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Gene Baro

1924 - 1982

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The image depicts geometric shapes and lines against a dark background. The composition includes vertical sections with various arrangements of shapes resembling an eye, tear droplets, and masks. The segments showcase circles, triangles, and ovals forming patterns resembling totemic symbols or mechanical parts. Bold brushstrokes and earthy tones enhance the mystique of the artwork, connecting the abstract forms with motifs like masks or tribal emblems.
Adolph Gottlieb, Pictograph, 1946/1947, watercolor with scraping on wove paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2006.57.9

Pictograph

Adolph Gottlieb · 1946/1947 · watercolor with scraping on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2006.57.9

The image shows several elongated organic shapes in various colors layered horizontally across the canvas. The shapes resemble flat stones or cushions stacked unevenly. The colors include muted red, purple with a thin yellow stripe, green, blue, brown, and a lighter blue. The background is textured green.
Friedel Dzubas, Kanton, 1966, Magna on canvas, Gift of Charles Millard in memory of Michael Barclay Watson, 2004.46.1

Kanton

Friedel Dzubas · 1966 · Magna on canvas ·  Accession ID  2004.46.1