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Susan Lorence

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The image features a tall rectangle divided into sections with angular and curving lines, geometric shapes like triangles and circles, set against a dark backdrop. It includes shapes resembling mechanical gears, a spiked chain, and forms that suggest creature-like features like an eye or a claw, giving it an industrial or primal tone. Bold outlines and contrasting colors create intricate patterns inviting viewers to interpret familiar objects potentially found in a surreal mechanical landscape.
Jasper Johns, John Lund, Low Road Studio, Two Costumes, 2000, color aquatint, etching, and drypoint on wove paper, Gift of Dr. Cyrus and Myrtle Katzen, 2001.28.2

Two Costumes

Jasper Johns, John Lund, Low Road Studio · 2000 · color aquatint, etching, and drypoint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2001.28.2

The image shows a large rectangular plane filled with a grid of smaller rectangular and square shapes, creating intersecting lines and tonal variations. The abstract representation resembles a woven texture, similar to fabric or a knit blanket, with repetition of shapes and muted colors forming a cohesive visual experience.
Jacob El Hanani, Merhav [Open Space], 1990, pen and black ink on wove paper, Gift of Susan Lorence in memory of Annalee Newman, 2000.169.1

Merhav [Open Space]

Jacob El Hanani · 1990 · pen and black ink on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2000.169.1

The image shows a drawing of a person's upper torso, arm, and the beginning of their leg resting against a chair. The person's left arm is leaning on the chair's armrest. There are no detailed facial features or clothing shown in the drawing. A hand with relaxed fingers is visible, along with an indistinct object nearby. The chair has a woven texture pattern, possibly a caned chair. The background is plain with a simple line sketch style on blank paper. Text along the side of the image is present but does not impact the visual description of the scene.
Fernand Léger, Study for the Portrait "Maud Dale", 1935, graphite on wove paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1996.115.1

Study for the Portrait "Maud Dale"

Fernand Léger · 1935 · graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1996.115.1

The image contains red and white dotted patterns creating an abstract form. In the upper left corner, there is a small square image of a hand holding a pocket watch with the text "ain't got" beneath it. The larger red and white patterned area resembles an abstract landscape or fabric texture.
Barbara Kruger, James Miller, Maurice Sánchez, Untitled, 1988, photo-offset lithograph in red on Rives BFK wove paper, Gift of Susan Lorence, 1999.117.4.b

Untitled

Barbara Kruger, James Miller, Maurice Sánchez · 1988 · photo-offset lithograph in red on Rives BFK wove paper ·  Accession ID  1999.117.4.b

The image displays a pattern of circular shapes and dotted lines forming an abstract composition. There are dark areas that resemble a horse's head and neck. In the bottom right corner, a red square with an image of a hand holding a clock is present. These elements indicate an exploration of shapes and images that evoke known objects within an abstract context.
Barbara Kruger, James Miller, Maurice Sánchez, Untitled, 1988, photo-offset lithograph in black and red on Rives BFK paper, Gift of Susan Lorence, 1999.117.4.a

Untitled

Barbara Kruger, James Miller, Maurice Sánchez · 1988 · photo-offset lithograph in black and red on Rives BFK paper ·  Accession ID  1999.117.4.a

The image displays an abstract arrangement of overlapping shapes and lines, primarily in blue with a red accent. These shapes create a composition that includes forms resembling a human figure and another form that could be interpreted as a horse. In the lower right corner, there is an image of a hand holding an object, overlaid with the word "nothing." The background has a textured appearance.
Barbara Kruger, James Miller, Maurice Sánchez, Untitled, 1988, photo-offset lithograph in blue and red on Rives BFK wove paper, Gift of Susan Lorence, 1999.117.4.c

Untitled

Barbara Kruger, James Miller, Maurice Sánchez · 1988 · photo-offset lithograph in blue and red on Rives BFK wove paper ·  Accession ID  1999.117.4.c

Tina Barney, Jose Vargas, Tina Howe, Swimming, 1991, bound volume of 9 dye imbibition prints with text by Tina Howe, Gift of Susan Lorence, 1999.117.1.a-i

Swimming

Tina Barney, Jose Vargas, Tina Howe · 1991 · bound volume of 9 dye imbibition prints with text by Tina Howe ·  Accession ID  1999.117.1.a-i

This is a photograph of the cover of a book titled "The First Picture Book". The book cover features a textured blue fabric with embossed silver text stating the title "The First Picture Book" and the names "Mary Steichen Calderone", "Edward Steichen", and "John Updike". The spine of the book is a deeper blue, creating a contrast with the lighter blue front cover. The overall design is minimalist, focusing on the text without any additional imagery or decoration.
Mary Steichen Calderone, Edward Steichen, Jon Goodman, Allethaire Press, Robert J. Hennessey, The First Picture Book: Everyday Things for Babies, 1991, illustrated book with 24 offset lithographs and 1photogravure, Gift of Susan Lorence, 1999.117.6

The First Picture Book: Everyday Things for Babies

Mary Steichen Calderone, Edward Steichen, Jon Goodman, Allethaire Press, Robert J. Hennessey · 1991 · illustrated book with 24 offset lithographs and 1photogravure ·  Accession ID  1999.117.6

The image shows vertical, elongated shapes resembling thick lines or columns on the right half of the canvas. These shapes resemble tree trunks or stone pillars with a rough, textured surface. In the lower left portion, there is a soft, circular, blurred form with various colors, primarily blue, green, and hints of pink.
Richard Tuttle, Mei-mei Berssenbrugge, Library Fellows of the Whitney Museum of American Art, Judith Solodkin, Cinda Sparling, Larry B. Wright, Hiddenness: Untitled, 1987, color lithograph and screenprint with hand-stamping and letterpress text on handmade paper, Gift of Susan Lorence, 1999.117.9.c

Hiddenness: Untitled

Richard Tuttle, Mei-mei Berssenbrugge, Library Fellows of the Whitney Museum of American Art, Judith Solodkin, Cinda Sparling, Larry B. Wright · 1987 · color lithograph and screenprint with hand-stamping and letterpress text on handmade paper ·  Accession ID  1999.117.9.c

The image features a large pink textured shape on the right side of a white canvas. Below the pink shape are smaller, more defined elements with bright colors, including a yellow circle, a patch of green, and a splash of royal blue.
Richard Tuttle, Mei-mei Berssenbrugge, Library Fellows of the Whitney Museum of American Art, Judith Solodkin, Cinda Sparling, Larry B. Wright, Hiddenness: Untitled, 1987, color lithograph and screenprint with hand-stamping and letterpress text on handmade blue paper, Gift of Susan Lorence, 1999.117.9.a

Hiddenness: Untitled

Richard Tuttle, Mei-mei Berssenbrugge, Library Fellows of the Whitney Museum of American Art, Judith Solodkin, Cinda Sparling, Larry B. Wright · 1987 · color lithograph and screenprint with hand-stamping and letterpress text on handmade blue paper ·  Accession ID  1999.117.9.a