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Mr. Lionel C. Epstein

Epstein and Ms. Elizabeth Streicher, Lionel Mr.
Streicher and Mr. Lionel Epstein, Elizabeth Ms.

1924 - 2017

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El Lissitzky, Chad Gadya (The Tale of the Goat), 1919, illustrated book with color lithographs, Gift of Lionel C. Epstein and Family, 2000.100.1

Chad Gadya (The Tale of the Goat)

El Lissitzky · 1919 · illustrated book with color lithographs ·  Accession ID  2000.100.1

The image displays swirling, textured shapes with bold lines and forms. The word "VOICE" is featured prominently at the bottom in bold letters. A spoon is visible on the right.
Jasper Johns, Zigmunds Priede, Donn Steward, Timothy Huchthausen, Universal Limited Art Editions, Voice, 1966-1967, lithograph on J. Whatman paper, Gift of Lionel C. and Elizabeth P.S. Epstein, 1995.82.11

Voice

Jasper Johns, Zigmunds Priede, Donn Steward, Timothy Huchthausen, Universal Limited Art Editions · 1966-1967 · lithograph on J. Whatman paper ·  Accession ID  1995.82.11

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Garrity's Necklace

Jim Dine · 1986 · color etching and drypoint on handmade John Koller paper ·  Accession ID  2000.167.1

The image depicts a standing person. The person's right hand is on their hip and the left arm is by their side. The person's facial features include slightly parted lips, a nose, and eyes. The hair is shoulder-length and curly. The person is naked. The drawing emphasizes the lines and shadows of the body. The background is plain paper.
Max Klinger, Standing Nude, 1914, black chalk with gouache on brown paper, Gift of Lionel C. Epstein, 1984.59.1

Standing Nude

Max Klinger · 1914 · black chalk with gouache on brown paper ·  Accession ID  1984.59.1

Edvard Munch, The Vampire (Vampyr), 1895, color lithograph and woodcut with watercolor [trial proof], Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund and Gift of Lionel C. Epstein, 1972.21.1

The Vampire (Vampyr)

Edvard Munch · 1895 · color lithograph and woodcut with watercolor [trial proof] ·  Accession ID  1972.21.1

The image shows a series of undulating, wavy lines and curves creating an abstract design. The central form resembles the silhouette of a reclining human figure, elongated and flowing with the surrounding lines. Below this form, there is a structure that resembles a face with distinct horizontal features suggesting eyes and a nose. The composition is set against a warm reddish-orange backdrop, evoking the impression of organic shapes or a landscape with flowing patterns enveloping the central figure.
Edvard Munch, In the Man's Brain (I mannens gjerne), 1897, black chalk rubbing from woodblock heightened with brush and black ink on red-orange paper, Epstein Family Fund and the Director's Discretionary Fund, 2000.142.1.b

In the Man's Brain (I mannens gjerne)

Edvard Munch · 1897 · black chalk rubbing from woodblock heightened with brush and black ink on red-orange paper ·  Accession ID  2000.142.1.b

The image depicts a person walking forward in a stylized painted or illustrated manner. The person has an oval face with angular features and short, neatly combed hair. They are wearing a bright red uniform-like outfit with gold epaulettes on the shoulders, gold detailing on the chest, and holding objects resembling small bouquets or clusters of leaves in each hand. Above them are two grand chandeliers painted in a loose, impressionistic style, with light tones and reflective elements. The background is a deep, textured green.
Arnold Mesches, The Three Chandeliers, 1987, acrylic on canvas, Gift of Lionel C. and Elizabeth P.S. Epstein, 1994.83.1

The Three Chandeliers

Arnold Mesches · 1987 · acrylic on canvas ·  Accession ID  1994.83.1

The image depicts an upper-body portrait of a man seated in a three-quarter view, facing towards the right. The man has a lined face with a sharp facial structure, a full beard, and short, curly hair. He is wearing a dark robe, with only his left hand resting on a surface visible. The background is a textured surface resembling a wall, with the name "MICHEL ANGELO BVONARRVOTTI" inscribed along the top. The image is monochromatic with varying shades of black and tan.
Emil Orlik, Michelangelo Buonarroti, 1911, etching and aquatint on buff Japanese paper, Purchased in Memory of Lionel C. Epstein, 2019.65.3

Michelangelo Buonarroti

Emil Orlik · 1911 · etching and aquatint on buff Japanese paper ·  Accession ID  2019.65.3

This painting shows wavy lines surrounding a face with simple angular features. The face is at the bottom of the painting, and the lines seem to come from it like hair. Above the face is a shape resembling a woman swimming or diving into the water, her arms stretched towards the right and her feet on the left. The background is a solid orange-brown color. Below the painting is a line of text.
Edvard Munch, In a Man's Brain, c. 1897, brush and black ink on red-orange paper, Epstein Family Fund and the Director's Discretionary Fund, 2000.142.1.a

In a Man's Brain

Edvard Munch · c. 1897 · brush and black ink on red-orange paper ·  Accession ID  2000.142.1.a

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On the Tower (Auf dem Turm): pl. 30

Max Klinger · 1915 · etching and aquatint ·  Accession ID  2001.132.97