Beaver

1990

James Brown

Associated Names
James Brown
Artist, American, born 1951
Leslie Miller
Printer, American
Bradford Morrow
Author, American, born 1951
The image shows a rectangular shape on a mustard-yellow background with an elongated, vertical black oval shape in the center. The contrast between the yellow and black creates a bold visual impact, emphasizing the simplified contours and smooth lines within the artwork.
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The image features a silhouetted bird in the center against a textured background. The background has horizontal lines creating movement and depth. The color scheme is monochromatic with shades of black and gray. The contrast between the dark form and light background draws attention to the bird.

Whale

Vija Celmins, Leslie Miller, Bradford Morrow
1990
The image shows a rectangular canvas with a grid pattern created by vertical and horizontal lines. The composition lacks distinct shapes or colors, relying on the weave of the fabric for visual interest. The pattern resembles the texture of woven fabrics like linen or burlap, giving a sense of simplicity and raw materiality.

A Bestiary

Various Artists, Leslie Miller
1990
The image features a composition of curved and angular lines. One dominant peachy-orange curve creates an elongated shape, with darker brown shapes intersecting it. A small circle resembles an eye. In the background, there are vertical yellow and green lines. The overall scene creates an abstract interpretation of an elephant in a field, merging organic shapes with familiar objects in a stylized presentation.

Elephant

Gregory Amenoff, Leslie Miller, Bradford Morrow
1990

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Acquired by NGA in 1998; gift of Dr. and Mrs. Richard Susel.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

[signed on colophon]

Wikidata ID

Q75425603

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