Clifford Smith

American, born 1936

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The image displays an arrangement of geometric shapes and lines. Large arch-like curves dominate the top half against a black background. Below, a metallic silver rectangle intersects with smaller rectangles and lines, suggesting a modern architectural design or futuristic cityscape.
Clifford Smith, Tamarind Institute, Habitable Sculpture, Series #1: Branch Bank, 1968, lithograph (stone) in gold-black on Fasson Foil oncream Copperplate Deluxe paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.820

Habitable Sculpture, Series #1: Branch Bank

Clifford Smith, Tamarind Institute · 1968 · lithograph (stone) in gold-black on Fasson Foil oncream Copperplate Deluxe paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.820

The image displays bold black shapes and flowing lines. A large, roughly circular form is positioned at the top, with elongated drips and splatters below. Smaller, splotchy round shapes are interspersed throughout. The overall composition could be interpreted as a dynamic arrangement of abstract elements.
Clifford Smith, Tamarind Institute, Black Spider Man, 1968, lithograph (zinc) in three blacks on Copperplate Deluxe paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.819

Black Spider Man

Clifford Smith, Tamarind Institute · 1968 · lithograph (zinc) in three blacks on Copperplate Deluxe paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.819

The image shows bold, swirling red and black forms with a large circular shape near the center. White dots and splashes are scattered throughout, adding movement and depth. The composition suggests organic elements like petals or waves.
Clifford Smith, Tamarind Institute, Budapest '56, 1965, lithograph (zinc) in dark blue and dark red on white Arches paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.815

Budapest '56

Clifford Smith, Tamarind Institute · 1965 · lithograph (zinc) in dark blue and dark red on white Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.815

The image displays a composition of diagonal lines and splatters, creating an abstract arrangement. A blue streak crosses the canvas diagonally, intersected by a yellow circle with spiky lines. Next to these elements is a splash of red, merging with the blue to form a deep purple hue.
Clifford Smith, Tamarind Institute, Watt's Summer, 1965, lithograph (zinc) in yellow, red and blue on whiteArches paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.817

Watt's Summer

Clifford Smith, Tamarind Institute · 1965 · lithograph (zinc) in yellow, red and blue on whiteArches paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.817

The image depicts a swirl of flowing lines and shapes in shades of red and orange. An abstract composition features a dark red shape resembling a question mark, interwoven with a textured background resembling fiery landscapes or a sunset. The vibrant color palette and dynamic shapes suggest swirling flames or burning embers, reminiscent of a campfire or sunset.
Clifford Smith, Tamarind Institute, Operation Redwing, 1965, lithograph (stone) in yellow, red-orange, two violets and red on white Arches paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.812

Operation Redwing

Clifford Smith, Tamarind Institute · 1965 · lithograph (stone) in yellow, red-orange, two violets and red on white Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.812

The image displays a series of textured circles and irregular shapes surrounded by linear patterns and dots.
Clifford Smith, Tamarind Institute, Orbit, 1965, lithograph (zinc) in transparent orange-beige and dark blue on white Arches paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.814

Orbit

Clifford Smith, Tamarind Institute · 1965 · lithograph (zinc) in transparent orange-beige and dark blue on white Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.814

The image features two circular shapes on the left and right against a background divided into two vertical halves of contrasting black and white.
Clifford Smith, Tamarind Institute, Unanimous Decision, 1965, lithograph (zinc) in black on white Arches paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.818

Unanimous Decision

Clifford Smith, Tamarind Institute · 1965 · lithograph (zinc) in black on white Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.818

The image shows swirling shapes and bold lines forming an abstract composition resembling a chaotic storm. Dark, inky smudges mix with textured circular forms, bringing to mind tangled vines or twisting roots. The dense overlay of brushstrokes creates a whirlwind effect, suggesting dynamic motion like turbulent waves against a rocky shore.
Clifford Smith, Tamarind Institute, United Nations, 1965, lithograph (stone) in black on buff Arches paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.811

United Nations

Clifford Smith, Tamarind Institute · 1965 · lithograph (stone) in black on buff Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.811

The image features a large central circular shape surrounded by splatters and lines in various directions. The circular form is painted in deep purple with complex textures and patterns, while the background includes vibrant yellow splatters. The composition could evoke a celestial body with dark markings. The yellow lines and splashes suggest movement and expansion in the artwork.
Clifford Smith, Tamarind Institute, Tonkin Gulf, 1965, lithograph (zinc and stone) in yellow-ochre and violet on white Arches paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.813

Tonkin Gulf

Clifford Smith, Tamarind Institute · 1965 · lithograph (zinc and stone) in yellow-ochre and violet on white Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.813

The image features an array of concentric circles with a bold, thick outline. It contains a burst of red and green colors within the circles. The central circle stands out, resembling either an eye or a fruit slice. The outer layer has a texture suggesting pulpy fruit flesh. Green and red speckles and splashes surround the central element, resembling seeds or droplets. A small red dot at the top of the composition adds balance to the circular structure.
Clifford Smith, Tamarind Institute, Discotheque, 1965, lithograph (zinc) in red, transparent light green,pink and blue-violet on white Arches paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.816

Discotheque

Clifford Smith, Tamarind Institute · 1965 · lithograph (zinc) in red, transparent light green,pink and blue-violet on white Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.816