Paul Henry Brach

American, 1924 - 2007

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The image shows nine circles in a 3x3 grid pattern on a textured background. The circles vary in shades of grey, giving the image an abstract quality.
Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute, Silver Series, 1965, lithograph (stone) in three grays on Rives BFK paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1983.18.354

Silver Series

Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute · 1965 · lithograph (stone) in three grays on Rives BFK paper ·  Accession ID  1983.18.354

The image displays a large, dark circle on a nearly black background. The circle is round and unobstructed, with subtle variations in darkness enhancing the contrast.
Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute, Dark Vessel, 1965, lithograph (stone) in two grays on Rives BFK paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1983.18.355

Dark Vessel

Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute · 1965 · lithograph (stone) in two grays on Rives BFK paper ·  Accession ID  1983.18.355

The image displays a large, dark circular shape in the center against a dark blue background, with a textured pattern forming a square around it. The circle is surrounded by a border that resembles a misty halo. The surrounding area has intricate detailing resembling brushstrokes or soft fur, adding depth to the image.
Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute, Vessel, 1965, lithograph (stone) in dark gray and white on RivesBFK paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1983.18.353

Vessel

Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute · 1965 · lithograph (stone) in dark gray and white on RivesBFK paper ·  Accession ID  1983.18.353

The image shows a large, dark, circular shape centered within a square frame. The composition has a deep, monochromatic color palette. The smooth edges of the circle contrast with the dark background.
Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute, The Negative Way 1, 1964, lithograph (zinc and stone) in dark blue-green and gray on white Arches paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1983.18.342.1.a-b

The Negative Way 1

Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute · 1964 · lithograph (zinc and stone) in dark blue-green and gray on white Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1983.18.342.1.a-b

The image features curved lines intersecting to form a central, symmetrical diamond-like shape on a monochromatic teal background.
Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute, The Negative Way 7, 1964, lithograph (zinc and stone) in dark blue-green and dark gray on white Arches paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1983.18.342.7.a-b

The Negative Way 7

Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute · 1964 · lithograph (zinc and stone) in dark blue-green and dark gray on white Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1983.18.342.7.a-b

The image depicts a large circle bisected by a vertical line slightly off-center, creating an abstract design.
Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute, The Negative Way 10, 1964, lithograph (zinc and stone) in dark blue-green and silver on white Arches paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1983.18.342.10.a-b

The Negative Way 10

Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute · 1964 · lithograph (zinc and stone) in dark blue-green and silver on white Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1983.18.342.10.a-b

The image features a series of concentric circular shapes, with the inner circle being more prominent. The abstract design consists of intricate lines and textures that radiate outwards from the center, creating a sense of depth. The composition resembles a target or the pupil of an eye.
Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute, The Negative Way 4, 1964, lithograph (zinc and stone) in dark blue-green, black and gray on white Arches paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1983.18.342.4.a-b

The Negative Way 4

Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute · 1964 · lithograph (zinc and stone) in dark blue-green, black and gray on white Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1983.18.342.4.a-b

The image displays a large, subtle embossed half-circle partially divided by a vertical line, resulting in two mirrored semi-circles. The abstract composition alludes to a sliced fruit or a cut-open dome, with the canvas texture enhancing the minimalist shapes. The delicate geometrical outline stands out against a blank surface, resembling a gently traced silhouette, simple and somewhat elusive.
Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute, The Negative Way, 1964, portfolio w/ 10 lithographs (zinc and stone) in blue-green and gray plus title page and colophon on white Arches paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1983.18.342.1-10

The Negative Way

Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute · 1964 · portfolio w/ 10 lithographs (zinc and stone) in blue-green and gray plus title page and colophon on white Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1983.18.342.1-10

The image displays geometric shapes including two large rectangles with two circular forms within each. The design has interplay of dark and light hues creating a visual effect against the overall composition.
Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute, The Negative Way 9, 1964, lithograph (zinc and stone) in two blue-greens and two grays on white Arches paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1983.18.342.9.a-b

The Negative Way 9

Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute · 1964 · lithograph (zinc and stone) in two blue-greens and two grays on white Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1983.18.342.9.a-b

The image features a large rectangular shape in a deep teal color. There are vertical rectangular lines within the main shape in slightly varying hues. The artwork has a minimalist style and creates a sense of depth, resembling a dimly lit room. The shading variations give a layered dimension to the image.
Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute, The Negative Way 8, 1964, lithograph (zinc and stone) in dark blue-green andtwo grays on white Arches paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1983.18.342.8.a-b

The Negative Way 8

Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute · 1964 · lithograph (zinc and stone) in dark blue-green andtwo grays on white Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1983.18.342.8.a-b