John Buckland Wright

Buckland-Wright, John
British, 1897 - 1954

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The image shows a straight-on and slightly elevated view of a dense and lush jungle scene. The thick canopy of trees and foliage obscures the horizon, focusing attention on the jungle interior. The textured tree trunks are depicted with strong, varied cross-hatching brushstrokes. The monochromatic color palette highlights intricate details of plants and trees. Close to the viewer, large leaves and dense undergrowth can be seen, with two figures near a small pool of water. In the background, thick foliage forms an impenetrable wall of greenery.
John Buckland Wright, Torch Press, The Woodcut Society, The Forest Pool, 1939, wood engraving in black, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.8835

The Forest Pool

John Buckland Wright, Torch Press, The Woodcut Society · 1939 · wood engraving in black ·  Accession ID  1943.3.8835
The image displays a complex composition of angular and curvilinear lines. There are geometric forms intertwined and overlapping, creating an abstract structure. Some shapes resemble a humanoid figure, while others suggest a seated figure. The image includes varying textures and lines that guide the viewer's gaze through architectural elements or instruments in the scene.
John Buckland Wright, Untitled, 1938, engraving on laid paper, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.713.4

Untitled

John Buckland Wright · 1938 · engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2008.115.713.4
The image shows swirling and looping lines against a dark background, creating an abstract pattern. The lines overlap to form delicate, curved shapes that resemble flowing ribbons or organic forms. The complexity suggests movement and intertwining, similar to natural patterns like vines or tendrils.
John Buckland Wright, Composition No. 5, 1935, wood engraving printed in black on japan paper, Purchased as the Gift of Andrew Robison, 2016.92.1

Composition No. 5

John Buckland Wright · 1935 · wood engraving printed in black on japan paper ·  Accession ID  2016.92.1
The image displays intricate curved lines and loops. The lines intersect and overlap in a fluid, continuous motion. The composition evokes swirling ribbons or graceful outlines of musical notes. The flowing lines suggest movement and dynamic play, resembling twisting ribbons in the air.
John Buckland Wright, Little Torso, 1935, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1947.12.47

Little Torso

John Buckland Wright · 1935 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1947.12.47
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Jurgen: A Comedy of Justice

John Buckland Wright, James Branch Cabell, The Golden Cockerel Press · 1949 · illustrated book with 16 wood engravings ·  Accession ID  2021.77.3