Ed Moses

American, 1926 - 2018

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The image shows intersecting diagonal lines in various thicknesses and colors such as pink, gray, and beige, resembling threads or a woven fabric pattern. The lines create a crisscross design on the canvas, suggesting a woven textile structure.
Ed Moses, Ed Hamilton, Cirrus Editions, Wedge 7, 1973, 4-color lithograph on two sheets of tissue paper and one sheet of heavy wove paper superimposed, Joshua P. Smith Collection, 1986.84.4

Wedge 7

Ed Moses, Ed Hamilton, Cirrus Editions · 1973 · 4-color lithograph on two sheets of tissue paper and one sheet of heavy wove paper superimposed ·  Accession ID  1986.84.4
The image shows a composition of overlapping diagonal lines creating a crisscross pattern on a flat surface. The artwork features softly colored lines in pastel pink, yellow, blue, and grey. Faint smudges and streaks of color fill the spaces between the lines. The overall effect is a delicate lattice pattern.
Ed Moses, Ed Hamilton, Cirrus Editions, Wedge 5, 1973, 5-color lithograph on three sheets of tissue paper superimposed, Joshua P. Smith Collection, 1986.84.3

Wedge 5

Ed Moses, Ed Hamilton, Cirrus Editions · 1973 · 5-color lithograph on three sheets of tissue paper superimposed ·  Accession ID  1986.84.3
There is a subtle, raised geometric shape composed of straight lines and right angles in the center of the image. The shape resembles a fragmented outline. The monochrome color palette and minimalistic approach emphasize the abstract nature of the image.
Ed Moses, Tamarind Institute, Untitled, 1968, lithograph (zinc and stone) in gray and pink on Copperplate Deluxepaper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.357

Untitled

Ed Moses, Tamarind Institute · 1968 · lithograph (zinc and stone) in gray and pink on Copperplate Deluxepaper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.357
The image shows abstract shapes in green and yellow tones arranged against a plain background. The composition includes a large curved form on the left, fragmented irregular shapes in the center, and vertical lines on the right.
Ed Moses, Tamarind Institute, Untitled (Suite Number 2), 1968, lithograph (stone) in two yellows and blue on Copperplate Deluxe paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.361

Untitled (Suite Number 2)

Ed Moses, Tamarind Institute · 1968 · lithograph (stone) in two yellows and blue on Copperplate Deluxe paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.361
The image shows irregular and angular shapes against a black rectangle with vertical lines. The piece has an abstract quality. The shapes resemble a map or torn fabric, with a grid-like pattern and a rectangle with an 'X' inside.
Ed Moses, Tamarind Institute, Untitled, 1968, lithograph (stone) in black and yellow on Copperplate Deluxe paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.367

Untitled

Ed Moses, Tamarind Institute · 1968 · lithograph (stone) in black and yellow on Copperplate Deluxe paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.367
The image displays red abstract shapes and lines on a white background. Irregular forms resembling continents and rectangular vertical lines resembling flags or barcodes are featured. The composition uses geometric and organic shapes, suggesting puzzle pieces or a distorted map layout, creating a sense of exploration and mystery.
Ed Moses, Tamarind Institute, Untitled, 1968, lithograph (stone) in yellow and red on Magnani Italia paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.366

Untitled

Ed Moses, Tamarind Institute · 1968 · lithograph (stone) in yellow and red on Magnani Italia paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.366
The image depicts geometric shapes and irregular lines in delicate off-white hues contrasted with muted pinks and browns. The composition evokes architectural fragments or puzzle pieces strewn together, with vertical and horizontal lines resembling a striped curtain or fence on the right. The mix of angled and curved forms creates a balance between the recognizable and unrecognizable, giving the impression of viewing a landscape from above or a map with undefined borders.
Ed Moses, Tamarind Institute, Untitled (Suite Number 2), 1968, lithograph (stone) in white and blended yellow-gray, pink and light orange on Copperplate Deluxe paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.365

Untitled (Suite Number 2)

Ed Moses, Tamarind Institute · 1968 · lithograph (stone) in white and blended yellow-gray, pink and light orange on Copperplate Deluxe paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.365
The image shows a series of parallel, horizontal lines of varying lengths across a rectangular layout on a pale pink background. In the center, the lines create a stylized architectural plan or diagram resembling a blueprint or abstract representation of a house. The composition includes intersecting lines at right angles and varying densities, suggesting structures like walls or floors in a minimalistic form.
Ed Moses, Tamarind Institute, Untitled, 1968, lithograph (aluminum and stone) in pink and green on Copperplate Deluxe paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.354

Untitled

Ed Moses, Tamarind Institute · 1968 · lithograph (aluminum and stone) in pink and green on Copperplate Deluxe paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.354
The image consists of various geometric shapes and lines creating an abstract composition. A green and pink gradient shape with irregular edges is featured alongside vertical yellow lines and a blue rectangle. The colors and shapes interact to form an abstract representation reminiscent of familiar structures and environments.
Ed Moses, Tamarind Institute, Untitled, 1968, lithograph (stone) in yellow and blended blue and pink on Copperplate Deluxe paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.362

Untitled

Ed Moses, Tamarind Institute · 1968 · lithograph (stone) in yellow and blended blue and pink on Copperplate Deluxe paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.362
The image displays a series of repeated leaf-like shapes with jagged edges and irregular contours, arranged in horizontal rows. The composition uses variations of a beige hue to create a pattern covering the canvas in a uniform and aligned manner.
Ed Moses, Tamarind Institute, Untitled, 1968, lithograph (aluminum) in light yellow, light orange and light yellow-green on Copperplate Deluxe paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.369

Untitled

Ed Moses, Tamarind Institute · 1968 · lithograph (aluminum) in light yellow, light orange and light yellow-green on Copperplate Deluxe paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.369