Lee Krasner

American, 1908 - 1984

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Slivers drawn in black chalk, painted with vibrant green, yellow, and red, or left white are interwoven in this square, abstract composition. The painted areas are too small to make out any objects, and the drawn areas are rounded or angular shapes. The overall impression is that shards from a painting, drawing, or blank canvas have been reassembled like bits of broken mirror. The artist signed and dated the lower center, “Lee Krasner ’76.”
Lee Krasner, Imperative, 1976, oil, charcoal and paper on canvas, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Victor Thaw, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1991.59.1

Imperative

Lee Krasner · 1976 · oil, charcoal and paper on canvas ·  Accession ID  1991.59.1

This print shows bold, sweeping lines and teardrop shapes in white and dark green. Blue and green lines fill the white sections, crossing and overlapping with each other.
Lee Krasner, Free Space, 1976, screenprint, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Florian Carr Fund and Gift of the Print Research Foundation, 2008.115.140

Free Space

Lee Krasner · 1976 · screenprint ·  Accession ID  2008.115.140

The image depicts curved, organic shapes and flowing lines in green, white, and dark blue colors. The shapes resemble elongated leaves or petals with smooth contours and pointed tips. The composition suggests motion or fluidity, reminiscent of natural forms.
Lee Krasner, Free Space (Deluxe), green, 1976, screenprint with collage, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Florian Carr Fund and Gift of the Print Research Foundation, 2008.115.139

Free Space (Deluxe), green

Lee Krasner · 1976 · screenprint with collage ·  Accession ID  2008.115.139

The image features curved, sweeping lines and shapes in green, gold, and black on a white background, creating an abstract pattern. The shapes resemble elongated leaves or flame-like forms intertwined, with textured, scribble-like patterns in some areas.
Lee Krasner, Free Space (Deluxe), yellow, 1975, screenprint with collage, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Florian Carr Fund and Gift of the Print Research Foundation, 2008.115.145

Free Space (Deluxe), yellow

Lee Krasner · 1975 · screenprint with collage ·  Accession ID  2008.115.145

The image displays bold, sweeping shapes and lines in vivid colors. Shades of green and pink are intertwined with white and black markings, resembling large petals or leaves. The central forms are pointed and rounded, suggesting plant life or folded fabric.
Lee Krasner, Free Space (Deluxe), pink, 1975, screenprint with collage, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Florian Carr Fund and Gift of the Print Research Foundation, 2008.115.141

Free Space (Deluxe), pink

Lee Krasner · 1975 · screenprint with collage ·  Accession ID  2008.115.141

This print depicts sharp, angular shapes and bold geometric forms. Large, green, arrow-like shapes intersect with a fractured dark-blue circular form and elongated white shards against a light gray background. Many of the shapes are oriented diagonally across the paper, from the top left to the bottom right. The shapes overlap with each other. The colors in the print are flat, without any shading or depth.
Lee Krasner, Embrace, 1974, color screenprint on wove paper, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Florian Carr Fund and Gift of the Print Research Foundation, 2008.115.138

Embrace

Lee Krasner · 1974 · color screenprint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2008.115.138

The image shows an array of fluid, dynamic shapes and lines across the canvas. It's an abstract composition with deep red hues bleeding into lighter areas. The chaotic patterns resemble familiar objects such as flower petals or ink blots, dotted with circular forms. The overall effect is a tapestry of abstract elements suggesting movement and fluidity.
Lee Krasner, Mourlot Graphics, Ltd., Special Rose or Pink C, 1970, color lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Florian Carr Fund and Gift of the Print Research Foundation, 2008.115.152.6

Special Rose or Pink C

Lee Krasner, Mourlot Graphics, Ltd. · 1970 · color lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.152.6

A series of swirling, jagged lines crisscross the canvas in this abstract composition dominated by hues of orange and white. The sinuous shapes create elongated forms that twist and splash across the surface, reminiscent of tangled tendrils or splatters of liquid. The abstract nature of the painting invites the viewer to imagine familiar objects, such as sprawling rivers or flowing pathways, as these forms playfully interweave and overlap, filling the space with energy and movement.
Lee Krasner, Mourlot Graphics, Ltd., Special Gold C, 1970, color lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Florian Carr Fund and Gift of the Print Research Foundation, 2008.115.152.3

Special Gold C

Lee Krasner, Mourlot Graphics, Ltd. · 1970 · color lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.152.3

The image features dark, meandering lines and splatters set against a purple background, forming an abstract composition. The jagged and serpentine forms resemble twisted branches or tendrils, while blobs and splotches could evoke ink blots or shadows. The overall effect is suggestive of a thicket or tangled undergrowth, prompting viewers to trace paths through the structured pattern.
Lee Krasner, Mourlot Graphics, Ltd., Special Blue C, 1970, color lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Florian Carr Fund and Gift of the Print Research Foundation, 2008.115.152.9

Special Blue C

Lee Krasner, Mourlot Graphics, Ltd. · 1970 · color lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.152.9

The image displays a series of wavy and curved lines along with blotchy and splattered shapes, arranged in an abstract manner. The forms may remind one of twisted vines or contorted limbs, with some lines resembling drips or streams of liquid. The overlapping and intermingling of the shapes create an intricate network. The warm orange-brown color palette adds a unifying effect to the abstract composition, reminiscent of earthy hues found in nature.
Lee Krasner, Mourlot Graphics, Ltd., Special Gold A, 1970, color lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Florian Carr Fund and Gift of the Print Research Foundation, 2008.115.152.1

Special Gold A

Lee Krasner, Mourlot Graphics, Ltd. · 1970 · color lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.152.1