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Lynn K. Altman

American, died 2019

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The image features swirling, curvilinear shapes and lines on a muted, textured background. White and ochre lines intertwine with black brushstrokes, creating an intricate web resembling human figures seated together. The arrangement of lines suggests a group of people sitting around. The lines and forms give the impression of chairs and limbs in a continuous movement.
Henry Moore, Figures on a Grey Ground, 1956, watercolor, crayon, and graphite on wove paper, Gift of Lynn K. Altman Family Trust, 2020.169.9

Figures on a Grey Ground

Henry Moore · 1956 · watercolor, crayon, and graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2020.169.9

The image shows a sketch of an interior setting with shelves, chairs, and a fireplace. Colorful circles in primary shades overlay the sketch, adding an abstract element. Handwritten text is included in the image.
Allen Ruppersberg, Honey I rearranged the collection to question the cultural truths reflected in patterns of collection, scholarship and display in the priviledged [sic] space of art. Ha!, 2000, screenprint, graphite, and pressure sensitive stickers on wove paper, Gift of Lynn K. Altman Family Trust, 2020.169.18

Honey I rearranged the collection to question the cultural truths reflected in patterns of collection, scholarship and display in the priviledged [sic] space of art. Ha!

Allen Ruppersberg · 2000 · screenprint, graphite, and pressure sensitive stickers on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2020.169.18

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Red Stop, White Dot on Black

Alexander Calder · 1966 · painted sheet metal and steel wire ·  Accession ID  2020.169.21

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Untitled Stabile

Alexander Calder · c. 1948 · painted metal ·  Accession ID  2020.169.20

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Reclining Nude

Aristide Maillol · c. 1900 · red chalk on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2020.169.6

The image shows two adjacent sets of concentric square shapes composed of multiple colored lines. The design creates a sense of depth and symmetry. The alternating colors include shades of brown, blue, and black. The squares are positioned on a subtle grid background.
Frank Stella, Grey Scramble, Double Concentric Squares, 1966, marker with white oil paint on graph paper, Gift of Lynn K. Altman Family Trust, 2020.169.14

Grey Scramble, Double Concentric Squares

Frank Stella · 1966 · marker with white oil paint on graph paper ·  Accession ID  2020.169.14

The image depicts a composition of rectangles and irregular geometric shapes layered over a textured background. The abstract layout resembles a patchwork quilt with faded colors, merging the forms into a cohesive visual statement. These overlapping shapes, with hints of ochre and pale yellows, evoke the appearance of aged paper or fabric fragments carefully stitched together. The rough, uneven edges and subtle color transitions contribute to the abstract quality.
Hannelore Baron, Untitled [C85-139], 1985, collage of paper and printed fabric on fabric with transparent and opaque watercolor and graphite, Gift of Lynn K. Altman Family Trust, 2020.169.2

Untitled [C85-139]

Hannelore Baron · 1985 · collage of paper and printed fabric on fabric with transparent and opaque watercolor and graphite ·  Accession ID  2020.169.2

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Upright Nude with Arched Back

Henri Matisse · 1904 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2020.169.25

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Jagged Ring

Alexander Calder · 1966 · painted sheet metal and steel wire ·  Accession ID  2020.169.22

The image features bold geometric shapes including a large yellow triangle on a brown background intersected by a curved blue loop and a red crescent shape.
Herbert Ferber, F-7, 1971, acrylic with pen and ink on orange Japanese paper, Gift of Lynn K. Altman Family Trust, 2020.169.4

F-7

Herbert Ferber · 1971 · acrylic with pen and ink on orange Japanese paper ·  Accession ID  2020.169.4