Benton Spruance

Spruance, Benton Murdoch
American, 1904 - 1967

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The image depicts a sketch of a figure with a focus on the head and upper torso, fading out towards the bottom. The person is facing forward, slightly tilted to the right. The facial features include hollow eyes and an elongated, expressionless face with prominent lines. The hair is untidy and flows outward from under a wide-brimmed hat. The person wears a dark, textured shirt or jacket with rugged edges near the shoulders. The background is plain, with earthy tones used for the sketch. No jewelry or distinct objects are visible.
Benton Spruance, Master of the Pequod, 1967, lithograph in two greens and brown [trial proof], Rosenwald Collection, 1968.24.137

Master of the Pequod

Benton Spruance · 1967 · lithograph in two greens and brown [trial proof] ·  Accession ID  1968.24.137
The image depicts a portrait of an older person, shown from the shoulders up in a frontal position. The person has pronounced facial lines, deep-set eyes, and unkempt hair blending into a wide-brimmed hat. They wear a coat or outer garment, with a plain light-colored background that emphasizes the sketchy monochromatic style.
Benton Spruance, Master of the Pequod, 1967, lithograph in three greens [trial proof], Rosenwald Collection, 1968.24.136

Master of the Pequod

Benton Spruance · 1967 · lithograph in three greens [trial proof] ·  Accession ID  1968.24.136
The image displays a powerful wave with swirling motion seen from above. The horizon is barely visible through the scene. The brushstrokes are fluid, depicting movement and energy. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of black, white, and grey, highlighting the wave's texture. The background is more subdued, suggesting calmness beyond the wave's turbulence.
Benton Spruance, The Whiteness of the Whale, c. 1967, gouache, Rosenwald Collection, 1968.24.3

The Whiteness of the Whale

Benton Spruance · c. 1967 · gouache ·  Accession ID  1968.24.3
The image shows a portrait of a person's upper body facing forward with a neutral expression. The individual has distinct facial features including deep-set eyes and pronounced cheekbones. They have dark, somewhat unkempt hair protruding from under a wide-brimmed hat. The person is wearing a high-collared shirt or scarf and there are sketchy shadows indicating a garment over their shoulders. The background is a plain, light-colored surface that emphasizes the central figure without any additional details.
Benton Spruance, Master of the Pequod, 1967, lithograph in two greens, brown, and blue [trial proof], Rosenwald Collection, 1968.24.138

Master of the Pequod

Benton Spruance · 1967 · lithograph in two greens, brown, and blue [trial proof] ·  Accession ID  1968.24.138
The image depicts the upper half of a person's body in a stylized portrait. The figure is facing forward with a slightly tilted posture. The facial features are emphasized with deep lines, giving a skeletal appearance. The person wears a hat covering the hair, and some light-colored strands stick out at the edges. They are in a textured coat with broad shoulders and a scarf around the neck. The background is plain with muted tones that complement the earthy colors of the clothing and face.
Benton Spruance, Master of the Pequod, 1967, 6-color lithograph [proof], Rosenwald Collection, 1968.24.140

Master of the Pequod

Benton Spruance · 1967 · 6-color lithograph [proof] ·  Accession ID  1968.24.140
The image shows a drawing of a person wearing a hat. The drawing features the upper body and head of the person in a front-facing position. The figure has minimalistic facial features, including deep-set eyes, pronounced cheekbones, and long, stringy hair. The person is dressed in loose clothing with a collar. The background is plain, emphasizing the figure.
Benton Spruance, Master of the Pequod, 1967, lithograph in brown and green [trial proof], Rosenwald Collection, 1968.24.135

Master of the Pequod

Benton Spruance · 1967 · lithograph in brown and green [trial proof] ·  Accession ID  1968.24.135
The image shows an artistic rendering of a man, depicting the upper part of his body. The man is drawn with a turned head, forward-facing posture, and specific facial features. He is wearing a wide-brimmed hat that covers much of his hair, and his clothing suggests a dark coat with a high collar, along with a lighter shirt or scarf underneath. The background is abstract with light hues and sketch marks, emphasizing the figure. Various textured brush strokes are used in the illustration.
Benton Spruance, Master of the Pequod, 1967, lithograph in two greens, blue and tan [trial proof], Rosenwald Collection, 1968.24.139

Master of the Pequod

Benton Spruance · 1967 · lithograph in two greens, blue and tan [trial proof] ·  Accession ID  1968.24.139
The image shows a portrait of a person from the chest up, facing forward with a slightly downward gaze. The facial features are abstract and partially obscured by shadows. The person is wearing a tall hat that blends into the outlines of their coat, which has a high collar. A scarf or neckerchief wraps around the neck. The background is plain.
Benton Spruance, Master of the Pequod, 1967, lithograph in green [separation proof], Rosenwald Collection, 1968.24.133

Master of the Pequod

Benton Spruance · 1967 · lithograph in green [separation proof] ·  Accession ID  1968.24.133
The image shows a portrait of a person's upper body, focusing on their face and shoulders. The person is facing forward with a slightly tilted head. They have a long, narrow face with deep-set eyes, a prominent nose, and a thin mouth with lips pressed together. The person's hair is dark and possibly tousled, blending with a wide-brimmed hat sketched with lines. They are wearing a scarf or wrapped clothing around the neck, depicted with textured overlapping lines. The background is abstract with shades of brown, beige, and green, adding depth to the portrait. No specific jewelry or objects are shown. The background features textured patterns and lines, creating a rustic and weathered appearance.
Benton Spruance, Master of the Pequod, 1967, 6-color lithograph in three greens, tan, light brown, and yellow-ochre, Rosenwald Collection, 1968.24.132

Master of the Pequod

Benton Spruance · 1967 · 6-color lithograph in three greens, tan, light brown, and yellow-ochre ·  Accession ID  1968.24.132
The image shows an artistic rendering of a person from the shoulders up, facing slightly towards the right. The profile is outlined against a white background. The facial features are roughly sketched with deep-set eyes and prominent cheekbones. The person wears a tall, dark hat with textured hair peering out from underneath. The individual is dressed in a high-collared garment that wraps around the neck. The drawing style includes solid shading and delicate lines with a tear effect running vertically through the image. The background is plain. No jewelry is visible.
Benton Spruance, Master of the Pequod, 1967, lithograph in green-gray [separation proof], Rosenwald Collection, 1968.24.134

Master of the Pequod

Benton Spruance · 1967 · lithograph in green-gray [separation proof] ·  Accession ID  1968.24.134