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Norman Ives

American, 1923 - 1978

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The image shows overlapping geometric shapes, mainly rectangles and triangles, forming layered forms. There are two main panels with central dark triangles intersecting lighter shapes. The surrounding rectangles and textured edges provide depth against a plain background, reminiscent of architectural designs or stained glass.
Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc., Folder 30, 1972, screenprint in black and gray on Mohawk Superfine Bristol wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Norman Ives, 1983), 2015.19.2850.30

Folder 30

Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc. · 1972 · screenprint in black and gray on Mohawk Superfine Bristol wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2850.30

The image displays two interconnected geometric compositions. Each composition consists of interlocking rectangles and parallelograms outlined with bold lines forming zig-zagging shapes. The abstract forms resemble three-dimensional structures that bend and twist. The shapes suggest familiar objects like intertwining ribbons or intertwined staircases. The clean lines and sharp angles enhance the abstract nature of the image, inviting comparisons to modern geometric art or architectural elements.
Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc., Folder 21, 1972, screenprint in black on Mohawk Superfine Bristol wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Norman Ives, 1983), 2015.19.2850.21

Folder 21

Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc. · 1972 · screenprint in black on Mohawk Superfine Bristol wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2850.21

The image shows two geometric shapes consisting of white lines on dark backgrounds. One shape is on the left with a black background, and the other is on the right with a dark brown background. The shapes are composed of intersecting lines creating a complex structure resembling a three-dimensional cage or a modern architectural building, giving an impression of depth and structure. The repetitive nature of the lines contributes to a sense of architectural design within the abstract forms.
Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc., Folder 6, 1972, screenprint in black on Mohawk Superfine Bristol wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Norman Ives, 1983), 2015.19.2850.6

Folder 6

Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc. · 1972 · screenprint in black on Mohawk Superfine Bristol wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2850.6

The image shows intersecting geometric shapes arranged in a symmetrical pattern with bold lines creating depth and dimension. The composition is abstract, characterized by two large hexagonal forms and trapezoidal extensions. The arrangement plays with perspective, resembling open doorways or book pages amidst a flat, neutral background.
Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc., Folder 7, 1972, screenprint in black and gray on Mohawk Superfine Bristol wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Norman Ives, 1983), 2015.19.2850.7

Folder 7

Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc. · 1972 · screenprint in black and gray on Mohawk Superfine Bristol wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2850.7

The image shows a composition of rectangular shapes layered concentrically towards the right portion of the canvas, with a predominance of purple, grey, and lavender hues. This abstract arrangement creates a sense of depth and structure. The contrast between the deep purple outer layers and the lighter grey inner shapes draws the eye inward.
Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc., Folder 18, 1972, color screenprint on Mohawk Superfine Bristol wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Norman Ives, 1983), 2015.19.2850.18

Folder 18

Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc. · 1972 · color screenprint on Mohawk Superfine Bristol wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2850.18

The image shows two sets of layered rectangular shapes. The left set transitions from bright green to dark green. The right set starts with a bright teal outer layer and darkens toward a central black rectangle. The structured arrangement and gradation of green hues in both sets create a symmetrical composition on a pale background.
Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc., Folder 13, 1972, color screenprint on Mohawk Superfine Bristol wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Norman Ives, 1983), 2015.19.2850.13

Folder 13

Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc. · 1972 · color screenprint on Mohawk Superfine Bristol wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2850.13

The image is a diptych with two abstract compositions. The left side shows horizontal lines in white and black on a mustard-yellow background. The right side displays repeated arrangements of small brown triangles on a blue background. Both panels use abstract shapes and lines to form patterns.
Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc., Folder 15, 1972, color screenprint on Mohawk Superfine Bristol wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Norman Ives, 1983), 2015.19.2850.15

Folder 15

Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc. · 1972 · color screenprint on Mohawk Superfine Bristol wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2850.15

The image shows an arrangement of nested rectangles creating a geometric pattern with distinct lines and edges. It features two main sections with layers of rectangles varying in color from blue to green. The left section has a large blue rectangle, a medium green rectangle, and a smaller, darker green rectangle at the center. The right section mirrors this pattern with a larger green rectangle, a medium darker green rectangle, and a blue rectangle at the center. The composition resembles nested picture frames or window panes, creating depth with the overlapping layers.
Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc., Folder 33, 1972, color screenprint on Mohawk Superfine Bristol wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Norman Ives, 1983), 2015.19.2850.33

Folder 33

Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc. · 1972 · color screenprint on Mohawk Superfine Bristol wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2850.33

The image shows two identical panels side by side. Each panel depicts a series of abstract shapes, layered angular lines forming a zigzag pattern on a gray background. In the upper left corner of each panel, there are three overlapping transparent rectangles resembling floating envelopes. The colors are varying shades of gray with white outlines, emphasizing a minimalist and geometric abstraction suggestive of folded paper or architectural elements.
Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc., Folder 1, 1972, color screenprint on Mohawk Superfine Bristol wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Norman Ives, 1983), 2015.19.2850.1

Folder 1

Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc. · 1972 · color screenprint on Mohawk Superfine Bristol wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2850.1

The image shows an arrangement of rectangles and squares in a grid-like pattern against a solid background. There are both vertical and horizontal lines within a gray square frame on the right side. The geometric shapes resemble a futuristic cityscape, with the rectangles resembling buildings.
Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc., Folder 12, 1972, screenprint in gray on Mohawk Superfine Bristol wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Norman Ives, 1983), 2015.19.2850.12

Folder 12

Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Harry N. Abrams, Inc. · 1972 · screenprint in gray on Mohawk Superfine Bristol wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2850.12