Lynda Benglis

American, born 1941

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The sculpture is an elongated, twisted form resembling a vertically stretched cylinder with a rippled, textured surface. It is light peachy-pink and made from a soft, flexible material, possibly fabric or latex. The sculpture is attached to a wall, beginning near the top, extending downward, and curving slightly at the bottom onto the floor. It has an organic and tactile quality, reminiscent of a large coiled hose or tube, adding a unique dimensional element to the wall and floor.
Lynda Benglis, Sacred Meal, 2001, aluminum and copper wire coils covered with translucent, pigmented abaca paper, Dorothy and Herbert Vogel Collection, 2019.154.1

Sacred Meal

Lynda Benglis · 2001 · aluminum and copper wire coils covered with translucent, pigmented abaca paper ·  Accession ID  2019.154.1
The image shows swirling, spiky shapes and fine lines converging in a pattern. The artwork is abstract, with spirals and feathered lines emanating from focal points. The shapes are reminiscent of sea urchins or abstract floral blooms. The composition suggests complexity and dynamics similar to nature.
Lynda Benglis, Untitled, 2001, graphite, pen and ink, and gouache on tracing paper, Dorothy and Herbert Vogel Collection, 2007.6.246

Untitled

Lynda Benglis · 2001 · graphite, pen and ink, and gouache on tracing paper ·  Accession ID  2007.6.246
The image shows two individuals, an older man and woman, from the shoulders up, positioned closely side by side facing the camera. The man has short grey hair and is wearing a blue sweater over a plaid shirt. The woman has grey hair styled in a full wave, and her facial features are soft with a subtle smile. She is dressed in a dark top. Neither is seen wearing visible jewelry or holding any objects. In the background, the setting is indoors with dim lighting, partially revealing some shelves and indistinct objects that hint at a personal living space. A shadow is cast on the wall to the right, and there is a faint impression or flaw in the image at the bottom right corner.
Lynda Benglis, Herbert and Dorothy Vogel, c. 2002-2003, chromogenic print with applied gold leaf, Dorothy and Herbert Vogel Collection, 2007.6.197

Herbert and Dorothy Vogel

Lynda Benglis · c. 2002-2003 · chromogenic print with applied gold leaf ·  Accession ID  2007.6.197
The image shows concentric, circular shapes overlapping in the center of the canvas. The abstract forms resemble a cluster of bubbles or circular ripples. The arrangement of the shapes suggests movement and depth through varying shades of brown. The simplicity and repetition of the forms highlight the organic flow and harmony within the composition.
Lynda Benglis, Untitled, 1997/1998, brush and brown ink on tracing paper, Dorothy and Herbert Vogel Collection, 2007.6.251

Untitled

Lynda Benglis · 1997/1998 · brush and brown ink on tracing paper ·  Accession ID  2007.6.251
The image displays layered rectangles with soft, blurry edges against a textured paper background. The colors spread across the surfaces in vibrant shades of red, yellow, green, and blue, resembling watercolor pigments blending. The arrangement of colors and shapes suggest a transparent window or a fluid interpretation of a sunset sky. The interplay of colors creates a stained glass-like effect with light filtering through various hues.
Lynda Benglis, Untitled, 1997-1998, pigmented beeswax and damar resin on wove paper, Dorothy and Herbert Vogel Collection, 2007.6.249

Untitled

Lynda Benglis · 1997-1998 · pigmented beeswax and damar resin on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2007.6.249
The image displays squiggly and looping lines, alongside curved and jagged shapes arranged in an abstract manner. The lines and forms vary in thickness and are scattered across the canvas.
Lynda Benglis, Sculpture Center: Letterpress Print Edition, 1995, letterpress on Somerset paper, Gift of Werner H. and Sarah-Ann Kramarsky, 2001.143.18

Sculpture Center: Letterpress Print Edition

Lynda Benglis · 1995 · letterpress on Somerset paper ·  Accession ID  2001.143.18
The image features three circular shapes with intricate patterns and lines within them, set against a textured gray background. The largest circle contains petal-like shapes extending from a central round form. A medium-sized circle displays a pattern resembling an eye. The smallest circle includes segments divided by radiating lines. The composition connects familiar natural elements through simple geometrical shapes.
Lynda Benglis, Emblematic Study 4, 1993, brush and ink on recycled dark gray paper, Dorothy and Herbert Vogel Collection, 2007.6.245

Emblematic Study 4

Lynda Benglis · 1993 · brush and ink on recycled dark gray paper ·  Accession ID  2007.6.245
The image displays a circular shape with bold, intersecting lines and patches of color. Dominated by bright yellow and red brushstrokes, the shapes form a cross-like structure at the center. The surface is textured and uneven.
Lynda Benglis, Red Zip on Purple Cross, 1993-1994, purified pigmented beeswax and dammar resin on canvas, Dorothy and Herbert Vogel Collection, 2007.6.210

Red Zip on Purple Cross

Lynda Benglis · 1993-1994 · purified pigmented beeswax and dammar resin on canvas ·  Accession ID  2007.6.210
The sculpture is an abstract form made of shiny, metallic material. It has intricate folds and creases, giving the appearance of movement and fluidity. It is mounted against a plain background, highlighting its details and reflective surfaces. The angles and folds create contrasted shadows and highlights, adding visual complexity and depth to the piece.
Lynda Benglis, Jeantaud, 1986, aluminum wire mesh with sprayed zinc and aluminum, Corcoran Collection (Gift of the Women's Committee of the Corcoran Gallery of Art, and Museum Purchase with the aid of funds from the National Endowment for the Arts, 1988), 2015.19.3921

Jeantaud

Lynda Benglis · 1986 · aluminum wire mesh with sprayed zinc and aluminum ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3921
The sculpture is made of a translucent material with an irregular shape that includes various curves and folds. The surface of the sculpture displays a mix of colors, including pink, blue, and green, along with textured areas. The sculpture is placed on a smooth surface, creating a shadow underneath.
Lynda Benglis, Moonglow Four, 1985, sand-cast clear glass with phosphorescent pigment, powdered glass, and metal sheet, Dorothy and Herbert Vogel Collection, 2007.6.91

Moonglow Four

Lynda Benglis · 1985 · sand-cast clear glass with phosphorescent pigment, powdered glass, and metal sheet ·  Accession ID  2007.6.91