Carle Van Loo

Loo, Carle van
Loo, Charles André van
Vanloo, Carle
Vanloo, Charles André
Van Loo, Charles André

French, 1705 - 1765

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This is a drawing of a mythological scene. The scene shows a figure with a sword and shield descending from the sky, confronting another figure on a rocky outcrop. Waves crash against rocks below. In the background, a group of observers can be seen. The drawing uses shading and line work for depth.
François-Philippe Charpentier, Carle Van Loo, Persée et Andromede (Perseus and Andromeda), 1762, etching and aquatint with roulette and burnishing printed in brown-black on laid paper, Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2018.91.8

Persée et Andromede (Perseus and Andromeda)

François-Philippe Charpentier, Carle Van Loo · 1762 · etching and aquatint with roulette and burnishing printed in brown-black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2018.91.8

There are two nude male figures in the image. One figure is lying on his back on a slab, with one arm hanging off the side and the other bent near his midsection. He has medium-length, slightly curly hair, closed eyes, and a relaxed expression. The second figure is positioned behind the first, shown from the back and bending slightly, with his body twisted toward the viewer. He has short, dark hair and a muscular build, holding the legs of the lying figure. The background is dark, and no clothing, jewelry, or other objects are visible.
Carle Van Loo, An Entombment, c. 1743, etching on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2013.46.8

An Entombment

Carle Van Loo · c. 1743 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2013.46.8

The image shows a standing male leaning against a rectangular slab inscribed with text. He has a classical facial features, dark curly hair, and is nude with a cloth around his waist. He stands on a textured surface with a plain background. The scene is depicted in fine linework.
Carle Van Loo, Title Page, c. 1743, etching on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2013.46.4

Title Page

Carle Van Loo · c. 1743 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2013.46.4

The image depicts a seated male figure in a sideways position, leaning back on one hand with one leg extended and the other bent. The individual has a muscular physique, with dark, curly hair and is nude. The background is textured and dark, contrasting with the lighter-toned body of the figure.
Carle Van Loo, Seated Man with Head in Hand, c. 1743, etching on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2013.46.5

Seated Man with Head in Hand

Carle Van Loo · c. 1743 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2013.46.5

The image shows a man sitting on a rock surface. He is positioned with his legs extended outward and torso leaning slightly forward. His face is turned downwards, showing his profile, with short, wavy hair. Detailed muscle definition is evident on the man's back and arms. He appears to be holding a tool or object in his hands, which are resting on his right knee. The background consists of textured surfaces that imitate rock or cliff faces.
Carle Van Loo, Man Pulling a Rope, His Foot Braced, c. 1743, etching on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2013.46.7

Man Pulling a Rope, His Foot Braced

Carle Van Loo · c. 1743 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2013.46.7

The image shows a full-length portrait of a nude male figure standing in a relaxed pose. His body is slightly turned to the side, with his left hand resting on his chin and his right arm crossing his torso. His head is tilted downwards, and his gaze appears to be directed towards the ground. The man has short, curly hair that frames his face. A piece of cloth is draped around his hips, and it drapes over one side of his body. The background is rendered with a textured shading.
Carle Van Loo, Standing Man in Pensive Pose, c. 1743, etching on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2013.46.9

Standing Man in Pensive Pose

Carle Van Loo · c. 1743 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2013.46.9

The image shows a male figure in a dynamic pose. He is leaning forward with his left arm extended onto a piece of wooden debris, while his right arm is raised behind him. His head is slightly tilted downward, with his gaze directed towards the ground. The man has defined facial features, curly dark hair, and is depicted nude except for a cloth around his waist. There is a focus on the musculature of his body, with detailed anatomical features. The setting includes large wooden planks and a textured background for depth.
Carle Van Loo, Climbing Man with Arms Outstretched, c. 1743, etching on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2013.46.6

Climbing Man with Arms Outstretched

Carle Van Loo · c. 1743 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2013.46.6

This drawing shows a full-body sketch of a male figure. He is seated, with one leg bent and resting on a ledge on the right and his other leg on the ground. His body is curved slightly inward, and his head is tilted downward as he looks to the right. The man has strong facial features with defined cheekbones, a prominent nose, and a full head of slightly wavy hair that falls back from his face. He is unclothed, revealing a well-defined, muscular physique. The man sits on what appears to be a draped cloth on top of undefined steps. The background is made of thin, diagonal lines. The drawing is done in red on tan paper.
Carle Van Loo, A Seated Male Nude, red chalk on brown laid paper, Joseph F. McCrindle Collection, 2009.70.239

A Seated Male Nude

Carle Van Loo · · red chalk on brown laid paper ·  Accession ID  2009.70.239

The image shows a person seated in a chair. The individual leans to one side, with one arm on the armrest and the other supporting their head. The person has a neutral facial expression and wavy hair pulled back. They wear historical attire, including a long coat, knee-length pants, and pointed shoes. The background is minimalistic, with textured patterns.
Carle Van Loo, Gentleman Lounging in a Chair, red chalk with touches of black chalk, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1981.19.1

Gentleman Lounging in a Chair

Carle Van Loo · · red chalk with touches of black chalk ·  Accession ID  1981.19.1

The image depicts a portrait of a woman from the waist up. She is seated in a relaxed posture, slightly angled to the side, looking directly at the viewer with a composed expression. She has an oval face, soft eyes, and a subtle smile. Her hair is styled in an elegant updo, and she wears a large, broad-brimmed hat. The woman is dressed in a flowing garment with ruffles and bows at the shoulders. She holds a bouquet of flowers in one hand, with additional flowers and a rope basket in her lap. She wears an earring and a ribbon around her neck. The background shows foliage, implying an outdoor setting, creating a serene and refined atmosphere.
Jean-Louis Anselin, La Belle Jardinière - Madame de Pompadour, c. 1782-1788, etching and engraving on laid paper, Widener Collection, 1942.9.2479

La Belle Jardinière - Madame de Pompadour

Jean-Louis Anselin · c. 1782-1788 · etching and engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1942.9.2479