Lynda Benglis Art

American, b. 1941

In the summer of 1964, Lynda Benglis, described "as a very canny young woman from Louisiana, Tulane BFA in hand", made her way to New York on a bus filled with anti-Jim Crow activists on their way home from Mississippi. The New York art world was smaller then so it was relatively easy for a smart, ambitious young woman to meet the people who mattered. After a semester, the Museum School had outlived its usefulness for her, and she began making her way as an artist. By the latter part of the 60s, she was investigating process-oriented paintings in wax on board and working part-time for Klaus Kertess at the Bykert Gallery ("I had to bring my own typewriter') Several iconic images come to mind when some think of Lynda Benglis: her decorative, gilded knots of the late 70s, for instance. And, of course, the notorious ad that graced (or disgraced, depending on the beholder) ArtForum in November 1974, the one with the artist sporting a dildo, an image so outrageous to some that it caused an irreparable rift among the magazine's editors. But for many viewers, the first image the name Benglis conjures will be one of her aforementioned "spills"expanses of multicolored latex paint poured on the floor in the late 1960s. In the continuing, unlikely art-theoretical gyrations of contemporary critics, such works have been seen as a development stemming from the Abstract Expressionism of Jackson Pollock and the poured paintings of the Color Field movement, as if Benglis's endeavors merited a place in some logical art historical stream of stylistic consciousness, rather than being just another Dadaist-inspired, assault on art. Two decades after the Whitney's "Anti-Illusion: Procedures/Materials" show, from which she was excluded, the Museum would make up for Benglis's absence then by including her in its 1990 survey, "The New Sculpture 1965-75: Between Geometry and Gesture." Benglis's first big one-person show would take place at the Paula Cooper Gallery the next year. She would also be included, along with Eva Hesse, Richard Serra and Richard Van Buren, in a Life magazine article called "Fling, Dribble and Drip," continuing that publication's publicizing of a hyped avant-garde deemed newsworthy since their earlier article on "Jack the Dripper," (Jackson Pollock). Source: Barry Schwabsky, Artforum, October 2002

Lynda BenglisLos Angeles 1984 Olympic Games (Hand Signed with Olympic Committee COA), 1982

$1,500

Los Angeles 1984 Olympic Games (Hand Signed with Olympic Committee COA)

By Lynda Benglis

Located in New York, NY

Lynda Benglis Los Angeles 1984 Olympic Games (Hand Signed with Olympic Committee COA), 1982 Offset Lithograph Signed in graphite pencil on the front. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from the publisher. Unnumbered. 24 × 36 inches Unframed Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from the publisher on Olympic Committee letterhead. This is a limited edition hand signed lithograph, published in 1982 to celebrate the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics . The Olympic Committee commissioned 15 nationally known artists, including famous sculptor and feminist icon Lynda Benglis to create unique designs to promote the event. This was Benglis' contribution to the portfolio. In 2017, the Olympic Museum in Lausanne Switzerland...

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1980s Abstract Lynda Benglis Art

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Lithograph, Offset

Lynda BenglisLynda Benglis, Gold Leafed Bronze Wings, signed lithograph by renowned sculptor, 1979

$2,500

Lynda Benglis, Gold Leafed Bronze Wings, signed lithograph by renowned sculptor

By Lynda Benglis

Located in New York, NY

Lynda Benglis Gold Leafed Bronze Wings, 1979 Lithograph on wove paper Hand signed, dated 1979 and numbered by Lynda Benglis on the front in bright green crayon. Bears publishers blind stamp Unframed and affixed to dark grey/black matting Hand signed, dated 1979 and numbered by Lynda Benglis on the front in bright green crayon. Bears publishers blind stamp. Published by Landfall Press; a rare limited edition print from the 1970s, depicting a sculptural installation by one of the most dynamic influential and important art world superstars of our time. The writing on the print: Gold Leafed Bronze Wings Black Concrete Obelisk...

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1970s Abstract Expressionist Lynda Benglis Art

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Lithograph

Lynda BenglisAbstract Expressionist Print by famed sculptor Lynda Benglis, Signed/N, Framed, 1995

$1,000

Abstract Expressionist Print by famed sculptor Lynda Benglis, Signed/N, Framed

By Lynda Benglis

Located in New York, NY

Lynda Benglis Untitled, 1995 Letterpress on Somerset Paper Edition 91/100 Pencil signed and numbered from the edition of 100, top recto. Framed Measurements: Sheet: 6 inches by 6 inc...

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1990s Abstract Expressionist Lynda Benglis Art

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Lithograph

Lynda BenglisDual Nature (Blue), Abstract Lithograph by Lynda Benglis, 1991

$3,800

Dual Nature (Blue), Abstract Lithograph by Lynda Benglis

By Lynda Benglis

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: Lynda Benglis, American (b. 1941) Title: Dual Nature (Blue) Year: 1991 Medium: Lithograph with Gold Leaf on Hand Tinted Paper, signed and numbered verso Edition: 20, AP ...

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1990s Contemporary Lynda Benglis Art

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Gold Leaf

Lynda BenglisDual Nature (Brown), Gold Leaf and Lithograph by Lynda Benglis, 1991

$3,400

Dual Nature (Brown), Gold Leaf and Lithograph by Lynda Benglis

By Lynda Benglis

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: Lynda Benglis, American (b. 1941) Title: Dual Nature (Brown) Year: 1991 Medium: Lithograph with Gold Leaf on Hand Tinted Paper, signed and numbered verso Edition: 20, A.P. Si...

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1990s Contemporary Lynda Benglis Art

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Gold Leaf

Lynda Benglis"Untitled" Lynda Benglis, Abstract Composition, Shades of Red, Dripping Impasto, 2002-03

$8,000

"Untitled" Lynda Benglis, Abstract Composition, Shades of Red, Dripping Impasto

By Lynda Benglis

Located in New York, NY

Lynda Benglis Untitled, 2002-03 Signed with the artist's initials and dated lower right Pigmented wax on rag paper 9 1/2 x 7 1/4 inches Provenance The artist Private Collection (acq...

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Early 2000s Contemporary Lynda Benglis Art

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Wax, Rag Paper, Pigment

Patricia A. PearceGold Leaf and Mesh Lithograph, circa 1990s

$1,200Sale Price|20% Off

H 13.5 in W 48 in D 0.5 in

Gold Leaf and Mesh Lithograph

By Patricia A. Pearce

Located in Soquel, CA

Stunning horizontal abstracted mesh and gold-leaf lithograph on heavy bond paper with artist's protocol notes (for future projects) by Patricia A. Pearce (American, b. 1948). Unsigne...

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Late 20th Century Abstract Lynda Benglis Art

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Gold Leaf

"Abstract II" Framed and Matted Print with Gold-Leaf (part of set), Unknown

$320Sale Price|20% Off

H 40.5 in W 34.5 in

"Abstract II" Framed and Matted Print with Gold-Leaf (part of set)

Located in Chesterfield, MI

"Abstract II" is a Framed and Matted Mixed Media Print with Gold-Leaf. The artist signature is illegible. It measures 40.5 x 34.5 inches. The date of creation is unknown but is belie...

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Late 20th Century Lynda Benglis Art

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Gold Leaf

Zao Wou-KiZao Wou-ki - Original Lithograph - Abstract Composition, 1962

$4,963

H 15.36 in W 11.23 in D 0.04 in

Zao Wou-ki - Original Lithograph - Abstract Composition

By Zao Wou-Ki

Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH

Zao Wou-ki - Original Lithograph 1962 From La tentation de l’Occident Dimensions: 39 x 28.5 cm Publisher: Les Bibliophiles Comtois Edition of 170 Reference: Jørgen Ågerup 137 - 146...

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1960s Abstract Expressionist Lynda Benglis Art

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Lithograph

Zao Wou-KiZao Wou-ki - Original Lithograph - Abstract Composition, 1962

$4,963

H 15.36 in W 11.23 in D 0.04 in

Zao Wou-ki - Original Lithograph - Abstract Composition

By Zao Wou-Ki

Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH

Zao Wou-ki - Original Lithograph 1962 From La tentation de l’Occident Dimensions: 39 x 28.5 cm Publisher: Les Bibliophiles Comtois Edition of 170 Reference: Jørgen Ågerup 137 - 146...

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1960s Abstract Expressionist Lynda Benglis Art

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Lithograph

Rufino TamayoOriginal Lithograph PENCIL SIGNED Ed. 30/150 Affiche avant la lettre LAS MUJERAS, 1969

$3,400

H 33 in W 25 in D 1 in

Original Lithograph PENCIL SIGNED Ed. 30/150 Affiche avant la lettre LAS MUJERAS

By Rufino Tamayo

Located in New York, NY

Here we have an Original Pencil Signed and Numbered Lithograph by Rufino Tamayo, famous Mexican American Artist…. known for abstract Figurative Expressionist images There was only a...

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1960s Abstract Expressionist Lynda Benglis Art

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Lithograph

Original World Cup USA 94 - Coca Cola Soccer poster, 1994

$450

H 36 in W 24.5 in D 0.3 in

Original World Cup USA 94 - Coca Cola Soccer poster

Located in Spokane, WA

Original World Cup USA ’94, Coca Cola sponsored vintage poster. Archival linen backed in A- condition, ready to frame. This World Cup ’94 poster is very rarely seen or available....

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1990s Abstract Geometric Lynda Benglis Art

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Offset

Manolo EirinPainting with linen, beeswax and natural pigments, yellow turmeric and brown, 2025

$886

H 27.56 in W 15.36 in D 1.58 in

Painting with linen, beeswax and natural pigments, yellow turmeric and brown

Located in Carballo, ES

The painting measures 77 x 39 cm and is an old linen sack filled with polyurethane foam. The pigments include beeswax, oxide vinegar, yellow turmeric, and natural graphite. The work...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Lynda Benglis Art

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Canvas, Wax, Graphite, Pigment

Larry RiversVintage Pop Art 1997 Offset Lithograph Larry Rivers Music Poster Hamptons NY, 1997

$500

H 24 in W 18 in

Vintage Pop Art 1997 Offset Lithograph Larry Rivers Music Poster Hamptons NY

By Larry Rivers

Located in Surfside, FL

Larry Rivers "The Music Festival of the Hamptons / July 18-27 1997" poster, Not hand signed. [Dimensions: 24" H x 18" W] Larry Rivers (born Yitzroch Loiza Grossberg) (1923 – 200...

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1990s Pop Art Lynda Benglis Art

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Lithograph, Offset

Louise NevelsonDusk in August, 1967

$1,500

H 17 in W 22.25 in

Dusk in August

By Louise Nevelson

Located in Indianapolis, IN

Louise Nevelson (1899-1988) Dusk in August (1967) Lithograph with embossing Size: 17 x 22.25 in (43 x 56.4 cm) Frame size: 21.75 x 26.75 in (55.25 x 67.95 cm) Edition of 100, this i...

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20th Century Abstract Expressionist Lynda Benglis Art

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Lithograph

Jasper JohnsJohns, Two Cup Picasso (ULAE 123) (after), 1973

$895

H 14 in W 10.5 in

Johns, Two Cup Picasso (ULAE 123) (after)

By Jasper Johns

Located in Fairfield, CT

Artist: Jasper Johns (1930) Title: Two Cup Picasso Year: 1981 Medium: Lithograph and silkscreen on premium paper Size: 14 x 10.5 inches Inscription: Signed & dated with the artis...

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1970s Abstract Expressionist Lynda Benglis Art

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Lithograph

David Hockney1982 The Diver Paper Pool Australian National Gallery Poster, 1982

$5,126

H 81 in W 134 in

1982 The Diver Paper Pool Australian National Gallery Poster

By David Hockney

Located in London, GB

A large scale original vintage poster created for David Hockney's 1982 exhibition at the Australian National Gallery in Canberra, based on his original artwork, A Diver, Paper Pool 1...

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1980s Abstract Lynda Benglis Art

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Paper, Offset

John BaldessariJohn Baldessari Sonnabend Gallery 1981 (announcement), 1981

$540

H 6 in W 4.25 in

John Baldessari Sonnabend Gallery 1981 (announcement)

By John Baldessari

Located in NEW YORK, NY

John Baldessari, Sonnabend Gallery New York 1981: Rare early 1980s John Baldessari exhibition announcement published on the occasion of: "Shape Derived from Subject (Snake): Used as ...

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1980s Surrealist Lynda Benglis Art

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Lithograph, Offset

Previously Available Items

Lynda Benglis“Emmett”, 1993, glass, bronze wire, copper sheet , 18” x 22” x 11”, 1993

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H 12 in W 19 in D 17 in

“Emmett”, 1993, glass, bronze wire, copper sheet , 18” x 22” x 11”

By Lynda Benglis

Located in New Orleans, LA

Lynda Benglis b.1941 is a venerated American artist known for her metal sculptures, as well as her wax paintings and poured latex pieces. This piece was included in an exhibit and ca...

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1990s Contemporary Lynda Benglis Art

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Bronze, Copper

Lynda BenglisDual Nature - Red, Gold Leaf and Lithograph by Lynda Benglis, 1991

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H 31 in W 24 in

Dual Nature - Red, Gold Leaf and Lithograph by Lynda Benglis

By Lynda Benglis

Located in Long Island City, NY

Lynda Benglis Artist: Lynda Benglis, American (1941 - ) Title: III - Red from Dual Nature (Quad) Year: 1991 Medium: Lithograph with Gold Leaf on Hand Tinted Paper, signed and numbere...

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1990s Contemporary Lynda Benglis Art

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Lithograph

Lynda BenglisDual Nature - Yellow, Abstract Lithograph with Gold Leaf by Lynda Benglis, 1991

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H 31 in W 24 in

Dual Nature - Yellow, Abstract Lithograph with Gold Leaf by Lynda Benglis

By Lynda Benglis

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: Lynda Benglis, American (1941 - ) Title: IV - Yellow from Dual Nature (Quad) Year: 1991 Medium: Lithograph with Gold Leaf on Hand Tinted Paper, signed and numbered verso Edit...

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1990s Contemporary Lynda Benglis Art

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Gold Leaf

Lynda BenglisDual Nature (Brown), 1991

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H 56.5 in W 36.75 in

Dual Nature (Brown)

By Lynda Benglis

Located in New York, NY

Lynda Benglis Dual Nature (Brown), 1991 Lithograph with gold leaf on tinted paper Signed, numbered, and dated by Lynda Benglis on the back Frame Included: Elegantly floated and frame...

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1990s Contemporary Lynda Benglis Art

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Gold Leaf

Lynda BenglisDual Nature - Black, 1991

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H 31 in W 24 in

Dual Nature - Black

By Lynda Benglis

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: Lynda Benglis, American (1941 - ) Title: Black from Dual Nature Year: 1991 Medium: Lithograph with Gold Leaf on Hand Tinted Paper, signed and numbered verso Edition: 25 Image...

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1990s Contemporary Lynda Benglis Art

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Gold Leaf

Lynda BenglisDual Nature - Red, 1991

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H 31 in W 24 in

Dual Nature - Red

By Lynda Benglis

Located in Long Island City, NY

Lynda Benglis Artist: Lynda Benglis, American (1941 - ) Title: III - Red from Dual Nature (Quad) Year: 1991 Medium: Lithograph with Gold Leaf on Hand Tinted Paper, signed and numbere...

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1990s Contemporary Lynda Benglis Art

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Lithograph

Lynda Benglis art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Lynda Benglis art available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of art to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of yellow and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Lynda Benglis in lithograph, gold leaf, gold and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large Lynda Benglis art, so small editions measuring 10 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Brad Brown, David Leverett, and John Beerman. Lynda Benglis art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,000 and tops out at $2,880, while the average work can sell for $2,200.