Fables V

1965

Lee Mullican

Associated Names
Lee Mullican

Artist, American, 1919 - 1998

Tamarind Institute

Publisher

The image consists of curved, wavy vertical lines and circular forms, creating a sense of movement. It evokes organic growth, resembling intertwined tree trunks or vines surrounded by lily pads or flower petals. The circles and spirals give an impression of a complex machine or a garden of gears and cogs.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph (aluminum) on wove Arches paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 76.1 x 51 cm (29 15/16 x 20 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.34.382.6

  • Series Title

    Fables [1984.34.382-393]

Associated Artworks

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The image consists of spiral and circular shapes, interspersed with straight lines and curved segments, creating a pattern. This abstract composition features a scattered arrangement reminiscent of snail shells or coiled springs, mixed with linear elements that suggest scattered straws or twigs. The piece combines these forms in a way that invites artistic exploration.

Fables (Title Page)

Lee Mullican, Tamarind Institute

1965

The image shows a large dark rectangular shape with visible vertical and horizontal lines, resembling a closed binder or notebook. Two small metallic hinges or clasps are positioned on the right edge. The design is simple with a flat surface and a uniform color.

Fables

Lee Mullican, Tamarind Institute

1965

The image shows circular shapes and intricate lines filling the canvas in an abstract composition. The arrangement gives the impression of a kaleidoscope pattern or a mechanical mechanism. The dense aggregation of abstract forms may evoke the internal workings of a clock or an alien landscape. The overlapping textures and varied shapes present a scene that is chaotic and organized, resembling a cityscape or tangled loops. Each segment offers a unique design and depth.

Fables I

Lee Mullican, Tamarind Institute

1965

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1989

  • Devon, Marjorie, and Peter Walch. Catalogue Raisonné: Tamarind Lithography Workshop, Inc., 1960-1970. Albuquerque: University of New Mexico Art Museum, 1989, no. 1228.

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Tamarind Imp; lower right in graphite: Lee Mullican; lower right verso in graphite: 1228 / A

Markings

BS: Tamarind (T.1), Smith (T.41)

Watermarks

None.

Wikidata ID

Q74048755

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