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Calla Lily

c. 1935-1943

Kálmán Kubinyi

Associated Names

Kálmán Kubinyi

Artist, American, 1906 - 1973

A large potted calla lily is in the foreground, with urban architecture in the background. The image features shades of black, white, and grey. The lily stands centrally with its bloom and leaves reaching upwards, with an open newspaper in front of it. In the middle ground, a man and child walk near industrial buildings and a vehicle. The background shows structural lines and shadows suggesting a busy cityscape.

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Artwork overview

Medium

stylotint
Credit Line

Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams
Dimensions

image: 247 x 188 mm
sheet: 306 x 255 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.687.11

This is an image of graphic design tools and processes. The image shows various graphic design tools against a red and beige geometric background. The central focus is a rolling pin-like tool crossed by a pencil and a stylus. The words "GRAPHIC PROCESSES" are displayed above them. Below, the words "PLANOGRAPHIC," "INTAGLIO," and "RELIEF" are written. The text credits the production to the Ohio Art Project W.P.A., compiled by Kalman Kubinyi in Cleveland, Ohio. — Title Page for Graphic Processes

American 20th Century

1937

This image shows a closed folder or portfolio. It is rectangular and light gray or beige with a black spine on the left side, featuring a thin orange or rust-colored strip. Three black cords with tassels are attached to the right edge for closure. The folder has small brownish spots throughout, giving it a vintage look. — Graphic Processes

Various Artists, Federal Art Project (Ohio)

1937

The image is a black and white illustration of a house and its yard viewed from above. The house has windows, a chimney, and a balcony. The roof lines guide the eye across the top. The drawing has smooth shading and brushstrokes with hatch lines for shadows and details. The color scheme is grayscale. Trees, pathways, and outdoor lamps are near the house. In the distance, back-lit windows are visible. — The Yard

Jolán Gross-Bettelheim, Federal Art Project (Ohio)

1937

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: "Calla Lily" in pencil, lower left.
Signed: "Kalmán Kubinyi" in pencil, lower right

Wikidata ID

Q76442153

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