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The image displays geometric shapes and bold lines in a dynamic composition. Various square and rectangular forms, along with black and red angled lines, are shown on a blue and brown background. A red trapezoid and a white circle overlapping a black square are featured. Green patches are also visible. The overall layout of shapes suggests an abstract landscape or cityscape.
Unknown, Composition From Paper Scraps, 1960, screenprint, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.1992

Composition From Paper Scraps

Unknown · 1960 · screenprint ·  Accession ID  2008.115.1992

The image features a composition of bold black forms interspersed with thin, white linear shapes, creating an intricate pattern. This abstract artwork depicts what appears to be the silhouettes of human figures, arranged closely as if moving together on a narrow path. The outlines and posture of these shapes suggest a crowd, reminiscent of people walking under a canopy of trees, as indicated by the vertical white lines.
Unknown, Untitled (Figures), 1960, woodcut, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.1267

Untitled (Figures)

Unknown · 1960 · woodcut ·  Accession ID  2008.115.1267

The image consists of vertical, jagged lines and abstract shapes creating a textured pattern. The lines resemble stylized flames or ancient tree bark against a dark background. The top part is reddish, transitioning to white with hints of green, and the bottom is a rich mustard yellow. The scene is framed by a black border.
Unknown, Untitled (Abstract), 1957, screenprint, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.3730

Untitled (Abstract)

Unknown · 1957 · screenprint ·  Accession ID  2008.115.3730

The image consists of geometric shapes including arcs and angular lines, giving a sense of motion. The composition resembles the outline of a vase with round forms resembling flowers. These shapes are set against overlapping planes of color, with red and orange circles representing a bouquet. Muted earth tones and chartreuse areas suggest a table or background. The artwork has an abstract interpretation of a still life arrangement.
Unknown, Untitled (Abstract), 1956, screenprint, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.4419

Untitled (Abstract)

Unknown · 1956 · screenprint ·  Accession ID  2008.115.4419

The image shows swirling lines and irregular shapes in dark and light areas. The abstract artwork may suggest a landscape with flowing lines resembling rivers and rocky formations. The black and white contrast creates shadows and highlights like light penetrating dense surfaces.
Unknown, Shrine of the Lost River, 1955, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.1385

Shrine of the Lost River

Unknown · 1955 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.1385

The image shows a collection of elongated and angular shapes intersecting and layering upon each other in an abstract composition. Some shapes resemble shards of glass or angular blades, while others have a skeletal appearance with perforations, suggesting a connection to natural formations. The color palette includes blues, earthy greens, and tans, enhancing the abstract quality and evoking a sense of depth and transparency, similar to tinted glass windows.
Unknown, Untitled (Abstract), 1955, color screenprint, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.1493

Untitled (Abstract)

Unknown · 1955 · color screenprint ·  Accession ID  2008.115.1493

The image shows an abstract composition with bold, angular lines and shapes arranged within a rectangular frame. Overlapping triangular forms, arcs, and fragmented circular shapes intersect and diverge throughout the piece. The shapes resemble shattered glass or a deconstructed structure, evoking imagery of shattered windows or geometric constellations. The artwork uses a high contrast of black and white to emphasize the rough texture and dynamic movement suggested by the layered strokes.
Unknown, Peaks, 1953, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.2766

Peaks

Unknown · 1953 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.2766

The image displays intersecting shapes and lines in an abstract design. The composition is composed mostly of triangles and trapezoids that interlock and overlap, creating a pattern that resembles facets of a gemstone or segments of a stained-glass window. Bold red and earthy brown colors are used alongside a textured, stippled background, adding depth and dimension to the artwork. The overall composition conveys a sense of organized chaos, reminiscent of mechanical contraptions or architectural blueprints.
Unknown, Composition, 1953, screenprint, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.4444

Composition

Unknown · 1953 · screenprint ·  Accession ID  2008.115.4444

The image shows a detailed arrangement of bold and curved black lines forming a large circular shape with various inner patterns and shapes. The design has central vertical lines extending outward and surrounding abstract shapes resembling clouds or clusters of rocks, giving a sense of depth and complexity. The overall impression is of a dynamic, stylized machine in a landscape.
Unknown, Greeting Card, 1952, etching, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.4446

Greeting Card

Unknown · 1952 · etching ·  Accession ID  2008.115.4446

The image displays intersecting lines, rectangles, and circular forms, creating an abstract composition. Among these shapes are elongated ladders and pole-like structures, suggesting an industrial landscape or scaffolding framework. The artwork may evoke architectural blueprints with linear structures resembling platforms or beams. Curved lines are also present, similar to cables or ropes, adding tension and connection to the visual field.
Unknown, The Wall, 1952, etching, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.4249

The Wall

Unknown · 1952 · etching ·  Accession ID  2008.115.4249