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Mr. Merrill C. Berman

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The image displays an arrangement of words and letters forming various shapes and lines, creating an abstract composition with swirling patterns and directional curves. The manipulated text suggests familiar objects, with tighter circles and curves evoking spiraling forms resembling trails or paths. The words mimic the dynamics of flight and flow across the page. Some letters and words hint at elements from mechanical designs or artistic patterns. The piece blends text with design, offering visual intrigue and a connection to the mechanical and animated world.
Carlo Carrà, Graphic Rhythm with Airplane (Homage to Blériot), 1914, pen and ink with graphite and collage on graph paper, Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2004.62.1

Graphic Rhythm with Airplane (Homage to Blériot)

Carlo Carrà · 1914 · pen and ink with graphite and collage on graph paper ·  Accession ID  2004.62.1

This is a painting of a figure standing alongside a crowd against a bold red background. The composition features a cutout image of an individual, rendered in sepia tones, prominently positioned along a curving path made of multiple small figures. The background is a vivid red. Cyrillic text is present. The overall style is reminiscent of the constructivist approach, with an emphasis on geometric lines.
Gustav Klutsis, The Female Worker in England, 1929/1930, collage of photomechanical reproductions and gouache over graphite with varnish, Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2005.92.2

The Female Worker in England

Gustav Klutsis · 1929/1930 · collage of photomechanical reproductions and gouache over graphite with varnish ·  Accession ID  2005.92.2

The sculpture is a tall, cylindrical graduated cylinder made of transparent glass with red measurement markings in increments of 50 from 50 to 500. There is white cursive text written vertically on the surface. The glass is smooth and shiny, with a small lip at the top for pouring and a wide and flat base for stability.
Joseph Beuys, Rose for Direct Democracy, 1973, graduated glass cylinder with incised writing, Gift of Merrill C. and Dalia S. Berman, 2011.147.1

Rose for Direct Democracy

Joseph Beuys · 1973 · graduated glass cylinder with incised writing ·  Accession ID  2011.147.1

This image depicts the word 'BEUYS' and a cross symbol. The word "BEUYS" is written in bold, blocky, red letters across the top. Below the word is a simple, red cross. In the background is a plain and slightly textured off-white surface. At the bottom of the image is the text "GABRIELE MAZZOTTA EDITORE." The overall style is minimalist and graphic, emphasizing the text and symbol combination.
Joseph Beuys, Ja Ja Ja Ja Ja, Nee Nee Nee Nee Nee, 1970, stamped album with record, Gift of Merrill C. and Dalia S. Berman, 2011.147.9

Ja Ja Ja Ja Ja, Nee Nee Nee Nee Nee

Joseph Beuys · 1970 · stamped album with record ·  Accession ID  2011.147.9

Joseph Beuys, Strother/Elwood Art Editions, Creativity = Capital, 1983, lithograph and screenprint on wove paper, Gift of Merrill C. and Dalia S. Berman in honor of Judith Brodie, 2011.17.1

Creativity = Capital

Joseph Beuys, Strother/Elwood Art Editions · 1983 · lithograph and screenprint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2011.17.1

The image shows a composition of geometric shapes and lines forming an intricate abstract structure. It includes bold red and black lines resembling scaffolding or a skeletal frame of a building. The design consists of elements resembling a grid or connected boxes, evoking a construction framework. Diagonals and vertical lines converge to create an abstract architectural model resembling a minimalist tower or stylized skyscraper.
Gustav Klutsis, Agit-Prop Stand, 1922, color lithograph mounted on sheet from Cahier Vert, Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2005.92.1

Agit-Prop Stand

Gustav Klutsis · 1922 · color lithograph mounted on sheet from Cahier Vert ·  Accession ID  2005.92.1

This is a photograph of a framed notice from the New York State Hotel & Motel Association, Inc., regarding the availability of a safe for guests' valuables, along with a signed U.S. one-dollar bill. The notice includes information about the safe and sections of the General Business Law.
Joseph Beuys, Notice to Guests, 1974, framed offset lithograph with dollar bill inscribed with ink, Gift of Merrill C. and Dalia S. Berman, 2011.147.5

Notice to Guests

Joseph Beuys · 1974 · framed offset lithograph with dollar bill inscribed with ink ·  Accession ID  2011.147.5

The image shows a cylindrical cardboard container, a brown jar with a lid, and a small printed illustration encased in clear plastic. The color palette consists of earthy tones, primarily brown, beige, and hints of gray. In the center of the image, the cardboard container is positioned upright, with the brown jar situated to its right. The illustration encased in plastic is placed on the left side of the image.
Joseph Beuys, Mirror Piece, 1975, lacquered flask with iodine crystal mirror-plated interior, cardboard container, and card with rubber stamp addition, Gift of Merrill C. and Dalia S. Berman, 2011.147.6

Mirror Piece

Joseph Beuys · 1975 · lacquered flask with iodine crystal mirror-plated interior, cardboard container, and card with rubber stamp addition ·  Accession ID  2011.147.6

The image features a composition of geometric shapes and bold lines, including arches, circles, and straight lines intersecting various elements. Included in the design are a steam locomotive, a tractor, and a biplane. A man and a child stand beside the tractor, while another man and a boy are positioned in the foreground next to an industrial structure with Cyrillic letters. Color blocks of red, blue, and yellow enhance the abstract nature of the image.
Solomon Telingater, All-Soviet Military Railroad, 1930, collage of photomechanical reproductions and gouache over graphite on gray-green paper, Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2005.92.6

All-Soviet Military Railroad

Solomon Telingater · 1930 · collage of photomechanical reproductions and gouache over graphite on gray-green paper ·  Accession ID  2005.92.6

The image depicts a black rotary dial telephone and an indistinct black object next to each other. The color palette includes various shades of gray, black, and red. The objects are placed in the upper part of the image, with the text "BEUYS" in red and a cross symbol in the center.
Joseph Beuys, Edition Schellmann Contemporary Art Production, Earth Telephone, 1973, screenprint on felt board, Gift of Merrill C. and Dalia S. Berman, 2011.147.4

Earth Telephone

Joseph Beuys, Edition Schellmann Contemporary Art Production · 1973 · screenprint on felt board ·  Accession ID  2011.147.4