Joe Jones

Jones, Joseph John
American, 1909 - 1963

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The image shows a man standing on a boat, holding a rope. He has defined facial features and is wearing a hat and long-sleeved shirt. The boat deck features wooden planks and cylindrical structures used to secure ropes. Swirling water is visible in the background.
Joe Jones, Tieing Up, c. 1940, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.2721

Tieing Up

Joe Jones · c. 1940 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.2721
The image displays a vast landscape from an elevated perspective. The terrain contains a barren branch and scattered shrubs. Near the horizon, there is an old wooden cart with a large wheel partly covered by tall grass, alongside some rustic remnants or fence posts. The artwork features dynamic brushstrokes blending seamlessly, creating a sense of movement. The color palette is monochromatic, with black, white, and gray dominating. The sky shows bands of light and dark tones, conveying a sense of wind or turbulence.
Joe Jones, American Artists Group, Wastelands, 1937, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.5269

Wastelands

Joe Jones, American Artists Group · 1937 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.5269
The image shows two men sitting on sacks or bales. One man is focused on something in his hands, wearing a hat, overalls, and a long-sleeved shirt. The other man is beside him, also looking at their hands, wearing a wide-brimmed hat and a long-sleeved shirt. The background has a textured pattern resembling grass or fields, and there are sacks underneath them.
Joe Jones, Untitled (Sacking Grain), c. 1935-1940, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.2720

Untitled (Sacking Grain)

Joe Jones · c. 1935-1940 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.2720
The image features curving lines and rounded shapes that overlap and intertwine. The forms suggest the appearance of organic objects, such as petals of a flower or smooth stones. Shading and gradients accentuate the fluidity and texture of these shapes, creating a dynamic arrangement within a rectangular frame.
Joe Jones, Untitled (Reclining nude with small dog), c. 1932, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.2722

Untitled (Reclining nude with small dog)

Joe Jones · c. 1932 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.2722
This is a drawing of an urban street scene with utility elements. The drawing depicts a street corner with various elements of urban infrastructure. In the foreground, there is a curved sidewalk with large square tiles and a manhole cover, next to a street curb. A fire hydrant is positioned on the edge of the sidewalk. The mid-ground includes a neatly arranged row of bushes or shrubs lining the sidewalk. There is a lamp post on another part of the sidewalk. At the back, there is a utility pole with a streetlamp attached, and mounted on the pole there is a signpost with the word "KENNET" written on it. Near the pole, a public mailbox labeled “POST DIST. A-110” is partially visible. There's also a stylized depiction of a vehicle with geometric and abstract interpretation, showing certain recognizable parts. The use of lines and shading creates a sense of depth and contrast, utilizing a monochrome style to convey the intricate details of a city environment.
Joe Jones, Public Utilities, 1932, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.2723

Public Utilities

Joe Jones · 1932 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.2723
The image shows a person lying on a bed with the upper half of their body visible. The individual is on their side, with their head resting on their arm facing downwards towards the pillow. They have short, dark hair and their facial features are not visible. The person is covered with a blanket and a strap of clothing is visible over their shoulder. The room has a wooden nightstand with items on it, including what seems to be a book, a clock, and cups. A mirror on the wall reflects the room, which also has abstract art hanging on the wall and a lamp on a circular table.
Joe Jones, Studio Interior, 1932, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.2724

Studio Interior

Joe Jones · 1932 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.2724