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The image depicts an abstract composition of intersecting vertical and horizontal lines. Some lines are straight while others are wavy or curvilinear. The lines vary in thickness and color, including rust red, black, and white, against a beige background.
Karel Malich, Two Figures, 1962, watercolor, gouache, and pen and ink, Gift of the Anne and Jacques Baruch Collection, 2002.50.84

Two Figures

Karel Malich · 1962 · watercolor, gouache, and pen and ink ·  Accession ID  2002.50.84

The image displays various erratic lines and jagged shapes resembling scribbles with interspersed letters and symbols. Recognizable elements include the letters "M" and "F". The composition conveys a sense of rhythm and movement through its interconnected lines and dynamic arrangement.
Jirí Balcar, Message III, 1961, drypoint in black on laid paper, Gift of The Anne and Jacques Baruch Collection, 1996.89.13

Message III

Jirí Balcar · 1961 · drypoint in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1996.89.13

The image depicts a charcoal drawing of a hand. The hand is shown with the wrist and fingers clearly visible. The fingers are slightly curved, and the thumb is pointing upwards. The shading in the drawing highlights the shape of the hand, particularly the fingers and knuckles. The background is textured charcoal shading, contrasting with the lighter areas of the paper. There is a signature in the bottom right corner of the drawing.
František Drtikol, Hand, 1919, charcoal on tan paper, Gift of the Anne and Jacques Baruch Collection, 2002.50.47

Hand

František Drtikol · 1919 · charcoal on tan paper ·  Accession ID  2002.50.47

The image depicts abstract figures and shapes arranged in a composition resembling a social gathering. Three abstracted figures with softly contoured silhouettes are featured, two standing and one seated. In the lower right, a table with bottles, a jug, and a cup is visible, suggesting a domestic or social setting. The background is textured with swirling patterns and faint, abstract letters resembling text.
Jirí Balcar, Afternoon Repast, 1968, color lithograph on wove paper, Gift of The Anne and Jacques Baruch Collection, 1996.89.11

Afternoon Repast

Jirí Balcar · 1968 · color lithograph on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1996.89.11

The image consists of four rectangular sections, each containing different abstract lines and shapes drawn in ink. In the top left rectangle, two figures resembling people appear to be sitting side by side, silhouetted against a sketchy vertical backdrop. The top right rectangle shows an abstract form that could evoke the idea of a tall, elongated figure. The bottom left rectangle contains horizontal, wavy lines across three sections. The bottom right rectangle displays crosshatched lines creating a textured area, with a form at the bottom that might be reminiscent of a reclining figure.
Jirí Balcar, Study for "My Big Week" and other sketches, c. 1968, ink and wash, Gift of the Anne and Jacques Baruch Collection, 2002.50.33

Study for "My Big Week" and other sketches

Jirí Balcar · c. 1968 · ink and wash ·  Accession ID  2002.50.33

The image contains swirling lines and textured shapes forming an intricate pattern. The composition is dominated by dark, densely packed strokes creating a chaotic flurry of movement. The textures shift from finely detailed to broader, sweeping marks, resembling natural phenomena such as undersea coral formations or windswept landscapes. Shadows and light patches add complexity, evoking sensations of organic textures or geological features.
Albin Brunovsky, Adriana's Garden, 1968, lithograph, Gift of the Anne and Jacques Baruch Collection, 2004.109.6

Adriana's Garden

Albin Brunovsky · 1968 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2004.109.6

The image shows a branch with holly leaves in various colors and stages of drying. The color scheme includes shades of green, brown, red, and beige against a cream background. The branch extends diagonally from the lower left to the upper right, with red leaves prominent in the central area and green leaves at the edges.
Karel Vitezslav Masek, Study of the shrub, 1900, watercolor in red and green, Gift of the Anne and Jacques Baruch Collection, 2004.109.34

Study of the shrub

Karel Vitezslav Masek · 1900 · watercolor in red and green ·  Accession ID  2004.109.34

The image consists of thin, black lines forming geometric shapes on a plain background. At the top, a square contains parallel vertical lines intersected by two diagonal lines, creating a grid pattern. Below, slanted lines overlap and intersect at various angles, forming an abstract composition resembling a network of roads or straws. The design is abstract and open to interpretation.
Jan Kubicek, Untitled, 1985, pen and ink, Gift of the Anne and Jacques Baruch Collection, 2002.50.73

Untitled

Jan Kubicek · 1985 · pen and ink ·  Accession ID  2002.50.73

The image displays a grid of nine drawings featuring the outline of a human figure in various poses. Each panel shows either a full or three-quarter view of the body, positioned primarily in profile or back view. The sketches do not focus on facial features but some hint at short or mid-length hair. The clothing varies between outlines of dresses or is absent, relying on shadow and line to suggest form. Around the figures, there are abstract shapes, numbers, and letters. The overall background is a plain, neutral tone with the panels divided by thin black lines. The artist's signature and the date "1966" are visible at the bottom.
Jirí Balcar, My Nine Days in a Week, 1966, drypoint, Gift of the Anne and Jacques Baruch Collection, 2002.50.15

My Nine Days in a Week

Jirí Balcar · 1966 · drypoint ·  Accession ID  2002.50.15

This abstract composition features intersecting lines and shapes outlining a figure that resembles a woman in a coat. The image is surrounded by letterforms and symbols, with the letters 'K' and other alphabetic elements present throughout. The piece merges human and typographic forms, combining language and human likeness.
Jirí Balcar, Girl with Magazine, 1965, etching and softground etching, Gift of the Anne and Jacques Baruch Collection in honor of Belle and Isadore Cross, 2002.50.7

Girl with Magazine

Jirí Balcar · 1965 · etching and softground etching ·  Accession ID  2002.50.7