Anthony Gorny

Gorny, Anthony Peter

American, born 1950

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This abstract artwork features sharp, angular white shapes intersecting swirling lines in a structured manner. The white shapes resemble folded paper or shards of glass against a backdrop of detailed line work and muted colors. The imagery merges architectural elements with fluid, wave-like patterns.
Anthony Gorny, A House Built on Sand: Homeless in a Land of Plenty, 1989, black and white chalk on marbleized paper, with geometric cuts, mounted to heavy laid paper painted with white gouache and drawn with graphite, Gift of Mrs. Robert A. Hauslohner, 1991.116.38

A House Built on Sand: Homeless in a Land of Plenty

Anthony Gorny · 1989 · black and white chalk on marbleized paper, with geometric cuts, mounted to heavy laid paper painted with white gouache and drawn with graphite ·  Accession ID  1991.116.38

The image shows ladders leaning against a cliffside, creating a pattern of lines. A nude figure is standing next to a ladder on the right. The scene is set against a muted green backdrop.
Anthony Gorny, If you don't...Bomb Notes, 1981, lithograph in black on tissue paper mounted to green handmade paper, Gift of Mrs. Robert A. Hauslohner, 1991.116.40

If you don't...Bomb Notes

Anthony Gorny · 1981 · lithograph in black on tissue paper mounted to green handmade paper ·  Accession ID  1991.116.40

The image features a rectangular shape with textures and lines in an abstract composition. In the center, an intricate, swirling design resembling a nautilus shell is surrounded by dynamic lines and shading. The central element is surrounded by forms resembling human or animal figures. The image is bordered by a blue, textured background, adding to the abstract nature and suggesting an oceanic or cosmic theme.
Anthony Gorny, "Empty Pockets" Means Freedom, 1981, lithograph in black on japan paper mounted to blue handmade paper, Gift of Mrs. Robert A. Hauslohner, 1991.116.37

"Empty Pockets" Means Freedom

Anthony Gorny · 1981 · lithograph in black on japan paper mounted to blue handmade paper ·  Accession ID  1991.116.37

The image contains a birdcage and a bird on a surface, a window in the upper center, and a person positioned horizontally on the left side. The color palette consists of sepia tones with shades of brown, beige, and some red lines overlaying the scene. The person appears to lean towards the scene and the hand seems to rest on the lower edge of the surface.
Anthony Gorny, Magpie Caliper, 1976/1980, lithograph in black, brown, and red on two sheets of japan paper attached with clear tape, Gift of Mrs. Robert A. Hauslohner, 1991.116.39

Magpie Caliper

Anthony Gorny · 1976/1980 · lithograph in black, brown, and red on two sheets of japan paper attached with clear tape ·  Accession ID  1991.116.39

The image shows two sections divided by a vertical line. On the left side, there is a figure in a striped top and pants leaning forward and extending their arm. On the right side, another figure, a girl in a dress, sits back with their knees bent.
Anthony Gorny, H. T. A. D., 1974, color etching and aquatint on wove paper, Gift of Bob Stana and Tom Judy, 2017.148.23

H. T. A. D.

Anthony Gorny · 1974 · color etching and aquatint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2017.148.23

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If you don't... :"Bomb Notes"!

Anthony Gorny · 1981 · lithograph in black on tissue paper ·  Accession ID  1990.106.19.q

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That Hurt My Feelings

Anthony Gorny · 1981 · lithograph in black on japan paper ·  Accession ID  1990.106.19.k

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Faiyum Portrait

Anthony Gorny · 1981 · lithograph in black on wood veneer sheet ·  Accession ID  1990.106.19.j

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Vanity Mirrors

Anthony Gorny · 1981 · lithograph in black on tissue paper ·  Accession ID  1990.106.19.m

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Doubt in Thomas

Anthony Gorny · 1981 · lithograph in black on japan paper ·  Accession ID  1990.106.19.l