Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

American, 1906-1996

Leon Polk Smith (1906 -1996) holds a unique place in a long tradition of American geometric abstract painting, which includes such artists as Bourgoyne Diller, Fritz Glarner, Al Held, and Ellsworth Kelly. Born near Chikasha, a Native American territory later annexed by the U.S. as the state of Oklahoma, Smith’s parents, who were of Cherokee ancestry, raised him with both a strong sense of his heritage and an abiding respect for the land. Art would eventually draw Smith to New York where he would quickly embrace elements of geometric abstraction in his work. His visual vocabulary was influenced by such historical figures as Hilla Rebay, both an abstract painter and the first director of the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, and the Dutch De Stijl painter Piet Mondrian. However, many of Smith’s hard-edge compositions could be viewed as distillations of imagery drawn from the Oklahoma landscape and Native American art forms of his youth. Polk Smith’s exploration of non-objective imagery in the late 1950s put him at the forefront of movements including Color Field, Minimalist, and Hard Edge painting. Robert Buck, former director of the Brooklyn Museum, described Polk Smith as “an influential pioneer in the development of American Modernism”, adding, “He created a new vocabulary in painting that has had a far-reaching influence on subsequent generations of artists.” One of Smith’s earliest and most successful forays into printmaking came in 1968 when he received a grant to work at June Wayne’s Tamarind Lithography Workshop in Los Angeles. Smith would create sixteen untitled prints at Tamarind. These bold and vibrant prints incorporate a variety of his painting motifs, many of which relate to his Correspondence Series of 1960-1967, with their interplay of organic forms on solid color backgrounds. Prints would continue to be an important aspect of Smith’s creative output. The artist would go on to make over 50 print editions in this country and Europe.

Artist: Leon Polk Smith

Leon Polk SmithLeon Polk Smith (1906–1996) - Serigraphy on Fabriano paper - 1983, 1983

$2,236

Leon Polk Smith (1906–1996) - Serigraphy on Fabriano paper - 1983

By Leon Polk Smith

Located in Varese, IT

Serigraphy on Fabriano paper, edited in 1983. Limited edition of 125 pieces, numbered as 46/125 in lower left corner. Signed in pencil by artist in lower right corner. Paper size: 68...

Category

1980s Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

C Print

Leon Polk SmithWerkubersicht/Work-Overview D, Large Silkscreen by Leon Polk-Smith, 1987

$8,500

Werkubersicht/Work-Overview D, Large Silkscreen by Leon Polk-Smith

By Leon Polk Smith

Located in Long Island City, NY

An original hand-signed and numbered minimalist silkscreen from the Werkubersicht/Work-Overview Portfolio. Leon Polk Smith is credited with the founding of the hard-edge art movement...

Category

1970s Abstract Geometric Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Screen

Leon Polk SmithWerkubersicht/Work-Overview F, Large Silkscreen by Leon Polk-Smith, 1987

$8,500

Werkubersicht/Work-Overview F, Large Silkscreen by Leon Polk-Smith

By Leon Polk Smith

Located in Long Island City, NY

An original hand-signed and numbered minimalist silkscreen from the Werkubersicht/Work-Overview Portfolio. Leon Polk Smith is credited with the founding of the hard-edge art movement...

Category

1970s Abstract Geometric Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Screen

Leon Polk SmithWerkubersicht/Work-Overview I, Large Silkscreen by Leon Polk-Smith, 1987

$8,500

Werkubersicht/Work-Overview I, Large Silkscreen by Leon Polk-Smith

By Leon Polk Smith

Located in Long Island City, NY

An original hand-signed and numbered minimalist silkscreen from the Werkubersicht/Work-Overview Portfolio. Leon Polk Smith is credited with the founding of the hard-edge art movement...

Category

1970s Abstract Geometric Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Screen

Leon Polk SmithWerkubersicht/Work-Overview E, Large Silkscreen by Leon Polk-Smith, 1987

$8,500

Werkubersicht/Work-Overview E, Large Silkscreen by Leon Polk-Smith

By Leon Polk Smith

Located in Long Island City, NY

An original hand-signed and numbered minimalist silkscreen from the Werkubersicht/Work-Overview Portfolio. Leon Polk Smith is credited with the founding of the hard-edge art movement...

Category

1970s Abstract Geometric Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Screen

Leon Polk SmithWerkubersicht/Work-Overview J, Large Silkscreen by Leon Polk-Smith, 1987

$8,500

Werkubersicht/Work-Overview J, Large Silkscreen by Leon Polk-Smith

By Leon Polk Smith

Located in Long Island City, NY

An original hand-signed and numbered minimalist silkscreen from the Werkubersicht/Work-Overview Portfolio. Leon Polk Smith is credited with the founding of the hard-edge art movement...

Category

1970s Abstract Geometric Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Screen

Leon Polk SmithLeon Polk Smith (1906–1996) - Serigraphy on Fabriano paper - 1983, 1983

$2,236

Leon Polk Smith (1906–1996) - Serigraphy on Fabriano paper - 1983

By Leon Polk Smith

Located in Varese, IT

Serigraphy on Fabriano paper, edited in 1983. Limited edition of 125 pieces, numbered as 43/125 in lower left corner. Signed in pencil by artist in lower right corner. Paper size: 68...

Category

1980s Abstract Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

C Print

Ryan RivadeneyraDusk from an Airplane, Abstract Aerial Diptych, Giclée, Deep Blue to Yellow Hue, 2023

$580

H 36 in W 48 in

Dusk from an Airplane, Abstract Aerial Diptych, Giclée, Deep Blue to Yellow Hue

By Ryan Rivadeneyra

Located in Barcelona, ES

Cyd Fontaine (Lausanne, 1992) is a contemporary artist renowned for her captivating use of dreamy atmospheric gradients, which has helped her carve a distinctive niche in the world o...

Category

2010s Contemporary Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Photographic Paper, C Print, Giclée, Archival Pigment

Anne YoukelesGemini, 1960s Op Art geometric silkscreen, mixed media paper, Signed AP, Framed, ca. 1969

$2,000

H 28 in W 28 in D 0.5 in

Gemini, 1960s Op Art geometric silkscreen, mixed media paper, Signed AP, Framed

By Anne Youkeles

Located in New York, NY

Anne Youkeles Gemini, ca. 1969 Three-dimensional mixed media silkscreen on folded sheets of thin card Hand-signed by artist in pencil, titled and annotated Artist's Proof I from the ...

Category

1960s Abstract Geometric Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Paper, Mixed Media, Laid Paper, Screen

Sol LeWittSol Lewitt, Geometric Abstraction Louis Vuitton 100% Silk Scarf, Limited Ed. 250, ca. 1987

$4,000

H 36 in W 35 in

Sol Lewitt, Geometric Abstraction Louis Vuitton 100% Silk Scarf, Limited Ed. 250

By Sol LeWitt

Located in New York, NY

Sol LeWitt Limited Edition Geometric Abstraction Silk Scarf, ca. 1987 Limited Edition Silkscreen on 100% Italian silk scarf/shawl Signed on the fabric with artist's printed signature...

Category

1980s Abstract Geometric Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Silk, Screen

Gene DavisBlack Watch II, signed and numbered 39/150 screen print, 1974

$9,000

H 72 in W 46 in D 2 in

Black Watch II, signed and numbered 39/150 screen print

By Gene Davis

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This is a signature color-field composition with multiple thin colored stripes created by Gene Davis. Gene Davis (American, 1920-1985) Screenprint Black Watch I, II and III, 1974 ...

Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Archival Paper, Screen

Hiroshi MurataHiroshi Murata Silk Screen Framed Colorful Geometric Print Framed Rare 1970's, 1970's

$750

H 19.5 in W 27 in

Hiroshi Murata Silk Screen Framed Colorful Geometric Print Framed Rare 1970's

By Hiroshi Murata

Located in Buffalo, NY

Artist: Hiroshi Murata Title: Circles Year: circa 1970's Medium: Serigraph, signed and numbered in pencil Paper Size: 19.5 x 27 inches Framed Size: 24.5 x 32

Category

1970s Abstract Geometric Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Paper, Screen

Dorothy DehnerSilkscreen Mid Century Modern Geometric Abstraction by renowned female sculptor, ca. 1970

$1,000

H 17 in W 15 in D 0.3 in

Silkscreen Mid Century Modern Geometric Abstraction by renowned female sculptor

By Dorothy Dehner

Located in New York, NY

DOROTHY DEHNER Mid Century Modern Geometric Abstraction, ca. 1970 Silkscreen on wove paper Plate signed on the front; bears Academy Arts label on the back Published by: Academy Arts...

Category

Mid-20th Century Abstract Geometric Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Screen

Sven LukinSven Lukin Modernist Original Screenprint Framed 1969 Bright Modern Mid Century, 1969

$4,000

H 33 in W 29 in

Sven Lukin Modernist Original Screenprint Framed 1969 Bright Modern Mid Century

By Sven Lukin

Located in Buffalo, NY

This incredible work comes with a COA. The work is currently framed in a new acid free mat and the original 1969 silver metal frame, but new framing is available included in the pric...

Category

1960s Abstract Geometric Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Silver

Max BillUntitled from "Kinderstern" - Max Bill, Hard Edge, Color Field, Bright Colors, 1989

$2,330

H 29.93 in W 22.84 in

Untitled from "Kinderstern" - Max Bill, Hard Edge, Color Field, Bright Colors

By Max Bill

Located in Köln, DE

Screenprint by Max Bill. From the portfolio "Kinderstern". No Title, 1989 76 x 58 cm Copy 61/100 Edition of 100 (approx.)

Category

1980s Abstract Geometric Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Screen

Peter PhillipsPeter Phillips - Custom Print from 11 Pop Artists Vol III Silkscreen on foil S/N, 1965

$2,500

H 24.5 in W 40 in

Peter Phillips - Custom Print from 11 Pop Artists Vol III Silkscreen on foil S/N

By Peter Phillips

Located in New York, NY

Dazzling colorful silkscreen on foil geometric abstraction from the fabulous 1960s Hand signed and numbered 192/200 British Pop artist Peter Phillips contribution to the iconic, infl...

Category

1960s Abstract Geometric Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Foil

Frank StellaFrank Stella, Luis Miguel Dominguin, print from Aluminum Series, Signed/N Framed, 1970

$12,500

H 16 in W 22 in

Frank Stella, Luis Miguel Dominguin, print from Aluminum Series, Signed/N Framed

By Frank Stella

Located in New York, NY

Elegantly framed and ready to hang! Frank Stella Luis Miguel Dominguin, from the Aluminum Series Lithograph and silkscreen in gray and silver on Special Arjomari paper Signed, dated...

Category

1970s Abstract Geometric Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph, Screen

Cyd FontaineInfinite Dawn, Limited Edition Print, Color Field Geometric Abstraction in Pink, 2024

$850

H 36 in W 72 in

Infinite Dawn, Limited Edition Print, Color Field Geometric Abstraction in Pink

By Cyd Fontaine

Located in Barcelona, ES

Infinite Dawn is a limited-edition giclée print triptych that explores the quiet power of geometric modernism through subtle gradations of color and form. Expanding squares emerge fr...

Category

2010s Abstract Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Photographic Paper, C Print, Giclée

RETNAEven the Heart Skips a Beat (Black on Black)

$14,000

H 43 in W 29 in D 2 in

Even the Heart Skips a Beat (Black on Black)

By RETNA

Located in Boca Raton, FL

edition 11/99 Incorporating the artist’s most iconic calligraphic work, the screenprint features black symbols inspired by different alphabets (Hebrew, Arabic and Egyptian) as well...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Glitter, Screen

Previously Available Items

Leon Polk SmithUntitled from "Formen der Farbe" - Smith, Orange, Turquoise, Constructivism, 1967

Sold

H 25.6 in W 19.69 in

Untitled from "Formen der Farbe" - Smith, Orange, Turquoise, Constructivism

By Leon Polk Smith

Located in Köln, DE

Screenprint by Leon Polk Smith from the famous portfolio "Formen der Farbe" Untitled from "Formen der Farbe", 1967 65 x 50 cm Copy 25/70 Edition of 90

Category

1960s Constructivist Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Screen

Leon Polk SmithWerkubersicht/Work-Overview H, Large Silkscreen by Leon Polk-Smith, 1987

Sold

H 46.5 in W 32 in

Werkubersicht/Work-Overview H, Large Silkscreen by Leon Polk-Smith

By Leon Polk Smith

Located in Long Island City, NY

An original hand-signed and numbered minimalist silkscreen from the Werkubersicht/Work-Overview Portfolio. Leon Polk Smith is credited with the founding of the hard-edge art movement...

Category

1970s Abstract Geometric Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Screen

Leon Polk SmithBlack & White Repeat (1953-1987), 1987

Sold

H 46.25 in W 31.75 in

Black & White Repeat (1953-1987)

By Leon Polk Smith

Located in Palm Desert, CA

A geometric abstract screen print executed in black and white by contemporary artist Leon Polk Smith. Signed lower right, "LPS". Edition lower left, "36/90 1952 - 1987".

Category

1980s Contemporary Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Screen

Leon Polk SmithUntitled (1983-1987), 1987

Sold

H 46.25 in W 31.75 in

Untitled (1983-1987)

By Leon Polk Smith

Located in Palm Desert, CA

A geometric abstract screen print by Post War artist Leon Polk Smith depicting a black rectangle and a deep red tiled rectangle on a neutral background. Signed lower right, "LPS". Ed...

Category

1980s Post-War Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Screen

Leon Polk SmithUntitled (1949-1987), 1987

Sold

H 46.25 in W 31.75 in

Untitled (1949-1987)

By Leon Polk Smith

Located in Palm Desert, CA

A screen print by Post War artist Leon Polk Smith depicting a deep red maroon sphere with abstracted black geometric shapes on a neutral background. Signed lower right, "LPS". Editio...

Category

1980s Post-War Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Screen

Leon Polk SmithColor Forms (B), 1974

Sold

H 33 in W 23.25 in

Color Forms (B)

By Leon Polk Smith

Located in New York, NY

1974, screenprint, edition of 150

Category

1970s Color-Field Leon Polk Smith Prints and Multiples

Materials

Screen

Leon Polk Smith prints and multiples for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Leon Polk Smith prints and multiples available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of prints and multiples to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of blue, purple, green and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Leon Polk Smith in screen print, lithograph, paper and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the abstract style. Not every interior allows for large Leon Polk Smith prints and multiples, so small editions measuring 18 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Jesús Rafael Soto , Kyohei Inukai, and Robyn Denny. Leon Polk Smith prints and multiples prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $4,000 and tops out at $8,500, while the average work can sell for $7,500.