Ken Price

Price, Kenneth

American, 1935 - 2012

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    Artists for Obama [special proof]

    Various Artists, John Baldessari, Jonathan Borofsky, Frank Gehry, Ann Hamilton, Jasper Johns, Ellsworth Kelly, Brice Marden, Julie Mehretu, Ken Price, Ed Ruscha, Richard Serra, Susan Rothenberg, Richard Tuttle, Gemini G.E.L.

    2008

    Portfolio of eight lithographs and five etchings (one with aquatint) on wove paper  Accession ID  2009.69.1.1-13

    Not on view
  • The image features a stylized landscape with rounded forms that resemble hills or mounds. The horizon shows dramatic orange and red hues. Against the vibrant sky on the horizon, there is a trailer-like structure. Colors are bold and contrasting, with black and pink dominating the landforms closest to us, and intense reds and oranges in the sky. The sharp, clean lines and solid color fills create a graphic and modern art style without visible brushstrokes, emphasizing the contrast between the natural landscape and the man-made element in the distance.

    Living with Rocks from Artists for Obama

    Ken Price, Anna Medina, Amber Rissman, Gemini G.E.L.

    2008

    Color lithograph and screenprint on wove rives bfk paper from a portfolio of eight lithographs and five etchings  Accession ID  2009.69.1.9

    Not on view
  • The image shows a volcanic landscape with dark, jagged mountains on the horizon. A plume of textured smoke rises from a peak, creating a vertical element against the sky. The brushstrokes in the smoke are intricate. The sky has a gradient of pinks, purples, and blues. The lava flows are in shades of orange and yellow, contrasting with the dark volcanic rock. The scene captures the energy of a volcanic eruption, with a dramatic sky adding depth to the composition.

    Killer Smoke

    Ken Price

    2004

    Watercolor and pen and black ink over graphite on wove paper  Accession ID  2012.76.1

    Not on view
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    Bolivar

    Ken Price, Henry Takemoto, Happy Price, Gemini G.E.L.

    1998

    Sanded acrylic on ceramic  Accession ID  2001.74.13

    Not on view
  • The sculpture is a small, cup-like object with a vibrant, glossy finish. The main body of the sculpture is predominantly red, including the handle and cup portion. The base has a colorful, dot-like pattern with a blend of yellow, red, blue, and black, creating a striking contrast against the red upper section. The sculpture is made of a smooth ceramic or similar material, as suggested by its shiny surface and precise contours. The overall shape resembles a modernized version of a traditional cup resting on a quirky base.

    North of El Prado

    Ken Price, Henry Takemoto, Happy Price, Gemini G.E.L.

    started 1992, published 1993

    Glazed earthenware  Accession ID  2015.139.22

    Not on view
  • The sculpture is a cup-shaped object with three rounded legs and a tail-like handle. Its color scheme includes glossy brown and bright red. The material seems to be ceramic with a high gloss finish that reflects light. The form combines organic and geometric elements, with a twisting handle and a broader base supported by three legs.

    Casper

    Ken Price, Henry Takemoto, Happy Price, Gemini G.E.L.

    started 1992, published 1993

    Galzed earthenware  Accession ID  2015.138.4

    Not on view
  • The image shows an interior view of a room with large windows overlooking a cityscape. There are furniture pieces such as chairs and a table with bold lines and shadows in a graphic style. The horizon with buildings, palm trees, and two towers is visible through the windows. The color palette includes soft pastels and muted tones, like a peach sky and a mauve floor, contrasting with the dark furniture and window frames. The style is influenced by pop art, with clean shapes and limited colors for a visual impact.

    Western Sunset

    Ken Price, Stanley Baden, Aiko Baden, Gemini G.E.L.

    started 1992, published 1993

    Color screenprint on rives bfk wove paper  Accession ID  2017.54.87

    Not on view
  • The sculpture is a ceramic piece with a unique form that combines elements of a cup and a base. The upper part is a cylindrical cup with a glossy brown exterior and a sinuous handle. The base is a rounded form with a soft pink color and a red circular design. The materials give the sculpture a smooth and shiny appearance, suggesting a glazed finish. The construction presents an abstract design that challenges traditional proportions and purposes of similar objects.

    Mildred

    Ken Price, Henry Takemoto, Happy Price, Gemini G.E.L.

    1991

    Glazed earthenware  Accession ID  2015.138.1

    Not on view
  • The sculpture is a ceramic piece shaped like a modern jug or pitcher. It has a bulbous orange body with a glossy finish and a large red circle on one side. The handle and neck are blue, contrasting with the orange body. The handle has a textured or faceted appearance. The sculpture is polished and likely made of glazed ceramic, displaying playful shapes and bold colors.

    Chet

    Ken Price, Henry Takemoto, Happy Price, Gemini G.E.L.

    1991

    Glazed earthenware  Accession ID  2015.23.3.a-b

    Not on view
  • The sculpture is a mug with a unique design. It has an irregular shape giving it an artistic appearance. The main body is black, smoothly integrating into the bottom part of the mug. The top section, including the handle, is yellow. The inside of the mug is coated with red glaze. The material seems to be ceramic, with a glossy surface reflecting light. The handle is sturdy and artistically sculpted, adding an organic aesthetic. The combination of colors and textures makes the mug eye-catching and functional.

    California Cup

    Ken Price, Henry Takemoto, Happy Price, Gemini G.E.L.

    1991

    Glazed earthenware  Accession ID  2015.23.2.a-b

    Not on view
  • The sculpture resembles a pitcher or jug with a curved base and an asymmetrical handle. It has a color palette of predominantly warm tones, featuring a glossy red base transitioning into a muted yellowish-brown. The handle has organic, flowing forms with green and yellow tones, accented by thin red lines. The entire piece seems to be made from ceramic, with a glazed and crackled surface texture. The form and colors create a visually striking appearance, with a top part resembling a cup on a half-sphere structure, creating an inverted teacup-like effect.

    The Fireworm Cup

    Ken Price, Henry Takemoto, Happy Price, Gemini G.E.L.

    1991

    Glazed earthenware  Accession ID  2015.138.2

    Not on view
  • Most of the top half of this print is maroon, while most of the bottom half is mustard yellow. In the center of the maroon section are the words "club XX" in a yellow rectangle, with "club" in a curling script and "XX" in larger, angular text. Below the text, in a triangle of yellow, is what appears to be a small, nude person with pale-pink skin and dark hair, crouching on the ground. Their face is turned towards us, and they have wide eyes and a mouth that appears set in a grimace. They cast a shadow on the mustard-yellow space beneath them.

    Club XX

    Ken Price, Kenneth Farley, Gemini G.E.L.

    started 1986, published 1990

    Color photo-engraving and aquatint on arches 88 wove paper  Accession ID  2017.54.83

    Not on view