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Mr. Charles Parkhurst

1913 - 1995

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The image displays a series of concentric squares in orange, brown, and light gray against a white backdrop. The composition creates an optical effect resembling a tunnel or target, drawing the viewer's eye towards the center. The clean, geometric lines and contrasting colors suggest simplicity and structure, similar to minimalistic design or a digital interface.
Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Arctic Bloom from Homage to the Square: Soft Edge—Hard Edge, 1965, color screenprint on Rives BFK wove paper, Gift of Charles Parkhurst in memory of William C. Seitz, 1981.81.1.8

Arctic Bloom from Homage to the Square: Soft Edge—Hard Edge

Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman · 1965 · color screenprint on Rives BFK wove paper ·  Accession ID  1981.81.1.8

The image displays three concentric squares of different colors - green, gray, and blue-gray. The squares are arranged in a structured manner, showcasing clean lines and geometric shapes typically associated with abstract art.
Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Pending from Homage to the Square: Soft Edge—Hard Edge, 1965, color screenprint on Rives BFK wove paper, Gift of Charles Parkhurst in memory of William C. Seitz, 1981.81.1.9

Pending from Homage to the Square: Soft Edge—Hard Edge

Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman · 1965 · color screenprint on Rives BFK wove paper ·  Accession ID  1981.81.1.9

The image shows concentric squares in warm hues transitioning from mustard yellow to deep brown in a layered effect. The composition resembles a simplified target design, creating a tunnel-like or framed appearance with a central focus.
Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Golden Gate from Homage to the Square: Soft Edge—Hard Edge, 1965, color screenprint on Rives BFK wove paper, Gift of Charles Parkhurst in memory of William C. Seitz, 1981.81.1.1

Golden Gate from Homage to the Square: Soft Edge—Hard Edge

Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman · 1965 · color screenprint on Rives BFK wove paper ·  Accession ID  1981.81.1.1

The image shows a series of concentric squares in different shades of green, creating a sense of depth. The squares transition from a deep teal in the center to lighter green hues towards the outer edges. The pattern resembles a series of boxes nested within each other, creating a tunnel-like effect. The image has a minimalist aesthetic with clean lines and uniform shapes, focusing on color and form in abstract art.
Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Emeraude from Homage to the Square: Soft Edge—Hard Edge, 1965, color screenprint on Rives BFK wove paper, Gift of Charles Parkhurst in memory of William C. Seitz, 1981.81.1.6

Emeraude from Homage to the Square: Soft Edge—Hard Edge

Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman · 1965 · color screenprint on Rives BFK wove paper ·  Accession ID  1981.81.1.6

The image depicts a series of nested squares with varying shades of dark tones, forming a geometric pattern. The squares gradually darken towards the center.
Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Profundo from Homage to the Square: Soft Edge—Hard Edge, 1965, color screenprint on Rives BFK wove paper, Gift of Charles Parkhurst in memory of William C. Seitz, 1981.81.1.7

Profundo from Homage to the Square: Soft Edge—Hard Edge

Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman · 1965 · color screenprint on Rives BFK wove paper ·  Accession ID  1981.81.1.7

The image shows four nested squares in different colors arranged in a concentric pattern. The colors transition from blue to dark green, to dark gray, and finally black at the center.
Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Porta Negra from Homage to the Square: Soft Edge—Hard Edge, 1965, color screenprint on Rives BFK wove paper, Gift of Charles Parkhurst in memory of William C. Seitz, 1981.81.1.5

Porta Negra from Homage to the Square: Soft Edge—Hard Edge

Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman · 1965 · color screenprint on Rives BFK wove paper ·  Accession ID  1981.81.1.5

This image shows a series of nested squares aligned concentrically within each other. The composition features abstract layers of color ranging from light gray to slightly darker gray, giving the appearance of depth and perspective. The central square is the smallest, enclosed within a larger square, and surrounded by another larger square. The entire composition is bordered by a broad off-white margin.
Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Nacre from Homage to the Square: Soft Edge—Hard Edge, 1965, color screenprint on Rives BFK wove paper, Gift of Charles Parkhurst in memory of William C. Seitz, 1981.81.1.3

Nacre from Homage to the Square: Soft Edge—Hard Edge

Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman · 1965 · color screenprint on Rives BFK wove paper ·  Accession ID  1981.81.1.3

The image shows a composition of concentric squares. Each square is neatly nested inside the next. The outermost square is deep purple, framing a smaller dark red square, and an even smaller brown square at the center. The use of varied shades and sizes creates an abstract visual effect. The arrangement of squares might bring to mind a sequence of stacked picture frames or layers of matting.
Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Palatial from Homage to the Square: Soft Edge—Hard Edge, 1965, color screenprint on Rives BFK wove paper, Gift of Charles Parkhurst in memory of William C. Seitz, 1981.81.1.2

Palatial from Homage to the Square: Soft Edge—Hard Edge

Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman · 1965 · color screenprint on Rives BFK wove paper ·  Accession ID  1981.81.1.2

The image shows a series of nested squares with clean, straight lines creating a layered effect. The squares use varying warm colors, with each square a different size. The central square is a vibrant golden orange, surrounded by progressively larger squares in softer shades of peach and mustard yellow. The overall image is an exploration of geometric forms and color contrasts.
Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Arrived from Homage to the Square: Soft Edge—Hard Edge, 1965, color screenprint on Rives BFK wove paper, Gift of Charles Parkhurst in memory of William C. Seitz, 1981.81.1.10

Arrived from Homage to the Square: Soft Edge—Hard Edge

Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman · 1965 · color screenprint on Rives BFK wove paper ·  Accession ID  1981.81.1.10

The image shows concentric squares in varying shades of black, creating a bold geometric pattern.
Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman, Late from Homage to the Square: Soft Edge—Hard Edge, 1965, color screenprint on Rives BFK wove paper, Gift of Charles Parkhurst in memory of William C. Seitz, 1981.81.1.4

Late from Homage to the Square: Soft Edge—Hard Edge

Josef Albers, Sirocco Screenprints, Ives-Sillman · 1965 · color screenprint on Rives BFK wove paper ·  Accession ID  1981.81.1.4