Robert Bechtle

American, 1932 - 2020

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The image displays a suburban street with parked vehicles, houses, and greenery under a clear sky. A sedan and a station wagon are parked on the street. There are houses with tiled roofs, large windows, and white walls lining the street. Shrubs are seen growing alongside the houses. The scene is calm and residential, with the focus on the sunlit facades of the houses. The painting technique uses precise brushstrokes or careful color blending, creating a realistic yet picturesque quality. The color palette includes warm tones like cream and terracotta, along with cooler shades for the sky and shadows.
Robert Bechtle, Ianne Kjorlie, Three Houses on Pennsylvania Avenue [working proof 7], 2011, color soft ground etching with aquatint on Somerset paper [working proof 7], Gift of Kathan Brown, 2024.132.151

Three Houses on Pennsylvania Avenue [working proof 7]

Robert Bechtle, Ianne Kjorlie · 2011 · color soft ground etching with aquatint on Somerset paper [working proof 7] ·  Accession ID  2024.132.151

The image shows a street with houses featuring terracotta roof tiles. The viewpoint is from the street, looking directly at the house facades. The sky is visible above the rooftops, indicating a clear day. The brushstrokes are smooth and delicate, creating a realistic scene. The color palette includes soft pastels and muted earth tones such as white, gray, terracotta, and subtle green. Two cars are parked on the street casting shadows, with another partially visible vehicle further down the street.
Robert Bechtle, Ianne Kjorlie, Three Houses on Pennsylvania Avenue [working proof 5], 2011, color soft ground etching with aquatint on Somerset paper [working proof 5], Gift of Kathan Brown, 2024.132.150

Three Houses on Pennsylvania Avenue [working proof 5]

Robert Bechtle, Ianne Kjorlie · 2011 · color soft ground etching with aquatint on Somerset paper [working proof 5] ·  Accession ID  2024.132.150

The image shows a street with houses, cars parked in front, and fine brushwork detailing. The color palette includes muted earth tones, with beige and white houses contrasting with green cars and dark shadows. The lighting indicates a high-noon setting, enhancing the scene's clarity.
Robert Bechtle, Ianne Kjorlie, Three Houses on Pennsylvania Avenue [working proof 2], 2011, color soft ground etching with aquatint on Somerset paper [working proof 2], Gift of Kathan Brown, 2024.132.149

Three Houses on Pennsylvania Avenue [working proof 2]

Robert Bechtle, Ianne Kjorlie · 2011 · color soft ground etching with aquatint on Somerset paper [working proof 2] ·  Accession ID  2024.132.149

The image shows a street with three suburban houses lined up beside each other, with a car parked in front of the central house and another vehicle nearby. The houses have a consistent architectural style with boxed shapes, flat fronts, and tiled roofs. The scene is divided by the horizon between the sky and the structures. The painting features detailed brushstrokes with smooth shading emphasizing shadows. The color palette is muted with soft greens and greys. The image depicts a mix of shadowed and well-lit areas, creating contrast and depth.
Robert Bechtle, Ianne Kjorlie, Three Houses on Pennsylvania Avenue [working proof 1], 2011, color soft ground etching with aquatint on Somerset paper [working proof 1], Gift of Kathan Brown, 2024.132.148

Three Houses on Pennsylvania Avenue [working proof 1]

Robert Bechtle, Ianne Kjorlie · 2011 · color soft ground etching with aquatint on Somerset paper [working proof 1] ·  Accession ID  2024.132.148

The image depicts an urban corner with an incline leading upwards to the right. A classic car is partially visible behind an orange building. Utility poles with power lines extend upwards. The brushstrokes are smooth and detailed, portraying building and street textures. The color palette includes soft oranges, muted blues, and deep browns. Shadows create depth and emphasize architectural geometry. Green-framed windows and distant buildings and trees are also visible.
Robert Bechtle, Crown Point Press, Emily York, Mississippi Street Intersection, 2007, color softground etching with aquatint on wove Somerset paper, Gift of Kathan Brown, 2011.119.13

Mississippi Street Intersection

Robert Bechtle, Crown Point Press, Emily York · 2007 · color softground etching with aquatint on wove Somerset paper ·  Accession ID  2011.119.13

The image shows a street scene from an oblique angle, capturing the intersection of two streets. The horizon is high, and power lines form a geometric pattern in the sky. Close to the viewer, a sidewalk and curbing lead into a sloping street where a classic car is parked. The car is on the left side of the street, partly obscured by a pole, with buildings lining the street. A "TEXAS" sign is visible on a pole in the distance at the crossroad. The style features fine strokes that give a photographic quality to the scene in a monochromatic palette dominated by soft shades of gray.
Robert Bechtle, Catherine Brooks, Texas and 20th Intersection [working proof 1], 2004, color soft ground etching with aquatint on Somerset paper [working proof 1], Gift of Kathan Brown, 2024.132.141

Texas and 20th Intersection [working proof 1]

Robert Bechtle, Catherine Brooks · 2004 · color soft ground etching with aquatint on Somerset paper [working proof 1] ·  Accession ID  2024.132.141

The image consists of faint, thin, beige lines and shapes against a white background. Two parallel lines run from the bottom to the top, while small beige patches and a rectangle are present on the right side.
Robert Bechtle, Catherine Brooks, Texas and 20th Intersection [working proof 3], 2004, color soft ground etching with aquatint on Somerset paper [working proof 3], Gift of Kathan Brown, 2024.132.143

Texas and 20th Intersection [working proof 3]

Robert Bechtle, Catherine Brooks · 2004 · color soft ground etching with aquatint on Somerset paper [working proof 3] ·  Accession ID  2024.132.143

The image depicts an aerial view of an urban street intersection with light sketches. The horizon line is in the middle, creating depth as the street extends into the distance. In the center, a car is parked, and to the left, there is a signpost. Buildings are shown on the right side of the street. The sketch is done with soft blue-gray tones, creating a serene atmosphere with varying shades and textures for depth and contrast. The composition is minimalistic with key details subtly incorporated in the color scheme.
Robert Bechtle, Catherine Brooks, Texas and 20th Intersection [working proof 5], 2004, color soft ground etching with aquatint on Somerset paper [working proof 5], Gift of Kathan Brown, 2024.132.145

Texas and 20th Intersection [working proof 5]

Robert Bechtle, Catherine Brooks · 2004 · color soft ground etching with aquatint on Somerset paper [working proof 5] ·  Accession ID  2024.132.145

The image shows a street view of an intersection from a slightly elevated perspective. There are buildings, trees, utility poles, a stop sign, a painted arrow on the street, and a vintage car parked at an angle next to the curb. The scene has architectural details, including wall textures and window placements. The color palette consists of muted tones like gray, brown, green, and orange. The artwork features precise and detailed brushstrokes or printmaking techniques, highlighting realism and texture.
Robert Bechtle, Catherine Brooks, Texas and 20th Intersection [working proof 7], 2004, color soft ground etching with aquatint on Somerset paper [working proof 7], Gift of Kathan Brown, 2024.132.147

Texas and 20th Intersection [working proof 7]

Robert Bechtle, Catherine Brooks · 2004 · color soft ground etching with aquatint on Somerset paper [working proof 7] ·  Accession ID  2024.132.147

The image shows an abstract arrangement of geometric shapes and lines with a stark contrast between light and dark shades. On the left side, there is an octagonal shape above a silhouette resembling a car. In the center, a vertical strip divides the composition. On the right, angular forms suggest outlines of rooftops or buildings, creating a cityscape effect.
Robert Bechtle, Catherine Brooks, Texas and 20th Intersection [working proof 4], 2004, color soft ground etching with aquatint on Somerset paper [working proof 4], Gift of Kathan Brown, 2024.132.144

Texas and 20th Intersection [working proof 4]

Robert Bechtle, Catherine Brooks · 2004 · color soft ground etching with aquatint on Somerset paper [working proof 4] ·  Accession ID  2024.132.144