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Barbara Fendrick

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The image displays a swirling array of colors in shades of deep blue, green, and orange. The colors blend seamlessly to create an abstract composition with dark outer edges framing a brighter central mass.
Sam Gilliam, Fire (artist proof), 1971, color lithograph on Japanese paper (horizontal variant), Gift of Barbara Fendrick in memory of Daniel Fendrick, 2008.130.3

Fire (artist proof)

Sam Gilliam · 1971 · color lithograph on Japanese paper (horizontal variant) ·  Accession ID  2008.130.3

The image displays irregular, sinuous white lines and shapes across various shades of green. The lines overlay the green background, creating an abstract visual. The green background is textured and mottled.
Sam Gilliam, Fire (artist proof), 1971, color lithograph on Japanese paper (green variant), Gift of Barbara Fendrick in memory of Daniel Fendrick, 2008.130.2

Fire (artist proof)

Sam Gilliam · 1971 · color lithograph on Japanese paper (green variant) ·  Accession ID  2008.130.2

The image shows a canvas with irregular, organic shapes blending into one another to create a dynamic arrangement of colors. The composition features shades of red, orange, green, blue, and purple creating an abstract artwork.
Sam Gilliam, Fire (artist proof), 1971, folded color lithograph on Japanese paper, Gift of Barbara Fendrick in memory of Daniel Fendrick, 2008.130.4

Fire (artist proof)

Sam Gilliam · 1971 · folded color lithograph on Japanese paper ·  Accession ID  2008.130.4

The image features rectangular and quadrilateral shapes defined by overlapping lines, creating an abstract composition. The central rectangle is filled with a gradient of colors blending from earthy greens to blues and hints of yellow, bordered by a splattered pattern resembling colorful clouds or watercolor blotches.
Sam Gilliam, Wave, 1971, color lithograph on four pieces of foil mounted on wove paper, Gift of Barbara Fendrick in memory of Daniel Fendrick, 2008.130.1

Wave

Sam Gilliam · 1971 · color lithograph on four pieces of foil mounted on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2008.130.1

The image displays an abstract composition with various colors and shapes. Some areas have red hues with blue, green, pink, and orange surrounding them. The shapes resemble sponges or clouds, and the mix of light and dark colors creates a dynamic scene. The overall texture of the image can be likened to marbled paper or a rocky surface.
Sam Gilliam, Fire, 1972, color lithograph on Japanese paper, Luhring Augustine Gallery and Bridgewater Associates Funds, 2009.46.1

Fire

Sam Gilliam · 1972 · color lithograph on Japanese paper ·  Accession ID  2009.46.1