Hugh Townley

American, 1923 - 2008

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The image displays swirling and curved lines on a dark background. The shapes resemble the outline of ram's horns or waves curling inward. The outline of a form below the arches may suggest the torso of an animal or mythical creature, contributing to the abstract composition. The dark and muted tones create figures that emerge subtly from the shadows.
Hugh Townley, Tamarind Institute, Untitled, 1969, lithograph (stone) in two blacks on Rives BFK paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.1036

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Hugh Townley, Tamarind Institute · 1969 · lithograph (stone) in two blacks on Rives BFK paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.1036

The image shows a collection of shapes and lines on a soft, neutral background. The abstract design features a large circular form divided into sections, with patterns and lines creating recognizable outlines. The composition has a textured surface, adding depth to the muted and mysterious forms.
Hugh Townley, Tamarind Institute, Untitled, 1969, lithograph (aluminum) in pearly white on natural Nacre paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.1044

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Hugh Townley, Tamarind Institute · 1969 · lithograph (aluminum) in pearly white on natural Nacre paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.1044

The image displays a grid of small rectangles with abstract shapes and lines. The forms in each rectangle resemble animals, arrows, and symbols. The arrangement suggests a collection of abstract hieroglyphs or simplified interpretations of everyday objects.
Hugh Townley, Tamarind Institute, Untitled, 1969, lithograph (zinc) in beige on buff Arches paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.1058

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Hugh Townley, Tamarind Institute · 1969 · lithograph (zinc) in beige on buff Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.1058

The image features dark, abstract shapes and swirling lines of curved and angular forms. There is a spiral resembling a coil or curled vine, alongside geometric structures resembling a stylized arrowhead. The arrangement of these shapes may suggest elements found in a sculpture or a shadowy landscape.
Hugh Townley, Tamarind Institute, Untitled, 1969, lithograph (stone) in two blacks on Rives BFK paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.1035

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Hugh Townley, Tamarind Institute · 1969 · lithograph (stone) in two blacks on Rives BFK paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.1035

The image shows various abstract shapes and lines, including a circular form and elongated vertical elements. The composition includes a figure resembling an uppercase letter "I" and a form similar to a trident or a fork on the right side. The dark monochromatic palette highlights the contrast and layered textures within the forms.
Hugh Townley, Tamarind Institute, Untitled, 1969, lithograph (aluminum and stone) in two blacks on Rives BFK paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.1042

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Hugh Townley, Tamarind Institute · 1969 · lithograph (aluminum and stone) in two blacks on Rives BFK paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.1042

The image features five rectangular shapes containing unique abstract forms with bold, dark lines. In the first shape in the top left corner, there is a design resembling a tree. To the right, another shape contains curvilinear lines forming a design that could be perceived as a pair of lips or waves at the top, with three longer lines descending. Moving to the bottom row, the first design displays an irregular form with curving lines and shapes that could suggest a serpentine creature next to circular and crescent shapes. In the middle of this row, a vertical rectangle encloses a rounded shape with smaller circular motifs that could resemble eyes or flowers, framed in an oval form. The last shape on the bottom right shows lines and curves creating a figure with an oval head and pointing arrow-like appendages. Each abstract form allows for imaginative connections to various objects.
Hugh Townley, Tamarind Institute, Untitled, 1969, lithograph (zinc) in black on buff Arches paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.1059

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Hugh Townley, Tamarind Institute · 1969 · lithograph (zinc) in black on buff Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.1059

The image shows bold, red outlines forming abstract shapes on a textured background. The abstract forms resemble shapes such as wings, dumbbells, and waves. Smaller textured imprints that resemble leaves, hearts, and floral petals are scattered across the composition. The scene is framed by an uneven red border.
Hugh Townley, Tamarind Institute, Untitled, 1969, lithograph (aluminum and zinc) in pearly white andred-brown on natural Nacre paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.1045

Untitled

Hugh Townley, Tamarind Institute · 1969 · lithograph (aluminum and zinc) in pearly white andred-brown on natural Nacre paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.1045

The image shows a large triangle created by a diagonal line dividing it into two sections: a black area on the left and a red area on the right. The design uses contrasting colors to create visual tension. The clean edges and solid colors contribute to the geometric abstraction of the image.
Hugh Townley, Tamarind Institute, The Magus, 1969, portfolio w/ 12 lithographs (aluminum and stone) including title page and colophon on Rives BFK paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.1008-1019

The Magus

Hugh Townley, Tamarind Institute · 1969 · portfolio w/ 12 lithographs (aluminum and stone) including title page and colophon on Rives BFK paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.1008-1019

The image contains abstract shapes against a dark background. In the foreground, there is a large curved shape with raised arms. In the top left, there is a star-like shape. Below, there is a circular form and zigzagging lines at the bottom.
Hugh Townley, Tamarind Institute, The Magus III, 1969, lithograph (stone) in two blacks on Rives BFK paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.1010

The Magus III

Hugh Townley, Tamarind Institute · 1969 · lithograph (stone) in two blacks on Rives BFK paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.1010

The image consists of red shapes on a darker red background. The shapes include elongated forms with rounded and pointed ends, a large circle with a smaller sphere attached, a heart shape, an asterisk-like figure, and a stylized letter 'U'. These elements create an abstract composition.
Hugh Townley, Tamarind Institute, The Magus II, 1969, lithograph (aluminum and stone) in two reds on Rives BFK paper, Gift of Dorothy J. and Benjamin B. Smith, 1984.34.1009

The Magus II

Hugh Townley, Tamarind Institute · 1969 · lithograph (aluminum and stone) in two reds on Rives BFK paper ·  Accession ID  1984.34.1009