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Mrs. Joanna T. Steichen

Estate of Joanna Steichen

American, 1933 - 2010

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Edward Steichen, Study for "Le Tournesol (The Sunflower)", c. 1920, tempera and oil on canvas, Gift of Joanna T. Steichen, 2007.123.1

Study for "Le Tournesol (The Sunflower)"

Edward Steichen · c. 1920 · tempera and oil on canvas ·  Accession ID  2007.123.1

The image shows sharp geometric shapes and lines creating an abstract composition. In the foreground, a combination of triangles and trapezoids forms a stylized bird-like figure. The figure has a yellow triangular head and a body made of blue and black triangles. Above it, a red diagonal line intersects a green, folded shape resembling a bird. These shapes are set against a backdrop of rectangles and squares, implying a simple scene reminiscent of birds on a ledge or wire.
Edward Steichen, Madame X and Johnny Marine, c. 1922, opaque watercolor and ink over graphite on paperboard, Gift of Joanna T. Steichen, 2011.85.3

Madame X and Johnny Marine

Edward Steichen · c. 1922 · opaque watercolor and ink over graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  2011.85.3

The image features straight lines intersecting to create geometric patterns on a square canvas. The composition is a network of triangles and quadrilaterals formed by the intersecting lines. The layout resembles a spider's web or grid-like network, with lines extending diagonally and horizontally.
Edward Steichen, Study for "The Radio Gull", c. 1960, graphite on canvas board, Gift of Joanna T. Steichen, 2011.85.18

Study for "The Radio Gull"

Edward Steichen · c. 1960 · graphite on canvas board ·  Accession ID  2011.85.18

The image displays an abstract composition with a yellow triangular shape on a blue background. Below the shape, a thin green strip represents a horizon line. The artwork is encased in a light gray frame.
Edward Steichen, The Golden Meadowlark, c. 1922, watercolor and opaque watercolor and ink over graphite on paperboard, Gift of Joanna T. Steichen, 2011.85.15

The Golden Meadowlark

Edward Steichen · c. 1922 · watercolor and opaque watercolor and ink over graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  2011.85.15

The image displays geometric shapes such as rectangles, circles, and arcs arranged in a balanced and structured design. A large red vase-like form is positioned centrally, surrounded by smaller rectangular shapes. Above, a yellow circle is intersected by green and red shapes. The background features shades of green, orange, gold, and black in a patchwork design.
Edward Steichen, Rabbit (Le Tournesol), c. 1920, opaque watercolor, metallic paint, and graphite on paperboard, Gift of Joanna T. Steichen, 2011.85.16

Rabbit (Le Tournesol)

Edward Steichen · c. 1920 · opaque watercolor, metallic paint, and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  2011.85.16

The image shows a composition of straight lines forming a large arrow-like shape intersecting with a horizontal line against a pale background. The design features geometric elements resembling an arrowhead or a bird in flight. Light blue and off-white tones are predominantly used, creating a sense of tranquility. The simplistic lines suggest a minimalistic interpretation of direction or movement.
Edward Steichen, Study for "The Radio Gull", c. 1960, graphite and watercolor on canvas board, Gift of Joanna T. Steichen, 2011.85.17

Study for "The Radio Gull"

Edward Steichen · c. 1960 · graphite and watercolor on canvas board ·  Accession ID  2011.85.17

The image shows a collection of geometric shapes arranged in an abstract composition. In the center are overlapping triangles, including a red triangle pointing downward and a smaller green triangle pointing upward. Above the green triangle, a white and a lavender triangle converge. The background is split into a grey upper half and a black lower half.
Edward Steichen, Mushton Shlushley, the Lyric Poet and Aestheticurean, c. 1922, opaque watercolor and ink over graphite on paperboard, Gift of Joanna T. Steichen, 2011.85.1

Mushton Shlushley, the Lyric Poet and Aestheticurean

Edward Steichen · c. 1922 · opaque watercolor and ink over graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  2011.85.1

The image features various geometric shapes, including a large black triangle with one light gray side, a small white triangle on top, and a circular dot resembling an eye. The background consists of a blue rectangle at the top and a yellow rectangle at the bottom.
Edward Steichen, Thinkrates, the Philosopher, c. 1922, opaque watercolor and ink over graphite and red colored pencil on paperboard, Gift of Joanna T. Steichen, 2011.85.6

Thinkrates, the Philosopher

Edward Steichen · c. 1922 · opaque watercolor and ink over graphite and red colored pencil on paperboard ·  Accession ID  2011.85.6

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Study for "The Radio Gull"

Edward Steichen · c.1960 · graphite on tracing paper ·  Accession ID  2011.85.20

The image shows a large sharp triangular shape protruding horizontally from the right edge towards the center over a background divided into two distinct sections - a lighter blue upper portion and a darker blue lower part. A thick off-white border surrounds the central image.
Edward Steichen, The Radio Gull, c. 1922, opaque watercolor and ink over graphite on paperboard, Gift of Joanna T. Steichen, 2011.85.10

The Radio Gull

Edward Steichen · c. 1922 · opaque watercolor and ink over graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  2011.85.10