Glenn Ligon

American, born 1960

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This sculpture is made up of bold, uppercase neon letters forming the word "AMERICA" in two rows, with the letters on the bottom positioned upside down, as if they are a reflection of the top row. Some of the letters on the top row are also backwards. The glowing white neon tubes stand out against the dark gray background. Visible electrical cords hang from the letters down to the gray floor.
Glenn Ligon, Double America, 2012, neon and paint, Gift of Agnes Gund, 2013.37.1

Double America

Glenn Ligon · 2012 · neon and paint ·  Accession ID  2013.37.1

The image shows bold, rectangular letters arranged in a vertical stack, forming a compact geometric composition. The text reads "I AM A MAN" in a straightforward and assertive manner. The background is textured and subtly varied in shades of white and gray, enhancing the starkness of the black lettering.
Glenn Ligon, Condition Report, 2000, Iris print on paper, Gift of the Artist, 2013.9.1.a-b

Condition Report

Glenn Ligon · 2000 · Iris print on paper ·  Accession ID  2013.9.1.a-b

The image depicts a side profile of a person's head and shoulders, showing from the top of the head to the upper chest area. The person is positioned sideways, facing to the left of the frame. The individual's facial features are captured in profile; they have a clean-shaven head with closely cropped hair. Their facial structure is prominently visible, including the nose, lips, and ear. The person is wearing a dark-colored shirt, and the collar is visible. There are no visible jewelry or objects being held. The background is a plain, solid dark color.
Glenn Ligon, Self-Portrait (VIII), 1996, silkscreen ink on canvas, Corcoran Collection (Gift of the Women's Committee of the Corcoran Gallery of Art), 2015.19.5301

Self-Portrait (VIII)

Glenn Ligon · 1996 · silkscreen ink on canvas ·  Accession ID  2015.19.5301

The image shows the back of a person's head and upper shoulders. The individual is in an upright position facing away from the camera, revealing a bald head with smooth skin. The person is wearing a collared piece of clothing. The background is dark.
Glenn Ligon, Self-Portrait (X), 1996, silkscreen ink on canvas, Corcoran Collection (Gift of the Women's Committee of the Corcoran Gallery of Art), 2015.19.217

Self-Portrait (X)

Glenn Ligon · 1996 · silkscreen ink on canvas ·  Accession ID  2015.19.217

The image displays a drawing of a kneeling figure with raised hands in shackles, set against a plain background. Below the figure is text resembling a runaway slave advertisement, providing descriptive details.
Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers, Untitled, 1993, lithograph in black on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee and Luhring Augustine Gallery, 2010.57.1

Untitled

Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers · 1993 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2010.57.1

This is a drawing of a figure running with a bundle over its shoulder and a block of text below it. The illustration is rendered in a simple black-and-white style. The figure is depicted in profile, mid-stride, with exaggerated features that convey a sense of movement and urgency. Above the block of text, the figure appears to be wearing old-fashioned, striped clothing and is carrying a bundle tied to a stick. Below the image, there is a block of text formatted like an advertisement or notice, describing the attire and physical characteristics of an individual named Glenn, noted as a young black man, with specific details such as clothing style, build, and hairstyle. The text is set within a rectangular border. The composition juxtaposes the vintage illustration style with contemporary typographical design.
Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers, Untitled, 1993, lithograph in black on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee and Luhring Augustine Gallery, 2010.57.9

Untitled

Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers · 1993 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2010.57.9

This is a drawing featuring a black silhouette of a running figure and a block of text. The figure is depicted in a simple, sketch-like style, while the text below has a thick border. The text, which begins with a large letter 'R,' describes a young man named Oliver North. The person is depicted as being 5 feet tall with a medium build and is usually seen in casual attire, often wearing delicate glasses. The drawing is signed and dated, suggesting authorship or reproduction.
Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers, Untitled, 1993, lithograph in black on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee and Luhring Augustine Gallery, 2010.57.4

Untitled

Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers · 1993 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2010.57.4

This is a drawing of an illustration and descriptive text. The upper part shows a human figure kneeling with hands clasped in black and white. Below, there is a block of text in large font describing a person's physical characteristics and clothing, presented in a style resembling an advertisement or notice.
Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers, Untitled, 1993, lithograph in black on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee and Luhring Augustine Gallery, 2010.57.2

Untitled

Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers · 1993 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2010.57.2

The image shows the upper body of a person facing forwards. They have short, curly hair and prominent facial features marked by strong shadows. The individual is dressed formally with a buttoned jacket over a collared shirt. There is no jewelry or accessories visible. The background is plain white. Below the person, there is a block of text detailing information about someone named Glenn, with attention to text size and layout.
Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers, Untitled, 1993, lithograph in black on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee and Luhring Augustine Gallery, 2010.57.8

Untitled

Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers · 1993 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2010.57.8

This is a print of a textual and illustrative image. The top section contains a black and white illustration of a lone figure running with a sack slung over their shoulder, set against a backdrop of a bushy area. Below the illustration, in a rectangular frame, there is text describing a runaway individual, providing descriptive characteristics such as height, skin color, clothing, and accessories.
Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers, Untitled, 1993, lithograph in black on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee and Luhring Augustine Gallery, 2010.57.5

Untitled

Glenn Ligon, Max Protetch Gallery, Burnet Editions Master Printers · 1993 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2010.57.5

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