Lynda Benglis

American, born 1941

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  • The sculpture depicts a form resembling a tightly tied and twisted piece of fabric. It shows folds and creases with a knot at the center. The colors are metallic silver and muted bronze. The material appears smooth, polished, and suggests metal composition. The sculpture stands upright, showcasing intricate folds capturing dynamic movement similar to fabric. It is mounted against a blank wall, emphasizing its texture and reflective metallic surface.

    Crux

    Lynda Benglis

    1983

    Bronze wire mesh with sprayed zinc, copper, and nickel  Accession ID  2007.6.352

    Not on view
  • The sculpture is a folded and twisted abstract form. It resembles a crumpled or scrunched fabric gathering. It has a shiny metallic copper central section and a muted golden-brown hue for the outspread parts. The sculpture is crafted from a material with a metallic luster, suggesting metal or a metallic finish. It has a dynamic and fluid design with ridged textures, playing with light and shadow. The artwork is mounted against a white background. The warm metallic colors stand out vividly. The sculpture is seen at eye level, providing an intimate and detailed appreciation of its form and color variation.

    Comet

    Lynda Benglis

    1982

    Bronze wire mesh with sprayed zinc, aluminum, and copper  Accession ID  2019.154.2

    Not on view
  • The image consists of geometric shapes, lines, grid-like patterns, and diagonal stripes in various colors on a background of green, blue, pink, and purple splotches.

    Pani Rang

    Lynda Benglis

    1981

    Watercolor and ink with block printing on handmade gandhi ashram paper  Accession ID  1991.241.38

    Not on view
  • The image contains colorful shapes and lines on a bright yellow background in an abstract composition. Checkerboard patterns in different colors such as blue, black, red, and orange are scattered around the canvas. Curved lines interweave with these patterns. Soft cloud-like formations in pink and green tones are also present. Dotted and scalloped patterns line the edges.

    Pani Rang #17

    Lynda Benglis

    1981

    Watercolor and ink with block printing on handmade gandhi ashram paper  Accession ID  1991.241.37

    Not on view
  • The image consists of shapes and lines including undulating wavy lines, dots, circular forms, small blue dots forming diamond shapes, solid circles in red and blue, swirls of pink and orange, and a grid of black and pink squares. The composition incorporates geometric and organic patterns, resembling a patchwork quilt or mosaic. The elements overlap to create a dynamic and intricate pattern resembling confetti or an array of tiles.

    Pani Rang #21

    Lynda Benglis

    1980

    Watercolor and ink with block printing on handmade gandhi ashram paper  Accession ID  1991.241.36

    Not on view
  • The sculpture is in the form of an abstracted fan or shell-like structure. It is crafted from a material with a golden finish. The surface is textured and layered, with prominent ridges on the upper sections. The sculpture is mounted on a white wall, standing out due to its bright gold color against the background.

    Phool

    Lynda Benglis

    1980

    Plaster over bronze wire mesh with gold leaf  Accession ID  1991.241.35

    Not on view
  • The sculpture depicts an abstracted hourglass or vessel shape with a metallic gold finish. It has a textured surface with irregular patterns and reddish-orange patches scattered across. It is set against a white background, appearing dynamic in a vertical orientation.

    Pour Daum #2

    Lynda Benglis

    1979

    Plaster over wire mesh and cotton with gold leaf and paint  Accession ID  1991.241.33

    Not on view
  • The image displays an array of geometric shapes and lines, including circles, rectangles, and hexagons, intersecting and overlapping. The abstract elements are enhanced by curving lines and vibrant colors, such as reds, blues, and greens. In the bottom left, two fish-like shapes swim amidst tangled thread-like lines resembling seaweed. The combination of elements suggests an underwater seascape filled with abstract forms.

    Drawing #27

    Lynda Benglis

    1979

    Collage of tissue paper, fabric, string, plastic film, metallic paper, wash, crayon, and felt-tip pen, with embossing on handmade gandhi ashram paper  Accession ID  1991.241.32

    Not on view
  • The sculpture is an abstract form with a smooth and flowing surface that twists and turns as it ascends. It is covered in a gold finish, giving it a lustrous and reflective appearance. The material has a textured surface that catches the light, emphasizing the undulating shape of the artwork. Positioned against a plain white background, the sculpture stands out prominently due to its color and form.

    Vittorio

    Lynda Benglis

    1979

    Plaster over wire mesh and cotton with gold leaf  Accession ID  2007.6.260

    Not on view
  • The sculpture depicts an abstract form with an undulating surface that twists and curves in an organic manner. It is primarily colored with a gold metallic finish, highlighting the raised areas of the sculpture. Other sections feature a muted blue-green tone with occasional touches of red. The material of the sculpture appears to be a hard substance that supports its complex, textured design. Mounted against a plain white backdrop, the sculpture stands out prominently and invites viewers to observe its intricate interplay of shapes and colors from various angles, drawing attention to its dynamic and flowing appearance.

    Untitled

    Lynda Benglis

    1979

    Plaster over wire mesh with gold leaf and paint  Accession ID  1991.241.34

    Not on view
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    Collage

    Lynda Benglis

    1973

    Single-channel video with sound, color, 9:30 minutes  Accession ID  2020.5.1

    Not on view

  • Sparkle Knot XII

    Lynda Benglis

    1972

    Aluminum wire mesh, cotton bunting, plaster, paint, and glitter  Accession ID  2007.6.90

    Not on view