Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest

Dutch, 1876 - 1923

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The artwork consists of bold, black shapes and lines forming an abstract composition. The lines twist and curve, creating a sense of movement. Some shapes resemble waves or organic forms. The use of negative space enhances the interplay between the dark shapes and the lighter background, giving the artwork a visual impact.
Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest, Composition, 1921, linocut in black on laid paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.275

Composition

Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest · 1921 · linocut in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2012.92.275
The image displays a collection of bold, angular, and curved shapes woven into a complex pattern. The dark and light contrasts create shapes resembling a bridge over water, with strands resembling grass or reeds. The interlocking forms evoke a landscape with a bridge, houses with triangular rooftops, and vertical lines resembling tall plants.
Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest, Bridge, 1916, woodcut in black on Japan paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.276

Bridge

Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest · 1916 · woodcut in black on Japan paper ·  Accession ID  2012.92.276
The image shows a series of structured terraces zigzagging upwards towards angular mountain peaks in the background. The terraces rise sharply, adding depth and perspective. The style appears to be a woodcut technique with bold lines and dark shading. The color palette is monochromatic, using black and the natural beige of the paper. Light and shadow enhance the angular and stepped composition.
Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest, Fjord, 1916, woodcut in black on Japan paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.25

Fjord

Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest · 1916 · woodcut in black on Japan paper ·  Accession ID  2012.92.25
The image displays bold, overlapping lines and shapes forming an intricate design. It combines circular, angular, and wavy lines, suggesting a complex harmony. A central portion features curved, layered lines resembling a seashell or concentric rings. Surrounding this center are jagged, stepped edges and zigzag patterns reminiscent of a city skyline or gears. Light and shadow play create a dynamic tension within the design.
Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest, Still Life, 1916, woodcut in black on Japan paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.274

Still Life

Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest · 1916 · woodcut in black on Japan paper ·  Accession ID  2012.92.274
The image shows a collection of bold, dark geometric shapes and lines contrasted with lighter areas, creating an abstract composition. The angular and triangular forms suggest boats. The lines at the bottom resemble waves or reflections.
Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest, Boats, 1915, woodcut in black on Japan paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.754

Boats

Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest · 1915 · woodcut in black on Japan paper ·  Accession ID  2012.92.754
The image depicts sharp, angular shapes and lines arranged in a pattern that forms an abstract composition. Dark triangular and rectangular forms contrast with lighter spaces, creating a fragmented design resembling a city skyline or jagged mountain peaks. The arrangement suggests connections to natural and urban landscapes, with elements resembling tall structures and converging lines akin to architectural forms or geological features.
Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest, Stylized Sailboats, 1915, woodcut in black on Japan paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.278

Stylized Sailboats

Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest · 1915 · woodcut in black on Japan paper ·  Accession ID  2012.92.278
The image displays an array of bold lines and jagged shapes forming an abstract composition. Black lines create partitions filled with rich colors resembling stained glass sections. The colors - red, green, yellow, and blue - form shapes that may suggest a landscape with a river, hills, and a dynamic sky. The composition resembles a puzzle with irregular pieces, encouraging viewers to find familiar objects within the abstraction.
Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest, Composition, 1914/1915, color woodcut on Japan paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.273

Composition

Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest · 1914/1915 · color woodcut on Japan paper ·  Accession ID  2012.92.273
The image shows interlocking triangles and curved shapes. Green triangular forms rise upward against a black background. There is a red boat-like shape and blue zigzag shapes at the bottom, with orange arcs hinting at a sun. Rounded shapes on the side resemble leafy tree canopies.
Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest, Boat and Trees, 1914, woodcut in black, hand colored with watercolor, on Japan paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.270

Boat and Trees

Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest · 1914 · woodcut in black, hand colored with watercolor, on Japan paper ·  Accession ID  2012.92.270
The image consists of bold, angular lines and shapes against a vibrant background. Thick black outlines create geometric forms resembling sails or flags. The composition features contrasting colors, including a warm orange background and cool blues and reds in the foreground.
Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest, Landscape with a Sun, c. 1915, color woodcut on Japan paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.277

Landscape with a Sun

Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest · c. 1915 · color woodcut on Japan paper ·  Accession ID  2012.92.277
The image displays a series of bold, black geometric shapes and jagged lines against a light background, creating strong contrast. The artwork resembles fragmented patterns without clear subject matter, allowing viewers to interpret the shapes and lines in their own way.
Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest, Tree, c. 1915, woodcut in black on Japan paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.272

Tree

Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest · c. 1915 · woodcut in black on Japan paper ·  Accession ID  2012.92.272