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Mr. William Dove

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The image displays an arrangement of curved and angular shapes created with bold, abstract lines. The overlapping shapes form patterns with hues of green, purple, and black blending into one another. The composition is set against a light background, highlighting the complex, interlocking forms resembling puzzle pieces or a view through a kaleidoscope.
Arthur Dove, Untitled, 1942, oil and tempera on wove paper, Gift of William Dove, 1992.111.13

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Arthur Dove · 1942 · oil and tempera on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1992.111.13

The image shows overlapping curved shapes and lines creating an abstract landscape. Colors transition from muted greens and browns to vibrant reds and blacks, resembling a forested scene with hills or mountain silhouettes. The layering of colors and shapes evokes dense foliage or rocky terrain viewed from above, forming an abstract representation of a natural vista.
Arthur Dove, Untitled, 1940/1946, watercolor, pen and black ink, and graphite on wove paper, Gift of William Dove, 1992.111.4

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Arthur Dove · 1940/1946 · watercolor, pen and black ink, and graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1992.111.4

The image displays angular and jagged shapes in an abstract arrangement. A red form resembling an arrowhead or a stylized letter is in the center, surrounded by irregular polygons in white and gray on an olive green rectangular background. The composition has a visual connection to puzzle pieces or architectural blueprints, without definitive identification.
Arthur Dove, Untitled, 1942, oil, tempera, and graphite on wove paper, Gift of William Dove, 1992.111.21

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Arthur Dove · 1942 · oil, tempera, and graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1992.111.21

The image shows irregular, organic shapes and lines in a small section at the top of a larger beige canvas. The colors include blues, grays, and browns, blending together to create an abstract scene. Light blue and off-white shapes are present, resembling clouds against a darker gray sky. Below, darker and earth-toned shapes suggest a rugged terrain or rocky landscape. The overall composition is abstract, allowing for different interpretations of familiar natural scenes with minimalistic and expressive forms.
Arthur Dove, Untitled, 1940/1946, tempera on wove paper, Gift of William Dove, 1992.111.10

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Arthur Dove · 1940/1946 · tempera on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1992.111.10

The image shows various geometric shapes with sharp angles and distinct color separations. The composition includes triangular and polygonal shapes in shades of green, brown, and orange.
Arthur Dove, Untitled, 1942, gouache on wove paper, Gift of William Dove, 1992.111.9

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Arthur Dove · 1942 · gouache on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1992.111.9

The image features flowing, organic shapes and bold lines. A large brown form dominates the center, while a reddish-orange semicircle is in the upper left. A smaller red circle is within the semicircle. The background consists of deep maroon, midnight blue, and black patches.
Arthur Dove, Untitled, 1940/1946, oil and tempera on wove paper, Gift of William Dove, 1992.111.1

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Arthur Dove · 1940/1946 · oil and tempera on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1992.111.1

The image contains an abstract arrangement of shapes and colors. A large, wavy blue form dominates the center, separating two solid areas of color on either side. On the left is an orange-brown area with jagged, scalloped edges. The right side features a section divided into blocks of muted red and dark greenish-brown. The image encourages various interpretations and imaginations of familiar objects.
Arthur Dove, Untitled, 1943, oil on wove paper, Gift of William Dove, 1992.111.2

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Arthur Dove · 1943 · oil on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1992.111.2

The image features a series of abstract shapes. A large purple circle with horizontal black lines across it is at the center. Adjacent to this is a yellow semi-circular form with black streaks extending from it. A broad, dark horizontal line runs near the bottom. The elements are set on a parchment-colored background.
Arthur Dove, Distraction, 1928, brush and black ink and watercolor, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1973.42.1

Distraction

Arthur Dove · 1928 · brush and black ink and watercolor ·  Accession ID  1973.42.1

The image displays intersecting curved and angular lines forming an abstract composition. There is a dominant triangular form with a yellow apex, and a rectangular shape with a brown tone below. The colors used are blues, greens, and browns. The artwork can be interpreted as a stylized landscape with architectural elements.
Arthur Dove, Untitled, 1942, watercolor, pen and black ink, and black pencil on wove paper, Gift of William Dove, 1992.111.12

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Arthur Dove · 1942 · watercolor, pen and black ink, and black pencil on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1992.111.12

The image displays a series of angular shapes creating a dynamic composition. Sharp triangular forms interconnect, resembling mountains or the peaks of a tent. A curved shape filled with a gradient of blue hues is at the center. Earthy tones suggest a natural landscape with elements like the sky and ground. The combination of sharp and rounded elements hints at the convergence of natural and geometric forms.
Arthur Dove, Untitled, 1940/1946, oil on wove paper, Gift of William Dove, 1992.111.3

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Arthur Dove · 1940/1946 · oil on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1992.111.3