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Keyser Sketchbook

Robert Keyser · 1995 · sketchbook with 60 drawings in watercolor and ink on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2000.101.10.1-60

The image shows bold, black lines and shapes on a textured background. At the top, swirling lines form a circular shape, surrounded by dashed lines. Beneath this, a jagged line runs horizontally, intersected by a triangular shape.
Robert Keyser, Inventor, 1994, color woodcut on ochre wove paper, Gift of Wally Reinhardt, 2000.101.2

Inventor

Robert Keyser · 1994 · color woodcut on ochre wove paper ·  Accession ID  2000.101.2

The image displays a square composition with black lines weaving throughout, framed by a blue border on three sides. The lines twist and turn to create abstract shapes, some resembling a jigsaw puzzle or tangled wires. Some areas suggest familiar forms like a bow tie or a lasso around a circular shape. The piece evokes an abstract interplay between confinement and spontaneity, emphasized by the structured frame and erratic lines.
Robert Keyser, Portal, 1993, color woodcut on wove paper, Gift of Wally Reinhardt, 2000.101.6

Portal

Robert Keyser · 1993 · color woodcut on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2000.101.6

The image shows thin, black lines and shapes on a white background, arranged in an abstract pattern. The lines curve and flow across the page, sometimes joining to suggest outlines resembling figures or profiles, while in other areas they separate into smaller segments. Some parts of the composition loosely resemble a bird's wing or folded fabric.
Robert Keyser, Ur-Var 3, 1976, etching on wove paper, Gift of Wally Reinhardt, 2000.101.16

Ur-Var 3

Robert Keyser · 1976 · etching on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2000.101.16

The image displays black lines forming an irregular abstract shape, with grey triangular and trapezoidal forms at the bottom. Two thick red lines frame the top and bottom of the composition.
Robert Keyser, Oriental Landscape, 1998, color woodcut on wove paper, Gift of Wally Reinhardt, 2000.101.5

Oriental Landscape

Robert Keyser · 1998 · color woodcut on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2000.101.5

The image displays an abstract composition with angular and curved lines, color patches in shades of pink and beige, and various irregular shapes. There is a central tilted envelope-like form surrounded by other shapes resembling folded paper. In the top right corner, there is a small outlined area resembling trees or bushes. The artwork may be reminiscent of architectural sketches or topographical maps.
Robert Keyser, Transformation with Wild Man, 1990, color etching and aquatint on wove paper, Gift of Wally Reinhardt, 2000.101.14

Transformation with Wild Man

Robert Keyser · 1990 · color etching and aquatint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2000.101.14

The image displays a series of thick, black lines and shapes intersecting and curving in an abstract manner. These lines form a central figure resembling a person in motion. The arching black lines above and beside the figure suggest a doorway or an incomplete rectangle, framing the form. Below, three parallel horizontal lines add to the composition, resembling a platform or stage.
Robert Keyser, Skater, 1994, color woodcut on wove paper, Gift of Wally Reinhardt, 2000.101.9

Skater

Robert Keyser · 1994 · color woodcut on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2000.101.9

The image shows thick, wavy turquoise lines forming an abstract rectangular shape with a break in continuity. Two solid black, short linear segments intersect the turquoise lines at right angles. The design suggests pathways or border outlines within a garden maze. Two thin, parallel grey lines create a border around the central shape.
Robert Keyser, Untitled, 1998, color woodcut on wove paper, Gift of Wally Reinhardt, 2000.101.15

Untitled

Robert Keyser · 1998 · color woodcut on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2000.101.15

The image contains various lines and geometric shapes intersecting to form fluid forms, creating an abstract composition. In the upper section, there is a red triangular shape above two vertical lines. On the left, a complex, curving shape is connected to the triangular form. Below, there is a red, intricate, lace-like shape next to simplistic line drawings that may resemble humanoid or animal figures.
Robert Keyser, Art History Number One, 1990, color etching and aquatint with collage on wove paper, Gift of Wally Reinhardt, 2000.101.1

Art History Number One

Robert Keyser · 1990 · color etching and aquatint with collage on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2000.101.1

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Keyser Sketchbook

Robert Keyser · 1976-1996 · sketchbook with 109 drawings in various media on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2000.101.11.1-109