José Maria Sicilia

Spanish, born 1954

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The image shows a large, abstract representation of a jug with a handle, and within it is the silhouette of a spatula-like object. The color palette consists of soft beige tones defining the shapes. The jug occupies most of the central space, with the spatula placed vertically inside it. The objects are set against a plain, lightly colored background.
José Maria Sicilia, Paul Mullowney, Lawrence J. Hamlin, Crown Point Press, Series C, #3, 1990, color aquatint on Fuji Hosho wove paper, Gift of Kathan Brown, 2006.122.113

Series C, #3

José Maria Sicilia, Paul Mullowney, Lawrence J. Hamlin, Crown Point Press · 1990 · color aquatint on Fuji Hosho wove paper ·  Accession ID  2006.122.113

The image depicts a large square shape with a subtle texture in a soft, muted beige tone. Faint shadows and variations hint at gentle undulations or creases. Small inscriptions are located at the bottom left and right corners.
José Maria Sicilia, Crown Point Press, Lawrence J. Hamlin, Series A #2 (overlay sheet), 1990, aquatint in black and brown on Fuji Hosho paper with overlay sheet of Fuji Hosho dipped in beeswax, Gift of Kathan Brown, 1998.40.421

Series A #2 (overlay sheet)

José Maria Sicilia, Crown Point Press, Lawrence J. Hamlin · 1990 · aquatint in black and brown on Fuji Hosho paper with overlay sheet of Fuji Hosho dipped in beeswax ·  Accession ID  1998.40.421

The image features abstract shapes with smooth, flowing lines and gentle curves against a neutral background. To the left, there is a gray silhouette with a rounded form. Adjacent to this, a brown shape with a long, slender curve and rounded end.
José Maria Sicilia, Crown Point Press, Lawrence J. Hamlin, Series A, #6 (printed sheet), 1990, aquatint in black and brown on Fuji Hosho paper with overlay sheet of Fuji Hosho dipped in beeswax, Gift of Kathan Brown, 1998.40.428

Series A, #6 (printed sheet)

José Maria Sicilia, Crown Point Press, Lawrence J. Hamlin · 1990 · aquatint in black and brown on Fuji Hosho paper with overlay sheet of Fuji Hosho dipped in beeswax ·  Accession ID  1998.40.428

The image shows a jug with a handle. Inside the jug, there is a silhouette of a seated hare. The color palette is soft, mainly beige and creamy off-white, with the hare being a slightly darker shade. The jug is in the center of the image, with the hare near the bottom left within it.
José Maria Sicilia, Crown Point Press, Lawrence J. Hamlin, Series A, #1 (printed sheet), 1990, aquatint in black and brown on Fuji Hosho paper with overlay sheet of Fuji Hosho dipped in beeswax, Gift of Kathan Brown, 1998.40.418

Series A, #1 (printed sheet)

José Maria Sicilia, Crown Point Press, Lawrence J. Hamlin · 1990 · aquatint in black and brown on Fuji Hosho paper with overlay sheet of Fuji Hosho dipped in beeswax ·  Accession ID  1998.40.418

The image depicts a central silhouette with soft curves and irregular edges, set against a textured backdrop of muted pink and beige hues. The abstract shape suggests the contour of a figure resembling a classical statue. The silhouette, with a head and body form, evokes the outline of a standing human, though it remains undefined and fluid.
José Maria Sicilia, Crown Point Press, Lawrence J. Hamlin, Series B, #3 (printed sheet), 1990, color aquatint and spitbite aquatint on Somerset White paper with overlay sheet of Fuji Hosho dipped in beeswax, Gift of Kathan Brown, 1998.40.434

Series B, #3 (printed sheet)

José Maria Sicilia, Crown Point Press, Lawrence J. Hamlin · 1990 · color aquatint and spitbite aquatint on Somerset White paper with overlay sheet of Fuji Hosho dipped in beeswax ·  Accession ID  1998.40.434

The image shows a pattern of light lines or gradients on an off-white background. The texture is similar to aged parchment or a lightly clouded sky, presenting a minimalist and abstract design.
José Maria Sicilia, Crown Point Press, Series B, #1 [overlay sheet], 1990, beeswax on hosho paper, Gift of Kathan Brown, 1998.40.441

Series B, #1 [overlay sheet]

José Maria Sicilia, Crown Point Press · 1990 · beeswax on hosho paper ·  Accession ID  1998.40.441

The image shows a uniform expanse of pale beige color with subtle variations forming an abstract composition. Faint, slightly darker lines traverse the surface.
José Maria Sicilia, Crown Point Press, Lawrence J. Hamlin, Series B, #3 (overlay sheet), 1990, color aquatint and spitbite aquatint on Somerset White paper with overlay sheet of Fuji Hosho dipped in beeswax, Gift of Kathan Brown, 1998.40.435

Series B, #3 (overlay sheet)

José Maria Sicilia, Crown Point Press, Lawrence J. Hamlin · 1990 · color aquatint and spitbite aquatint on Somerset White paper with overlay sheet of Fuji Hosho dipped in beeswax ·  Accession ID  1998.40.435

The image features wavy lines on a pale background, creating an abstract composition. The lines form gentle undulations resembling natural patterns, such as wood grains or sand dunes. The overall effect is simple and minimalistic, evoking a serene and organic quality similar to textures found in nature.
José Maria Sicilia, Crown Point Press, Lawrence J. Hamlin, Series A, #3 (overlay sheet), 1990, aquatint in black and brown on Fuji Hosho paper with overlay sheet of Fuji Hosho dipped in beeswax, Gift of Kathan Brown, 1998.40.423

Series A, #3 (overlay sheet)

José Maria Sicilia, Crown Point Press, Lawrence J. Hamlin · 1990 · aquatint in black and brown on Fuji Hosho paper with overlay sheet of Fuji Hosho dipped in beeswax ·  Accession ID  1998.40.423

The image depicts two shapes against a neutral background. On the left is an outline resembling a rocking horse or a rooster with a crest, while the shape on the right has rounded edges, reminiscent of a landscape feature like a hill or a cloud.
José Maria Sicilia, Crown Point Press, Lawrence J. Hamlin, Series A, #4 (printed sheet), 1990, aquatint in black and brown on Fuji Hosho paper with overlay sheet of Fuji Hosho dipped in beeswax, Gift of Kathan Brown, 1998.40.424

Series A, #4 (printed sheet)

José Maria Sicilia, Crown Point Press, Lawrence J. Hamlin · 1990 · aquatint in black and brown on Fuji Hosho paper with overlay sheet of Fuji Hosho dipped in beeswax ·  Accession ID  1998.40.424

The image shows a silhouette of a large mug with a handle taking up most of the space. The colors are soft pastel hues, mainly light pinks and muted whites. The mug is centrally positioned against a washed-out pink background.
José Maria Sicilia, Crown Point Press, Series B, #1 [printed sheet], 1990, base sheet with image in aquatint and spitbite aquatint on Somerset White paper, Gift of Kathan Brown, 1998.40.440

Series B, #1 [printed sheet]

José Maria Sicilia, Crown Point Press · 1990 · base sheet with image in aquatint and spitbite aquatint on Somerset White paper ·  Accession ID  1998.40.440