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Adolf Dehn

Dehn, Adolph Arthur

American, 1895 - 1968

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This is a drawing of an urban street scene at night. Figures with exaggerated features occupy a dimly lit street corner under streetlamps. The setting is a city sidewalk, with multiple figures positioned across the composition, seemingly interacting with their environment or one another. The use of shading and contrast heightens the mysterious and somewhat surreal atmosphere, providing depth to the night scene.
Adolf Dehn, We Speak English, 1928, lithograph in black on wove paper, Gift of Virginia Dehn, 2005.121.17

We Speak English

Adolf Dehn · 1928 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2005.121.17

This is a drawing of a scene in a cabaret or theater setting. It features a bustling environment filled with whimsical characters seated at tables, a stage performance, and musicians playing instruments. The line work creates an expressive atmosphere. The stage is decorated with drapes and hanging lanterns. There are people at tables in the foreground and background, each with distinct facial features and postures. Musicians are playing string instruments, adding to the lively ambiance of the drawing.
Adolf Dehn, Tabarin, Wien, 1922, pen and black ink on wove paper, Gift of Virginia Dehn, 2005.121.14

Tabarin, Wien

Adolf Dehn · 1922 · pen and black ink on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2005.121.14

The image shows a man playing a banjo while seated on a chair. He has a mustache and wears a cap, long coat, and has a sign saying "I AM BLIND" attached to a box on his lap. He also wears a watch on his left wrist. On the ground next to him is a triangular object on a book. The background is textured with lines and shading.
Adolf Dehn, Blind Beggar, 1926, drypoint in black on wove paper, Gift of Virginia Dehn, 2005.121.2

Blind Beggar

Adolf Dehn · 1926 · drypoint in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2005.121.2

The image shows multiple figures walking along a path on a grassy landscape sloping towards a body of water. The sky above is filled with clouds, and in the distance are hills or mountains. Brushstrokes are broad, with expressive texture in the figures' clothing and the foliage. The color palette includes greens, browns, blues, whites, and darker tones. The figures, closest to us, wear white and carry baskets. The path has pink and green vegetation. Farther away, there are water bodies, hills, and a clear sky, creating a serene view.
Adolf Dehn, Haitian Procession, 1956, watercolor and gouache on wove paper, Gift of Virginia Dehn, 2005.121.6

Haitian Procession

Adolf Dehn · 1956 · watercolor and gouache on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2005.121.6

This image depicts two figures dancing on stage with an audience in the background. The figures are painted in vivid pink and yellow colors, holding green bottles above their heads. They wear fluffy, frilled garments. In the background, there are onlookers rendered in subdued tones with simplistic facial features. The painting uses broad brushstrokes and contrasting colors to convey a sense of motion and excitement. It is created in the style of Reginald Marsh.
Adolf Dehn, Top Hatted Girls, 1947, watercolor and gouache on wove paper, Gift of Virginia Dehn, 2005.121.16

Top Hatted Girls

Adolf Dehn · 1947 · watercolor and gouache on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2005.121.16

The image shows a detailed illustration of several people seated in a bar setting. At the top center, a woman in a sparkly dress is on a barstool, holding a cocktail glass. Surrounding her are other individuals with exaggerated facial features. To the left, a person with a pencil mustache stands behind her. Below them, two men are engaged in conversation. To the right, a person with quilted curls is partially visible. In the lower section, a bald man with round glasses and a woman with frizzy hair are depicted. The setting includes wooden paneling and a bar counter.
Adolf Dehn, Bar Americain, 1928, pen and black ink on wove paper, Gift of Virginia Dehn, 2005.121.1

Bar Americain

Adolf Dehn · 1928 · pen and black ink on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2005.121.1

The image shows an illustration of a person seated on a chair in a side profile, playing a guitar-like instrument. The person has distinct facial features including a prominent chin, a noticeable nose, a mustache, and glasses. They are wearing a cap, long coat, and shoes. A sign around their neck reads "BLIND." A small stool with a cup and a wooden board with chess-like pieces is nearby. The background is plain.
Adolf Dehn, Blind Beggar, c. 1926, pen and black ink on wove paper, Gift of Virginia Dehn, 2005.121.3

Blind Beggar

Adolf Dehn · c. 1926 · pen and black ink on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2005.121.3

This is a drawing of a storefront with various signs advertising sales and prices. It shows clothing items, signage with bold lettering like "YES WE S ABSOL" and "YOUR Choise 198", clothing racks, sale prices like "59" and "69", mannequins or figures, and a sketch-like style with freehand black ink on a beige background.
Adolf Dehn, Shop on 14th Street (NYC), 1929, pen and black ink on wove paper, Gift of Virginia Dehn, 2005.121.13

Shop on 14th Street (NYC)

Adolf Dehn · 1929 · pen and black ink on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2005.121.13

The image shows a cream-colored page with centered black text that reads, "PARIS LITHOGRAPHS" at the top and "ADOLF DEHN" below it.
Adolf Dehn, Atelier Desjobert, Paris Lithographs, 1928, portfolio of ten lithographs in black on Rives paper, Gift of Virginia Dehn, 2005.121.10.1-10

Paris Lithographs

Adolf Dehn, Atelier Desjobert · 1928 · portfolio of ten lithographs in black on Rives paper ·  Accession ID  2005.121.10.1-10

The image depicts a landscape with a body of water extending towards undulating mountains. The horizon divides the mountains and the sky. Some mountains have snow or lighter shades. The sky has swirling clouds, and the colors are black, white, and gray. Vegetation and a tree are in the foreground, leading towards the lake and mountains.
Adolf Dehn, Cloudy Morning over the Lake, 1931, lithograph in black on chine collé on wove paper, Gift of Virginia Dehn, 2005.121.4

Cloudy Morning over the Lake

Adolf Dehn · 1931 · lithograph in black on chine collé on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2005.121.4