William Baziotes

American, 1912 - 1963

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  • Desert Landscape

    William Baziotes

    1951

    Oil and charcoal on canvas  Accession ID  1996.81.1

    On View: East Building Upper Level, Gallery E407
  • The image features curved black lines on a canvas, some spiraling at the ends. The upper portion has ascending and bending lines, while the lower portion has spirals and loops. There is a horizontal line separating the top and bottom halves, and the lines crisscross in the middle. There appears to be a shape resembling an abstract animal form or a cloud resting on a rectangular platform amid the lines.

    Untitled

    William Baziotes

    1950/1959

    Pen and black ink on wove paper  Accession ID  1997.82.4

    Not on view
  • The image displays simple, flowing lines creating an abstract composition. There is a curving L-shape, a rounded loop, a horizontal line, and a wavy spiral. The composition is playful and abstract.

    Untitled

    William Baziotes

    1950/1959

    Pen and black ink on wove paper  Accession ID  1997.82.1

    Not on view
  • The image shows fluid lines and geometric forms on a plain background, creating an abstract composition. There is a shape resembling a simplified letter "L" or inverted hammer at the top left. A vertical line splits into two curved hooks at the bottom. On the right, an irregular, curving line outlines a form reminiscent of a seated human figure or musical note. A wavy line across the bottom suggests movement, resembling a stylized serpent or aquatic creature. The art invites viewers to connect these elements and create their own interpretations.

    Untitled

    William Baziotes

    1950/1959

    Pen and black ink on wove paper  Accession ID  1997.82.3

    Not on view
  • The image displays thin, black lines forming an abstract composition on a plain background. There is a horizontal line in the middle, a tall narrow shape resembling a chimney, a smaller adjacent shape, a curved line resembling a boat's mast or sail, and a long vertical line that curls into a spiral shape, resembling a loose likeness of a musical instrument scroll. The abstract lines invite varied interpretations.

    Untitled

    William Baziotes

    1950/1959

    Pen and black ink on wove paper  Accession ID  1997.82.5

    Not on view
  • The image shows a series of flowing, continuous black lines forming abstract shapes on a plain background. The top half features a sweeping, arch-like curve, while the bottom half has wave-like patterns. The composition could be interpreted as interconnected hills or waves in a simple line art style.

    Untitled

    William Baziotes

    1950/1959

    Pen and black ink on wove paper  Accession ID  1997.82.2

    Not on view
  • This image features various lines and shapes against a plain background. There is a long curving line at the top right, an irregular form on the left, small curls, and a larger angular shape with a pointed end and a curved tail. The composition is minimalistic, emphasizing the simplicity and fluidity of the line work.

    Untitled

    William Baziotes

    1950/1959

    Pen and black ink on wove paper  Accession ID  1997.82.6

    Not on view
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    Swamp

    William Baziotes

    1947

    Pastel on wove paper  Accession ID  2004.11.3

    Not on view

  • Pierrot

    William Baziotes

    1947

    Oil on canvas  Accession ID  1984.43.1

    Not on view
  • The image depicts an arrangement of bold and dynamic shapes and lines in an abstract composition. At the center, a large, circular form in shades of pink, black, and white resembles an eye with radiating lines. A green circle below it is present. Surrounding these focal points are curving lines and fragmented shapes. A vertical strip on the right side is filled with small black dots on a blue background.

    Untitled

    William Baziotes

    1946/47

    Watercolor and pen and brush with black ink on textured paper  Accession ID  2004.11.5

    Not on view
  • The image showcases sharp, angular shapes mixed with curving lines in bold colors such as red, yellow, blue, green, and purple. The abstract composition suggests a stylized animal, with a prominent eye and sharp teeth-like forms. The colors and shapes merge and contrast across the canvas in a dynamic and vibrant manner.

    Untitled

    William Baziotes

    1934-1936

    Transparent and opaque watercolor over graphite on wove paper  Accession ID  2004.11.4

    Not on view
  • ""

    Baziotes Sketchbook

    William Baziotes

    1930s

    Sketchbook with 94 drawings in various media on wove paper  Accession ID  1998.132.1.1-94

    Not on view