.481.8

The image shows a series of geometric shapes and lines arranged in a symmetrical pattern. It includes squares, triangles, and circles, with diamond shapes separated by bold, textured lines. Inside the diamonds are circular shapes with vertical and wavy lines. At the center, a cross is surrounded by four small circles. Arrows pointing inward are positioned at the middle sides of the composition.
George Ortman, Tamarind Institute, Dance of Life, 1966, lithograph (stone) in black on German Etching paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.481.10

Dance of Life

George Ortman, Tamarind Institute · 1966 · lithograph (stone) in black on German Etching paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.481.10

The image features geometric shapes including triangles, circles, squares, and intersecting lines arranged symmetrically along a diagonal axis. It integrates concentric circles and triangles, overlapping squares and intricate line work, all bordered by double lines.
George Ortman, Tamarind Institute, Two, 1966, lithograph (stone) in black on German Etching paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.481.13

Two

George Ortman, Tamarind Institute · 1966 · lithograph (stone) in black on German Etching paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.481.13

The image displays geometric shapes including squares, lines, circles, and triangles arranged in a grid pattern. The design features contrasting lines and filled textures to create various patterns. Circles are surrounded by radial lines, chevron lines form a zigzag pathway, and squares with crosshatching and concentric circles resemble eyes or target marks.
George Ortman, Tamarind Institute, Monte Alban, 1966, lithograph (stone) in black on German Etching paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.481.7

Monte Alban

George Ortman, Tamarind Institute · 1966 · lithograph (stone) in black on German Etching paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.481.7

The image shows an arrangement of geometric shapes such as rectangles, diamonds, circles, and lines against a blue background. It forms an abstract pattern resembling an ornate door or shield emblem, with eye-like motifs and crossbar elements connecting the sections. In the center, there are four red squares within a circular form, similar to a compass rose or target.
George Ortman, Tamarind Institute, Flight, 1966, lithograph (aluminum and stone) in two blues, light red-violet and red on German Etching paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.481.4

Flight

George Ortman, Tamarind Institute · 1966 · lithograph (aluminum and stone) in two blues, light red-violet and red on German Etching paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.481.4