“Sonora” is a striking 22×30 embossed serigraph by American artist Audrey Grendahl Kuhn, celebrated for her masterful use of color and sculptural printmaking techniques. This signed and numbered print (1/125) features radiant vertical bands of desert-inspired hues framing a central panel of raised abstract glyphs, creating a dynamic interplay between color, texture, and light. A standout example of Kuhn’s refined approach to modern printmaking, “Sonora” embodies both her Chicago modernist roots and her deep connection to the warm palettes of Mexico.
“Sonora” showcases Audrey Grendahl Kuhn’s signature fusion of minimalist geometry, rich color theory, and tactile printmaking. The composition is structured around two vertical columns of carefully gradated color—deep burgundy, copper, orange, ochre, goldenrod, and muted rose tones—evoking the chromatic heat and atmospheric glow of the Sonoran landscape.
Between these color fields lies a stunning panel of embossed abstract forms, pressed directly into the paper to create a sculptural relief. These raised glyph-like shapes cast natural shadows as light moves across the surface, giving the work a sense of shifting depth and quiet movement. Kuhn’s craftsmanship is evident in the precision of the embossing, the seamless ink layers, and the harmonious balance between form and negative space.
This embossed serigraph reflects the period in her career when Kuhn experimented with combining serigraphy, intaglio-style embossing, and geometric abstraction, resulting in works that feel both modernist and deeply tactile. The title “Sonora” suggests inspiration drawn from the American Southwest or northern Mexico—regions whose warm, desert palettes echo her long artistic relationship with Mexican color traditions.
Signed in graphite lower right, titled lower left, and numbered 1/125, the piece stands as a prime example of her mature printmaking style.
Audrey Grendahl Kuhn (born 1929) is an American artist known for her masterful use of color, inventive printmaking techniques, and the incorporation of sculptural embossing into modern serigraphy. Born in Chicago and raised in Detroit, Kuhn received formal training at the University of Michigan’s College of Architecture and Design, later continuing her studies at Russell Sage College and the College of Saint Rose in Albany, New York.
Her early artistic influences stemmed from Chicago’s strong modernist traditions and the expanding experimental printmaking movement of the mid-20th century. Kuhn’s work evolved further through extensive time spent in Mexico, particularly in San Miguel de Allende, where she absorbed the region’s vivid chromatic language, sun-baked tonal range, and expressive cultural aesthetics. These experiences informed her lifelong exploration of bold, warm palettes and rhythmic geometric structures.
Kuhn’s embossed serigraphs and textured prints gained notable attention during the 1970s–1980s, including exhibitions at the New York Art Expo at the Jacob Javits Center. She became widely recognized for works that blend serigraphy with intaglio-like embossing, producing prints with both visual richness and sculptural presence. Her pieces range from geometric abstractions to lyrical pastels of landscapes, florals, and regional scenes.
Her achievements earned her inclusion in Who’s Who in American Art, confirming her respected place in the American art landscape. Her work is held in private and corporate collections across the U.S. and internationally, sought by collectors for its vibrant color harmonies, refined technique, and distinctive fusion of whimsy, structure, and warmth.
Later in life, Kuhn maintained a studio in Maine, where she continued to produce pastel paintings and editioned prints reflecting both her northern surroundings and her enduring connection to Mexican color and light.
Audrey Grendahl Kuhn, “Sonora,” embossed serigraph, 22×30 in., pencil-signed, titled, and numbered 1/125. Bold geometric color fields with central embossed glyphs. Excellent condition. A fine example of Kuhn’s modernist embossed printmaking.
CERTIFICATE OF VALUE & AUTHENTICATION
Artist: Audrey Grendahl Kuhn (b. 1929)
Title: Sonora
Medium: Embossed Serigraph (Serigraph with Raised Relief Embossing)
Dimensions: 22 × 30 inches
Edition: 1/125
Signature: Hand-signed lower right; titled lower left; edition marked in graphite
Date: c. 1970s–1980s
Condition: Excellent; no discoloration, foxing, or creasing. Embossing crisp and well-defined.
Authenticity:
This work is an original hand-pulled embossed serigraph created and signed by Audrey Grendahl Kuhn. The signature, edition number, embossing depth, and printing method have been examined and align with known works by the artist.
Artist: Audrey Grendahl Kuhn
Original Release: Limited edition serigraph (1/125)
Private Collection: New York
Current Owner: Artfind Gallery, Washington, DC
“Sonora” is a striking 22×30 embossed serigraph by American artist Audrey Grendahl Kuhn, celebrated for her masterful use of color and sculptural printmaking techniques. This signed and numbered print (1/125) features radiant vertical bands of desert-inspired hues framing a central panel of raised abstract glyphs, creating a dynamic interplay between color, texture, and light. A standout example of Kuhn’s refined approach to modern printmaking, “Sonora” embodies both her Chicago modernist roots and her deep connection to the warm palettes of Mexico.
“Sonora” showcases Audrey Grendahl Kuhn’s signature fusion of minimalist geometry, rich color theory, and tactile printmaking. The composition is structured around two vertical columns of carefully gradated color—deep burgundy, copper, orange, ochre, goldenrod, and muted rose tones—evoking the chromatic heat and atmospheric glow of the Sonoran landscape.
Between these color fields lies a stunning panel of embossed abstract forms, pressed directly into the paper to create a sculptural relief. These raised glyph-like shapes cast natural shadows as light moves across the surface, giving the work a sense of shifting depth and quiet movement. Kuhn’s craftsmanship is evident in the precision of the embossing, the seamless ink layers, and the harmonious balance between form and negative space.
This embossed serigraph reflects the period in her career when Kuhn experimented with combining serigraphy, intaglio-style embossing, and geometric abstraction, resulting in works that feel both modernist and deeply tactile. The title “Sonora” suggests inspiration drawn from the American Southwest or northern Mexico—regions whose warm, desert palettes echo her long artistic relationship with Mexican color traditions.
Signed in graphite lower right, titled lower left, and numbered 1/125, the piece stands as a prime example of her mature printmaking style.
Audrey Grendahl Kuhn (born 1929) is an American artist known for her masterful use of color, inventive printmaking techniques, and the incorporation of sculptural embossing into modern serigraphy. Born in Chicago and raised in Detroit, Kuhn received formal training at the University of Michigan’s College of Architecture and Design, later continuing her studies at Russell Sage College and the College of Saint Rose in Albany, New York.
Her early artistic influences stemmed from Chicago’s strong modernist traditions and the expanding experimental printmaking movement of the mid-20th century. Kuhn’s work evolved further through extensive time spent in Mexico, particularly in San Miguel de Allende, where she absorbed the region’s vivid chromatic language, sun-baked tonal range, and expressive cultural aesthetics. These experiences informed her lifelong exploration of bold, warm palettes and rhythmic geometric structures.
Kuhn’s embossed serigraphs and textured prints gained notable attention during the 1970s–1980s, including exhibitions at the New York Art Expo at the Jacob Javits Center. She became widely recognized for works that blend serigraphy with intaglio-like embossing, producing prints with both visual richness and sculptural presence. Her pieces range from geometric abstractions to lyrical pastels of landscapes, florals, and regional scenes.
Her achievements earned her inclusion in Who’s Who in American Art, confirming her respected place in the American art landscape. Her work is held in private and corporate collections across the U.S. and internationally, sought by collectors for its vibrant color harmonies, refined technique, and distinctive fusion of whimsy, structure, and warmth.
Later in life, Kuhn maintained a studio in Maine, where she continued to produce pastel paintings and editioned prints reflecting both her northern surroundings and her enduring connection to Mexican color and light.
Audrey Grendahl Kuhn, “Sonora,” embossed serigraph, 22×30 in., pencil-signed, titled, and numbered 1/125. Bold geometric color fields with central embossed glyphs. Excellent condition. A fine example of Kuhn’s modernist embossed printmaking.
CERTIFICATE OF VALUE & AUTHENTICATION
Artist: Audrey Grendahl Kuhn (b. 1929)
Title: Sonora
Medium: Embossed Serigraph (Serigraph with Raised Relief Embossing)
Dimensions: 22 × 30 inches
Edition: 1/125
Signature: Hand-signed lower right; titled lower left; edition marked in graphite
Date: c. 1970s–1980s
Condition: Excellent; no discoloration, foxing, or creasing. Embossing crisp and well-defined.
Authenticity:
This work is an original hand-pulled embossed serigraph created and signed by Audrey Grendahl Kuhn. The signature, edition number, embossing depth, and printing method have been examined and align with known works by the artist.
Artist: Audrey Grendahl Kuhn
Original Release: Limited edition serigraph (1/125)
Private Collection: New York
Current Owner: Artfind Gallery, Washington, DC
