Betty Woodman

Abrahams, Elizabeth

American, 1930 - 2018

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The image features bold, black lines outlining various shapes on a soft, yellow background. The shapes resemble simplified plants or flowers with rounded tops and stems, along with a darker section below. The overall composition suggests a whimsical garden or bouquet in a stylized form.
Betty Woodman, Ceramic Pictures of Korean Paintings: Camellia Tree, 2002, watercolor and black ink on wove paper, Dorothy and Herbert Vogel Collection, 2007.6.202

Ceramic Pictures of Korean Paintings: Camellia Tree

Betty Woodman · 2002 · watercolor and black ink on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2007.6.202

The sculpture is a wall-mounted abstract piece made up of irregularly shaped segments in various colors - green, yellow, blue, orange, and pink. The segments also feature black and white designs. The material appears to be wood or a composite material. The arrangement creates a dynamic visual composition with an interplay of shapes and colors, forming a cohesive yet fragmented whole. The differing shapes and colors catch the light, creating a visual texture. The sculpture stands out against the plain background with its vibrant and energetic presence.
Betty Woodman, Balustrade Relief Vase, 1996, glazed earthenware, Dorothy and Herbert Vogel Collection, 2007.6.285

Balustrade Relief Vase

Betty Woodman · 1996 · glazed earthenware ·  Accession ID  2007.6.285

The image displays colorful, abstract shapes and lines on a plain background. On the left, the shapes loosely resemble a stylized vase with a lattice-like pattern and hues of green, purple, and brown. On the right, another abstract form appears similar to a figure with swirling lines and vibrant colors such as red, yellow, and blue. The abstract composition prompts viewers to interpret familiar objects within the forms.
Betty Woodman, Untitled, 1991, color monoprint with gold leaf on wove Arches Aquarelle paper, Dorothy and Herbert Vogel Collection, 2007.6.250

Untitled

Betty Woodman · 1991 · color monoprint with gold leaf on wove Arches Aquarelle paper ·  Accession ID  2007.6.250

The sculpture is an abstract piece crafted from a textured ceramic-like material. It features a jagged outline and angular forms resembling a stylized vase or pitcher. The color palette is vibrant with earthy red edges and a light teal body, decorated with wavy patterns in shades of purple, green, blue, and red. The sculpture hangs on a white wall, showcasing its dynamic and colorful composition.
Betty Woodman, Untitled Vase Relief, ceramic, Dorothy and Herbert Vogel Collection, 2007.6.203

Untitled Vase Relief

Betty Woodman · · ceramic ·  Accession ID  2007.6.203