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The image shows bold, curving shapes creating three distinct sections on the canvas. The top and bottom display vibrant red-orange forms contrasting against a large dark center. The abstract design resembles an inverted 'M' at the top and a rounded mound at the bottom, suggesting landscape horizons or flowing fabrics. The simplicity of the abstract forms utilizes bold color and form to challenge the viewer's perception of familiar objects.
Leon Polk Smith, Stretch of Black III, 1961, oil on canvas, Gift of Eleanor Ward, 1971.89.1

Stretch of Black III

Leon Polk Smith · 1961 · oil on canvas ·  Accession ID  1971.89.1

The image displays an arrangement of geometric shapes and sweeping curves including rectangular and triangular forms clustered together in the center. Above these shapes are curved lines and cloud-like forms. The composition combines rigid structures with fluid, dynamic lines.
Robert Delaunay, The City, 1926, lithograph, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Burton Tremaine, 1971.86.10

The City

Robert Delaunay · 1926 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1971.86.10

The image depicts a frontal drawing of a person with a slightly left inclination. The person has facial hair, a calm expression, visible eyes, and a high forehead. The hair is curly and sparse on top. They wear a dark, textured jacket that merges into a plain, light-colored background. There is no visible jewelry or objects held.
Auguste Renoir, Paul Cezanne, 1902, lithograph, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Burton Tremaine, 1971.86.34

Paul Cezanne

Auguste Renoir · 1902 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1971.86.34

The image displays an array of intersecting lines forming an abstract shape resembling a humanoid figure, with a rectangle-like body, a triangular head, and extended limbs. The background features a textured pattern of undulating, woodgrain-like curves and lines, providing a contrast to the geometric figure.
Josef Albers, Tlaloc, 1944, woodcut in black on Japanese wove paper, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Burton Tremaine, 1971.86.2

Tlaloc

Josef Albers · 1944 · woodcut in black on Japanese wove paper ·  Accession ID  1971.86.2

The image shows a round table with a textured cloth, a person holding a small child beside it under a shaded light. The color palette includes deep blues, browns, and muted creams with hints of red on the tablecloth. The person and child are seated to the right, partially in shadow, in a dimly lit room. Brown chairs are visible in the background against the walls, framing the scene.
Edouard Vuillard, Motherhood (Maternite), 1896, color lithograph on Japanese paper, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Burton Tremaine, 1971.86.44

Motherhood (Maternite)

Edouard Vuillard · 1896 · color lithograph on Japanese paper ·  Accession ID  1971.86.44

The image shows intersecting circles and crescent shapes in various solid colors and hatched lines. The circles are in blue, green, and red, surrounded by black. Curved lines and cross-hatching create texture and depth.
Sonia Delaunay, Untitled, color etching, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Burton Tremaine, 1971.86.12

Untitled

Sonia Delaunay · · color etching ·  Accession ID  1971.86.12

The image depicts a 3x4 grid with simple shapes and lines on colored backgrounds. The top row features two circles with horizontal lines, a zigzag shape, the second row displays a stick figure, a stylized animal-like shape, and another animal-like figure. The third row showcases an inverted "V," a T-shaped symbol, and a geometric design with crossing lines. The bottom row shows an eye shape, a white grid, and a silhouette of a person with raised arms.
Gino Severini, Pictograph, 1913, watercolor, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Burton Tremaine, 1971.86.38

Pictograph

Gino Severini · 1913 · watercolor ·  Accession ID  1971.86.38

The image features abstract line drawings arranged in a grid pattern with rectangular frames. The black ink sketches portray various abstract forms, including geometric shapes, a bird-like figure in a cage, and other structural elements. The hand-drawn lines suggest quick sketches or schematics, resembling blueprints or scientific diagrams. Handwritten annotations accompany each section of the grid, contributing to the imaginative and exploratory atmosphere of the composition.
Alberto Giacometti, Moving, Mute Objects (Objets mobiles et muets), 1931, lithograph, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Burton Tremaine, 1971.86.16

Moving, Mute Objects (Objets mobiles et muets)

Alberto Giacometti · 1931 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1971.86.16

The image shows thick, bold black lines intersecting vertically and horizontally to create a grid-like pattern. Earthy browns, muted greens, and subtle yellows overlay the geometric forms. Small sections resemble windows or openings. A circular shape on the right side implies the presence of a setting sun or moon behind layered structures.
Leonard Quentin, Composition, color lithograph, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Burton Tremaine, 1971.86.30

Composition

Leonard Quentin · · color lithograph ·  Accession ID  1971.86.30

This image showcases a series of bold, horizontal lines and shapes that curve across the canvas. The colors transition from red to navy blue, followed by cobalt blue, dark green, and finally bright yellow at the bottom.
Yvonne Thomas, Untitled, 1967, color screenprint on cardboard, Gift of Mrs. McFadden Staempfli, 1971.88.7

Untitled

Yvonne Thomas · 1967 · color screenprint on cardboard ·  Accession ID  1971.88.7