Cock van Gent

American, 1925 - 1963

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The image shows swirling lines and curved shapes intersecting and overlaying each other. The abstract composition resembles flowing garments and body contours. Bold strokes suggest features like hair, faces, fingers, and toes. Some may see hints of familiar objects such as a hooded figure, footwear, or wings.
Cock van Gent, Seated Woman; Legs; Girls, 1954, brush and black ink with brown, gray and black wash, Rosenwald Collection, 1958.8.4

Seated Woman; Legs; Girls

Cock van Gent · 1954 · brush and black ink with brown, gray and black wash ·  Accession ID  1958.8.4

This is a monochrome illustration showing several figures, most of whom are depicted partially, with only their upper body visible. In the foreground, there is a prominent face with long hair that falls to the shoulder, large eyes, a defined nose, and full lips. The figure is wearing a wide-brimmed hat, and their facial expression is neutral. Behind this figure, to the right, is another figure with long, straight hair, positioned sideways and appearing to be seated or kneeling, with lines suggesting a draped garment or shawl. To the left, a smaller human form resembling a child is clutching this figure and is wrapped in swaddling clothes, with a visible round face and short length hair. Above, two larger figures appear to be standing, one with medium-length hair and angular facial features, wearing simple clothing. The background consists of abstract lines and hazy figures, resembling a crowd, while the sides are filled with dark shading to create depth. The signature "Cock van Gent" appears on the lower right corner of the image.
Cock van Gent, Mayan Indian Group, 1952, brush and black ink with gray wash on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1958.8.5

Mayan Indian Group

Cock van Gent · 1952 · brush and black ink with gray wash on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1958.8.5