Martin Puryear

American, born 1941

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  • A long, thin arm ending in a round loop curves up and away from a snail shell-shaped panel in this freestanding, abstract sculpture. The arm is about twice as long as the panel, and it reaches to our left in this view. The sculpture is photographed in a room with a wood floor and a pale beige wall with molding.

    Lever No. 3

    Martin Puryear

    1989

    Carved and painted wood  Accession ID  1989.71.1

    Not on view
  • The sculpture is a large, circular loop made from a single solid piece. It has a dark brown patina covering most of its surface with a reddish hue at the top creating a subtle contrast. The loop is set against a plain white background and appears to be mounted on a wall at eye level in a vertical orientation.

    Minion

    Martin Puryear

    1981

    Painted ponderosa pine  Accession ID  2020.114.1

    Not on view
  • The sculpture is a circular form made of thin metallic material with a rusty brown finish. It has a minimalist design with a smooth surface and no additional embellishments. It is showcased against a white background.

    Noatak

    Martin Puryear

    1979

    Painted and stained wood  Accession ID  1991.220.1

    Not on view
  • A dark-colored hoop, perhaps black, is shown against a white background. A sliver of lemon yellow is painted across the top edge of the hoop. The nearly perfect symmetry of the circle is broken only by a slight bend on the upper right.

    Blue Blood

    Martin Puryear

    1979

    Polychromed pine and red cedar  Accession ID  2014.136.288

    Not on view
  • The image features an abstract composition with a large, dark, rounded mass dominating the center. This shape is executed with smudged charcoal or dark pigment that creates a textured and shadowy effect. Surrounding this central form is a softer gradient that dissipates into lighter shades. The overall image maintains an abstract quality against a muted background.

    Untitled

    Martin Puryear

    1977

    Black chalk on wove paper  Accession ID  1997.76.1

    Not on view
  • The image shows a silhouette of a person depicted in a side profile from the torso up. The person is standing and reaching upwards with one arm holding an object resembling a piece of wood or plank above their head. The facial features are not detailed, with only the outline of the head, nose, lips, and chin visible. The individual's hair, if present, is not visibly detailed. The silhouette is in black against a light background. The person is not wearing any recognizable clothing as their body is depicted as a black silhouette. The background features abstract patterns with bold and rough textures. The scene has a minimalistic style with limited colors and textures.

    Untitled

    Martin Puryear

    1966

    Woodcut in black on wove paper  Accession ID  1999.74.2

    Not on view
  • The image depicts a silhouette-style person's profile in a left-facing position. It shows the head and upper torso of the person, with no facial features but a clear head outline against a contrasting background. The hair appears as a solid shape, suggesting a voluminous style that follows the contour of the head. No details of clothing or accessories are visible. The surrounding area has a textured background to contrast with the figure's outline. The composition emphasizes the profile silhouette against a plain, textured background.

    African Boy

    Martin Puryear

    1965

    Woodcut on wove paper  Accession ID  1999.74.1

    Not on view
  • The image shows an irregular oval shape with earthy tones, textured lines and patches. Within the shape, there is a circular cutout in the top half. Dark, textured patches near the bottom resemble stone-like formations. The composition evokes ancient landscapes in an abstract way.

    Stonehenge III

    Martin Puryear

    c. 1966-1968

    Color etching on wove paper  Accession ID  2009.9.1

    Not on view