M. Knoedler & Company

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1846 - 2011

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The image displays bold, sweeping black brushstrokes creating curved and angular shapes on the canvas. The lines suggest outlines of structures resembling a house with a rectangular door and windows, as well as a shape reminiscent of a chair or furniture. The elements are interconnected through repeated strokes, balancing organic forms with geometric hints.
Willem de Kooning, Hollander Graphic Workshop, M. Knoedler & Company, Table and Chair, 1971, lithograph in black on Copperplate de Luxe paper, Gift of Lee V. Eastman and John L. Eastman, 1975.104.15

Table and Chair

Willem de Kooning, Hollander Graphic Workshop, M. Knoedler & Company · 1971 · lithograph in black on Copperplate de Luxe paper ·  Accession ID  1975.104.15

The image displays fluid black shapes and lines on a light background. The lines and shapes twist and curve, evoking a sense of motion. Some of the strokes and spots resemble drifting smoke or ink blots. The composition appears spontaneous and dynamic.
Willem de Kooning, Hollander Graphic Workshop, M. Knoedler & Company, Souvenir of Montauk, 1971, lithograph in black on Akawara laid paper, Gift of Lee V. Eastman and John L. Eastman, 1975.104.13

Souvenir of Montauk

Willem de Kooning, Hollander Graphic Workshop, M. Knoedler & Company · 1971 · lithograph in black on Akawara laid paper ·  Accession ID  1975.104.13

The image contains sweeping, curving black lines and bold strokes against a plain background. The lines have varied thickness and dynamic movement, resembling natural forms such as branches or muscles.
Willem de Kooning, Hollander Graphic Workshop, M. Knoedler & Company, Mother and Child, 1970 (published 1971), lithograph in black on Italia wove paper, Gift of Lee V. Eastman and John L. Eastman, 1975.104.11

Mother and Child

Willem de Kooning, Hollander Graphic Workshop, M. Knoedler & Company · 1970 (published 1971) · lithograph in black on Italia wove paper ·  Accession ID  1975.104.11

The image displays swirling lines and broad strokes, forming an abstract composition. The shapes resemble tangled roots or flowing ribbons, with thick, dark brushstrokes reminiscent of tree branches. Splatters and smaller lines add texture and complexity to the composition, creating a dynamic landscape. The contrast between the dark ink and lighter background emphasizes movement and depth.
Willem de Kooning, Hollander Graphic Workshop, M. Knoedler & Company, High School Desk, 1970 (published 1971), lithograph in black on Italia wove paper, Gift of Lee V. Eastman and John L. Eastman, 1975.104.5

High School Desk

Willem de Kooning, Hollander Graphic Workshop, M. Knoedler & Company · 1970 (published 1971) · lithograph in black on Italia wove paper ·  Accession ID  1975.104.5

The image displays thick black lines forming bold shapes, accompanied by thinner, sketchy lines creating a complex arrangement on the canvas. The abstract composition suggests intertwining branches or roots, with forms resembling tree limbs or flowing water. The interplay of bold and delicate lines creates a dynamic quality, evoking a sense of motion and complexity reminiscent of natural forms.
Willem de Kooning, Hollander Graphic Workshop, M. Knoedler & Company, Woman at Clearwater Beach, 1970 (published 1971), lithograph in black on J. B. Green laid paper, Gift of Lee V. Eastman and John L. Eastman, 1975.104.21

Woman at Clearwater Beach

Willem de Kooning, Hollander Graphic Workshop, M. Knoedler & Company · 1970 (published 1971) · lithograph in black on J. B. Green laid paper ·  Accession ID  1975.104.21

The image shows dark, sweeping lines and splatters creating a complex assortment of shapes and strokes arranged in a seemingly chaotic yet deliberate manner. The abstract composition features blotches and spots scattered throughout, reminiscent of splattered ink on a canvas. The distribution of dark tones and thick textures resembles formations of clouds or a rugged landscape's rough surface. The design evokes movement and depth, encouraging the viewer to find familiar forms within the marks.
Willem de Kooning, Hollander Graphic Workshop, M. Knoedler & Company, Big, 1970 (published 1971), lithograph in black on Italia wove paper, Gift of Lee V. Eastman and John L. Eastman, 1975.104.2

Big

Willem de Kooning, Hollander Graphic Workshop, M. Knoedler & Company · 1970 (published 1971) · lithograph in black on Italia wove paper ·  Accession ID  1975.104.2

The image shows swirling shapes and thick, dark brushstrokes creating movement across the page. The lines loop and intersect, forming shapes resembling a heart, a meandering path, or a river. Dark spots and smudges contrast against the light background, creating a sense of shadow or depth. The abstract forms resemble inkblots or flowing liquid frozen in time.
Willem de Kooning, Hollander Graphic Workshop, M. Knoedler & Company, Valentine, 1970 (published 1971), lithograph in black on Suzuki wove paper, Gift of Lee V. Eastman and John L. Eastman, 1975.104.17

Valentine

Willem de Kooning, Hollander Graphic Workshop, M. Knoedler & Company · 1970 (published 1971) · lithograph in black on Suzuki wove paper ·  Accession ID  1975.104.17

The image displays black brushstrokes and lines on a beige background, creating an abstract composition. The shapes twist and curve fluidly. The artwork invites viewers to interpret various forms within the arrangement of dark and light contrasts.
Willem de Kooning, Hollander Graphic Workshop, M. Knoedler & Company, Figure at Gerard Beach, 1970 (published 1971), lithograph in black on Italia wove paper, Gift of Lee V. Eastman and John L. Eastman, 1975.104.4

Figure at Gerard Beach

Willem de Kooning, Hollander Graphic Workshop, M. Knoedler & Company · 1970 (published 1971) · lithograph in black on Italia wove paper ·  Accession ID  1975.104.4

The image shows swirling dark shapes and sweeping lines creating an intricate pattern. It is presented in an abstract manner. The forms resemble distorted human-like figures interacting within the space, with limbs and torsos blending into each other. These organic shapes might suggest bodies entwined in an embrace, while the flowing lines convey fluidity and movement. The composition combines dynamic strokes with areas of thickness and shadow, conveying depth and energy.
Willem de Kooning, Hollander Graphic Workshop, M. Knoedler & Company, Clam Digger, 1970 (published 1971), lithograph in black on J. B. Green laid paper, Gift of Lee V. Eastman and John L. Eastman, 1975.104.3

Clam Digger

Willem de Kooning, Hollander Graphic Workshop, M. Knoedler & Company · 1970 (published 1971) · lithograph in black on J. B. Green laid paper ·  Accession ID  1975.104.3

The image displays black strokes and splattered lines on a light background. The shapes lack a defined structure, allowing for various interpretations.
Willem de Kooning, Hollander Graphic Workshop, M. Knoedler & Company, Love to Wakoko, 1970 (published 1971), lithograph in black on Akawara laid paper, Gift of Lee V. Eastman and John L. Eastman, 1975.104.8

Love to Wakoko

Willem de Kooning, Hollander Graphic Workshop, M. Knoedler & Company · 1970 (published 1971) · lithograph in black on Akawara laid paper ·  Accession ID  1975.104.8

Bibliography

1996

  • The Rise of the Art World in America: Knoedler at 150. Exh. cat. New York, 1996.