Carl Morris

American, born 1911

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The image shows a central, irregular shape with rough edges and a textured surface in contrasting tones of white and earthy browns set against a solid black background. The abstract form resembles a weathered fragment of ancient parchment or a rugged piece of bark.
Carl Morris, Flight, 1962, 6-color lithograph (stone and zinc) on Rives BFK paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1964.8.2407

Flight

Carl Morris · 1962 · 6-color lithograph (stone and zinc) on Rives BFK paper ·  Accession ID  1964.8.2407
The image displays a variety of lines and geometric shapes, such as rectangles and angles, creating an abstract composition. On the left, there are vertical blocks in shades of yellow, white, green, and dark hues. On the right, there are angular and intersecting lines forming a complex network resembling roads or pathways on a map, with muted tones and occasional bright accents. The abstract nature of the artwork allows viewers to draw parallels to familiar objects like city landscapes or complex circuits.
Carl Morris, Panel II, 1962, 7-color lithoraph (zinc) on Nacre paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1964.8.2410

Panel II

Carl Morris · 1962 · 7-color lithoraph (zinc) on Nacre paper ·  Accession ID  1964.8.2410
The image displays abstract shapes and lines in shades of yellow, black, white, and red on a textured background that varies between ochre and deep gray. On the left side, a shape resembling jagged paper or a note with fragmented lines shooting outward. To the right, a larger area of black and white smudges resembles a chalkboard with partially erased scribbles. A small patch of complex, colorful textures on the far right resembles a squared-off piece of abstract art pinned on a wall. The composition blends these elements into an abstract representation suggestive of a workspace or study area.
Carl Morris, Panel I, 1962, 8-color lithoraph (zinc) on Nacre paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1964.8.2409

Panel I

Carl Morris · 1962 · 8-color lithoraph (zinc) on Nacre paper ·  Accession ID  1964.8.2409
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Floe

Carl Morris · 1962 · lithograph (zinc) in red, gray, and black on Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1964.8.2408
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Span

Carl Morris · 1962 · 7-color lithoraph (zinc) on Nacre paper ·  Accession ID  1964.8.2411
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Black Floe

Carl Morris · 1962 · lithograph (zinc) on Nacre paper ·  Accession ID  1964.8.2406