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James Rosenquist

Rosenquist, James Albert

American, 1933 - 2017

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The image depicts a composition of jagged and curvilinear shapes intersecting and overlapping. The abstract arrangement suggests slender, pointed objects woven in a structured yet chaotic manner. Some shapes have serrated edges resembling a saw or thorns, while others mimic the curves of a leaf or petal. Light and shadow highlight the textures and depths, creating a sense of dynamic movement within the image.
James Rosenquist, Patrick Foy, Graphicstudio, The Prickly Dark, 1987 (published 1989), aquatint in black on folded T. H. Saunders wove paper, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida and the Artist, 1989.90.4

The Prickly Dark

James Rosenquist, Patrick Foy, Graphicstudio · 1987 (published 1989) · aquatint in black on folded T. H. Saunders wove paper ·  Accession ID  1989.90.4

The image displays a composition of curves and lines intersecting on a red background. The abstract artwork suggests floral forms, resembling lilies or orchids in the layered textures and colors. The shapes resemble petals and leaves, while the green and pink accents add vibrancy. The artwork creates a visual connection to natural beauty in an abstract style.
James Rosenquist, Tom Pruitt, Graphicstudio, Sister Shrieks, 1987 (published 1989), cut-and-pasted color lithograph and color monoprint on Arches wove paper, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida and the Artist, 1989.90.6

Sister Shrieks

James Rosenquist, Tom Pruitt, Graphicstudio · 1987 (published 1989) · cut-and-pasted color lithograph and color monoprint on Arches wove paper ·  Accession ID  1989.90.6

The image depicts swirling lines and shapes in an abstract arrangement against an orange background. The forms resemble large blossoming flowers with white petals accented by grey, magenta, and yellow centers, and green leaves. The curved lines within the petals add texture to the composition.
James Rosenquist, Graphicstudio, Template for "Sister Shrieks", 1987, acrylic and graphite on two sheets of adhered plastic film, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida and the Artist, 1991.75.167

Template for "Sister Shrieks"

James Rosenquist, Graphicstudio · 1987 · acrylic and graphite on two sheets of adhered plastic film ·  Accession ID  1991.75.167

There is a large blue bottle with a red apple inside it at the center of the image. It is surrounded by a vivid red watercolor background. The color palette consists of bright red, light blue, and white. The blue bottle and red apple are centrally positioned, with the strong red background filling the space around them.
James Rosenquist, Kenneth Farley, Sarah Todd, Gemini G.E.L., Blood in Warm Water, 1980 - 1982, published 1982, color aquatint on Somerset Satin wove paper, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 1988.74.136

Blood in Warm Water

James Rosenquist, Kenneth Farley, Sarah Todd, Gemini G.E.L. · 1980 - 1982, published 1982 · color aquatint on Somerset Satin wove paper ·  Accession ID  1988.74.136

The image showcases wavy, swirling lines and shapes layered on a background of diagonal red and white stripes. The artwork includes elements resembling flowing hair or fabric with bold strokes of orange, red, yellow, and blue, alongside a cluster of dots at the top. The vibrant colors and curvy lines could suggest a dynamic figure caught in motion, with varied textures and patterns reminiscent of familiar object forms like cascading water or a colorful ribbon dance captured mid-movement.
Roy Lichtenstein, Graphicstudio, Nude, 1987/1989, color waxtype, woodcut, lithograph, and screenprint on Saunders Waterford paper, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida and the Artist, 1989.56.11

Nude

Roy Lichtenstein, Graphicstudio · 1987/1989 · color waxtype, woodcut, lithograph, and screenprint on Saunders Waterford paper ·  Accession ID  1989.56.11

The image shows diagonal lines slicing the canvas to form elongated triangles. A collage of vibrant colors and textures creates an abstract piece resembling an eye and facial features. The eye has a vivid blue iris peering through overlapping stripes. The blend of colors adds depth, like layers of a landscape through a fragmented lens. Shapes and colors combine to create a familiar yet abstract composition.
James Rosenquist, Alan Holoubek, Tom Pruitt, Graphicstudio, Flowers and Females, 1986 (published 1987), cut-and-pasted color lithograph on Arches 88 wove paper and color monoprint on T. H. Saunders wove paper, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida and the Artist, 1989.90.5

Flowers and Females

James Rosenquist, Alan Holoubek, Tom Pruitt, Graphicstudio · 1986 (published 1987) · cut-and-pasted color lithograph on Arches 88 wove paper and color monoprint on T. H. Saunders wove paper ·  Accession ID  1989.90.5

The image shows a sketched outline of a bottle in the center, surrounded by sepia tones. Splatters of sepia color are scattered around the sketch.
James Rosenquist, Doris Simmelink, Gemini G.E.L., Krapp's Banana, 1980 - 1982, published 1982, aquatint and drypoint in brown on Somerset Satin paper, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 1988.74.135

Krapp's Banana

James Rosenquist, Doris Simmelink, Gemini G.E.L. · 1980 - 1982, published 1982 · aquatint and drypoint in brown on Somerset Satin paper ·  Accession ID  1988.74.135

There is a circular bottle on a textured surface with crumpled paper. The colors in the image include shades of blue and white, with the bottle lying horizontally in the center.
James Rosenquist, Doris Simmelink, Sarah Todd, Gemini G.E.L., Paper Head on a Nuclear Pillow, 1982, color aquatint on Somerset Satin wove paper, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 1988.74.131

Paper Head on a Nuclear Pillow

James Rosenquist, Doris Simmelink, Sarah Todd, Gemini G.E.L. · 1982 · color aquatint on Somerset Satin wove paper ·  Accession ID  1988.74.131

There is a large, detailed depiction of a bottle set against a solid dark blue background with a series of concentric white rings emanating outward. The bottle is colored with a mix of green, pink, and orange hues, contrasting with the dark background. Positioned centrally within the frame, the bottle stretches vertically from the bottom towards the upper part of the image, with the circular rings surrounding it increasing in size as they move toward the image edges.
James Rosenquist, Kenneth Farley, Patrick Foy, Gemini G.E.L., While the Earth Revolves at Night, 1982, color aquatint on Somerset Satin wove paper, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 1988.74.133

While the Earth Revolves at Night

James Rosenquist, Kenneth Farley, Patrick Foy, Gemini G.E.L. · 1982 · color aquatint on Somerset Satin wove paper ·  Accession ID  1988.74.133

The image shows a potted plant with large green leaves in a purple vase against a bright red background. The color palette includes vibrant shades of red, green, purple, and white. The vase is placed in the center of the image, with its leaves reaching towards the top of the red background.
James Rosenquist, Doris Simmelink, Sarah Todd, Gemini G.E.L., On Stage, 1980 - 1982, published 1982, color aquatint and drypoint on Somerset Satin wove paper, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 1988.74.137

On Stage

James Rosenquist, Doris Simmelink, Sarah Todd, Gemini G.E.L. · 1980 - 1982, published 1982 · color aquatint and drypoint on Somerset Satin wove paper ·  Accession ID  1988.74.137