The Negative Way

1964

Paul Henry Brach

Associated Names
Paul Henry Brach

Artist, American, 1924 - 2007

Tamarind Institute

Publisher

The image displays a large, subtle embossed half-circle partially divided by a vertical line, resulting in two mirrored semi-circles. The abstract composition alludes to a sliced fruit or a cut-open dome, with the canvas texture enhancing the minimalist shapes. The delicate geometrical outline stands out against a blank surface, resembling a gently traced silhouette, simple and somewhat elusive.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    portfolio w/ 10 lithographs (zinc and stone) in blue-green and gray plus title page and colophon on white Arches paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith

  • Dimensions

    Overall: 38.1 x 38.1 cm (15 x 15 in.)
    accessory size: 41.6 x 40.6 cm (16 3/8 x 16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1983.18.342.1-10

Associated Artworks

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The image shows a large, dark, circular shape centered within a square frame. The composition has a deep, monochromatic color palette. The smooth edges of the circle contrast with the dark background.

The Negative Way 1

Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute

1964

The image depicts a series of concentric circles of varying sizes. The circles are arranged in a pattern that creates a sense of depth and rhythm. The circles feature a texture and gradients of blue color, giving the illusion of movement and depth.

The Negative Way 2

Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute

1964

The image shows a large circular shape in the center and a smaller shaded circle on the left, creating a sense of depth. The composition features overlapping circular shapes with varying shades and soft crosshatch lines adding texture.

The Negative Way 3

Paul Henry Brach, Tamarind Institute

1964

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

all signed and dated

Markings

BS: Tamarind(T.1),O'Connor(T.35),Smith(T.41),Ruocco(T.39)

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