Joshua Shaw

Shaw, Joseph
Shaw of Bath

American, born England, 1776 - 1860

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The image is a landscape drawing with a slightly elevated point of view. The horizon is placed near the middle of the image, marked by faint, rolling hills that stretch across the page. To the left, a large tree with sparse foliage rises above the scene, with its slender branches reaching toward the center. The brushstrokes are light and unhurried, employing simple lines to outline trees and land contours, suggesting a sketch or preparatory work. The drawing is monochromatic, utilizing brown ink on a beige paper background. Close to us, more loose lines depict the uneven ground and small clusters of trees that add depth. The overall simplicity of the strokes and the limited palette evokes a calm and timeless landscape.
Joshua Shaw, The Horse Shoe on the Shenandoah, Virginia, 1820s, pen and brown ink on laid paper, John Davis Hatch Collection, 1979.20.105

The Horse Shoe on the Shenandoah, Virginia

Joshua Shaw · 1820s · pen and brown ink on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1979.20.105

Joshua Shaw, Landscape with Deer, North Carolina, c. 1820, watercolor and gouache over graphite on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Museum exchange, through bequest of James Parmelee, 1965), 2015.19.1030

Landscape with Deer, North Carolina

Joshua Shaw · c. 1820 · watercolor and gouache over graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1030

The image shows Bolling's Dam in Petersburg, Virginia. The viewer is positioned slightly above the river, looking across the water cascading over the dam. Close to us, the river flows over rocks with subtle movements. To the right are rocks, vegetation, and trees. The horizon shows buildings, including a central industrial structure. The sky above is filled with clouds in soft strokes, conveying depth and atmosphere. The color palette consists of muted greens, earth tones, and grays.
John Hill, M. Carey & Son, Bolling's Dam, Petersburgh, Virginia, 1821, hand-colored engraving and aquatint on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase, Mary E. Maxwell Fund, 1961), 2015.19.995

Bolling's Dam, Petersburgh, Virginia

John Hill, M. Carey & Son · 1821 · hand-colored engraving and aquatint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.995

This image depicts a scene by a body of water with lush trees, a stone slab with inscriptions, and more foliage in the background. The horizon is unclear and the sky is lightly tinted above the tree line. The color palette consists of muted greens, browns, blues, and grays, creating a serene natural setting.
John Hill, John Hill, M. Carey & Son, Title Page for the series "Picturesque Views of American Scenery", 1820, etching and aquatint with watercolor additions on wove paper, Gift of Jo Ann and Julian Ganz. Jr., 2023.75.1

Title Page for the series "Picturesque Views of American Scenery"

John Hill, John Hill, M. Carey & Son · 1820 · etching and aquatint with watercolor additions on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2023.75.1

The image shows a view of Spirit Creek near Augusta, Georgia. The perspective is slightly elevated and captures the features of the landscape. A line of tall trees and dark clouds obscure the high horizon. The rocky, sloped ground near us has a path leading into greenery. A small creek winds through the scene, lined with trees and rocks. Some trees are highlighted with detailed foliage, contrasting with surrounding darker trees. The color palette includes dark greens, browns, and occasional light green touches in the foliage, with a grayish sky.
John Hill, John Hill, M. Carey & Son, Spirit Creek; Near Augusta, Georgia, 1820, etching and aquatint with watercolor additions on wove paper, Gift of Jo Ann and Julian Ganz. Jr., 2023.75.4

Spirit Creek; Near Augusta, Georgia

John Hill, John Hill, M. Carey & Son · 1820 · etching and aquatint with watercolor additions on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2023.75.4

The image shows a cove with water, cattle grazing, a forest, a clear sky with billowing clouds, and tall trees with moss. The lighting is warm with soft shadows. Colors include greens, browns, blues, and grays with a realistic texture.
John Hill, John Hill, M. Carey & Son, Oyster Cove, 1820, etching and aquatint with watercolor additions on wove paper, Gift of Jo Ann and Julian Ganz. Jr., 2023.75.3

Oyster Cove

John Hill, John Hill, M. Carey & Son · 1820 · etching and aquatint with watercolor additions on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2023.75.3

The image shows a pathway cutting through a dense forest. Tall trees dominate the scene, forming a canopy with lush foliage. A horse with a rider is traveling along the path in the lower part of the image. Sunlight filters through the trees, creating dappled shadows and a serene atmosphere.
John Hill, John Hill, M. Carey & Son, View of the Spot Where General Ross Fell, Near Baltimore, 1820, etching and aquatint with watercolor additions on wove paper, Gift of Jo Ann and Julian Ganz. Jr., 2023.75.2

View of the Spot Where General Ross Fell, Near Baltimore

John Hill, John Hill, M. Carey & Son · 1820 · etching and aquatint with watercolor additions on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2023.75.2

The image is an engraving showing a landscape with a high horizon. The setting is a valley with steep sides, featuring hills and treetops in the distance. The composition uses detailed brushstrokes to depict the natural scenery. Earthy tones and muted greens dominate the color palette, with a soft, hazy light creating a serene atmosphere. In the foreground, there are rocky terrain, a figure in a red garment, and a white horse. A river winds through the background, surrounded by trees blending into the hills. The sky is depicted with soft grey, peach, and blue tones.
John Hill, M. Carey & Son, View Near the Falls of Schuylkill, 1819, hand-colored engraving and aquatint on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase, Mary E. Maxwell Fund, 1955), 2015.19.819

View Near the Falls of Schuylkill

John Hill, M. Carey & Son · 1819 · hand-colored engraving and aquatint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.819

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The Truants

Joshua Shaw · 1843 · oil on canvas ·  Accession ID  2016.22.22