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Mr. and Mrs. Roger Sonnabend

Sonnabend, Roger and Joan

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The image consists of rectangles and horizontal lines creating a geometric abstract composition. Textured lines and shapes in the top section resemble clouds, while a flat horizon indicates a calm sea. Embossed text reads "THE SKY IS THIN AS PAPER HERE" over a simplified urban scene. Small printed silhouettes suggest palm trees. Below, draped cloth-like forms and furniture hint at an outdoor market or patio setting. This artwork blends realistic imagery with geometric abstraction, inviting individual interpretations.
Robert Rauschenberg, Chris Sukimoto, Richard Garst, Krystine Graziano, Alan Holoubek, James Reid, Gemini G.E.L., American Pewter with Burroughs I, 1981, color lithograph with embossing on J. Barcham Green Crisbrook wove paper, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Roger P. Sonnabend, 1986.90.26

American Pewter with Burroughs I

Robert Rauschenberg, Chris Sukimoto, Richard Garst, Krystine Graziano, Alan Holoubek, James Reid, Gemini G.E.L. · 1981 · color lithograph with embossing on J. Barcham Green Crisbrook wove paper ·  Accession ID  1986.90.26

The image shows abstract white lines and shapes on a deep blue background. Some shapes are arranged in the outline of a room with stick figures throughout. Additional abstract lines at the top resemble waves. The image suggests movement and an imaginative space with figures in various poses.
Jonathan Borofsky, Ron McPherson, Gemini G.E.L., I dreamed I was having my photograph taken with a group of people. Suddenly, I began to rise up and fly around the room. Half way around, I tried to get out the door. When I couldn't get out, I continued to fly around the room until I landed and sat down next to my mother who said I had done a good job!, 1983, color screenprint over open-screen painting on black Exeter wove paper, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Roger P. Sonnabend, 1986.90.1

I dreamed I was having my photograph taken with a group of people. Suddenly, I began to rise up and fly around the room. Half way around, I tried to get out the door. When I couldn't get out, I continued to fly around the room until I landed and sat down next to my mother who said I had done a good job!

Jonathan Borofsky, Ron McPherson, Gemini G.E.L. · 1983 · color screenprint over open-screen painting on black Exeter wove paper ·  Accession ID  1986.90.1

The sculpture displays multiple flat, curved forms resembling cut-out sheets of metal. These forms overlap and intersect at various angles. There are three vertical sections that overlap and descend in height, and they appear to be connected by one horizontal section that intersects with them perpendicularly. The sculpture is primarily gray with a textured, speckled surface containing some areas that appear pale blue and dark green.
Isamu Noguchi, Peter Carlson, Gemini G.E.L., Cloud Mountain, 1982, published 1983, galvanized steel, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Roger P. Sonnabend, 1986.90.23

Cloud Mountain

Isamu Noguchi, Peter Carlson, Gemini G.E.L. · 1982, published 1983 · galvanized steel ·  Accession ID  1986.90.23

The image shows evenly spaced grid lines forming squares, within which small white dots are scattered across a black background.
Vija Celmins, Doris Simmelink, Gemini G.E.L., Strata, 1983, mezzotint on Arches Cover wove paper, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Roger P. Sonnabend, 1986.90.3

Strata

Vija Celmins, Doris Simmelink, Gemini G.E.L. · 1983 · mezzotint on Arches Cover wove paper ·  Accession ID  1986.90.3

The image shows vibrant colors with shapes and lines scattered throughout, creating an abstract composition. Red, orange, pink, and yellow splashes mix with green and teal tones, resembling confetti or paint splattered on a canvas. The arrangement of colors could suggest blooming flowers or a vibrant festival scene.
Sam Francis, Stuart Henderson, Ron Adams, Ron McPherson, Gemini G.E.L., Yunan, 1971, color lithograph on Arjomari wove paper, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Roger P. Sonnabend, 1986.90.8

Yunan

Sam Francis, Stuart Henderson, Ron Adams, Ron McPherson, Gemini G.E.L. · 1971 · color lithograph on Arjomari wove paper ·  Accession ID  1986.90.8

This abstract artwork features a large red circle against a neutral background. Inside the circle, there are bold black lines and shapes arranged in a structured manner. In the center, there are vertical Roman numerals, "MCMLXXVI." To the left, there's an arrow-like shape pointing towards a "-I" symbol. Below this, two bold rectangles sit within the circle. On the right, a combination of lines forms an abstract shape. The elements create an organized chaos within the circle.
Keith Sonnier, Ron McPherson, Robert Knisel, Anthony Zepeda, Victor Schiro, Gemini G.E.L., Abaca Code—Circles, 1976, stamping in black on red and black hand-cast paper, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Roger P. Sonnabend, 1986.90.34

Abaca Code—Circles

Keith Sonnier, Ron McPherson, Robert Knisel, Anthony Zepeda, Victor Schiro, Gemini G.E.L. · 1976 · stamping in black on red and black hand-cast paper ·  Accession ID  1986.90.34

The image features geometric shapes and lines creating an abstract form. Trapezoids and irregular polygons filled with red stripes and colors are at the top. A face with a triangular nose and almond-shaped eyes is in the lower section. Surrounding elements include a hat with a grid pattern, swirling lines, and star-like shapes. The composition is bordered by white curvy lines.
Roy Lichtenstein, Anthony Zepeda, James Reid, Kevin Kennedy, Krystine Graziano, Richard Hammond, Ron McPherson, Gemini G.E.L., Two Paintings, 1983 - 1984, color woodcut, lithograph, and screenprint with die-cut foil on Arches 88 wove paper, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Roger P. Sonnabend, 1986.90.21

Two Paintings

Roy Lichtenstein, Anthony Zepeda, James Reid, Kevin Kennedy, Krystine Graziano, Richard Hammond, Ron McPherson, Gemini G.E.L. · 1983 - 1984 · color woodcut, lithograph, and screenprint with die-cut foil on Arches 88 wove paper ·  Accession ID  1986.90.21

The image features a large black rectangle at the center, bordered by a thin white frame with irregular black spots and splatters.
Richard Serra, James Reid, Alan Holoubek, Gemini G.E.L., To Bobby Sands, 1981, lithograph on Arches Cover wove paper, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Roger P. Sonnabend, 1986.90.32

To Bobby Sands

Richard Serra, James Reid, Alan Holoubek, Gemini G.E.L. · 1981 · lithograph on Arches Cover wove paper ·  Accession ID  1986.90.32

The sculpture is composed of abstract interconnected forms. It has a smooth, rust-colored finish, possibly made of metal. The forms loop and intertwine with each other, creating a dynamic composition. The sculpture is resting at an angle. The abstract shapes and curves convey movement and flow, forming an intricate visual pattern in space. The sculpture appears to be on a flat surface, with its design easily visible for closer inspection.
Mark di Suvero, Nancy Jones, John Diniakos, John Carlson, Gemini G.E.L., Rising (for Walt Whitman), 1981, five-part multiple of copper-plated aluminum, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Roger P. Sonnabend, 1986.90.7.1-5

Rising (for Walt Whitman)

Mark di Suvero, Nancy Jones, John Diniakos, John Carlson, Gemini G.E.L. · 1981 · five-part multiple of copper-plated aluminum ·  Accession ID  1986.90.7.1-5

The image contains a three-dimensional rectangular prism surrounded by multicolored splatters and specks, creating an abstract composition. Thin black lines outline the prism, contrasting with the colorful dots surrounding it. The vibrant dots appear scattered like spilled paint on a canvas.
Ronald Davis, Anthony Zepeda, Alan Holoubek, Gemini G.E.L., Brick, 1983, color lithograph on Arches Cover wove paper, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Roger P. Sonnabend, 1986.90.4

Brick

Ronald Davis, Anthony Zepeda, Alan Holoubek, Gemini G.E.L. · 1983 · color lithograph on Arches Cover wove paper ·  Accession ID  1986.90.4