Clifford Addams

Addams, Clifford Isaac

American, 1876 - 1942

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This is a drawing of a cityscape with various architectural elements. The image shows an urban scene with a prominent building in the middle ground and others in the distance. The drawing style features strong lines and shading for depth and texture, with visible etching or sketch marks giving it an abstracted appearance. The combination of solid structures and textured background creates a dynamic representation of an urban environment.
Clifford Addams, Herald Square: Nocturne, c. 1933, etching and drypoint in black, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.610

Herald Square: Nocturne

Clifford Addams · c. 1933 · etching and drypoint in black ·  Accession ID  2008.115.610

The image displays a waterfront skyline with various city buildings and structures. The horizon is positioned near the top one-third of the composition. The buildings include ships with sails, chimneys, and rooftops. The artwork appears to be a monotype or etching with delicate, sketchy lines outlining the forms and providing subtle shading. The color palette is monochromatic, using primarily black and gray tones against the natural color of the paper. Waves and ripples of the water are suggested with minimal brushwork or line work adding texture to the water in the foreground.
Clifford Addams, The Thames, c. 1926, drypoint in black, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.207

The Thames

Clifford Addams · c. 1926 · drypoint in black ·  Accession ID  1943.3.207

The image is an etching showing a busy maritime scene. The horizon is high, revealing a town with domed architecture and towers. Large ships with masts and sails fill the water. The style is characterized by fluid lines, creating movement. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of black, white, and gray. People and smaller boats are depicted closer, with larger ships and the town in the distance.
Clifford Addams, Harbour Scene, Venice, 1920/1942, etching and drypoint in black, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.209

Harbour Scene, Venice

Clifford Addams · 1920/1942 · etching and drypoint in black ·  Accession ID  1943.3.209

The image shows an etching of a waterway with a crowded urban shoreline. The horizon line is in the center, where buildings and masts intersect with the sky. In the foreground, there are small boats on the water, including a rowboat with figures. Further back, there is an expanse of water with more boats, including a sail catching the wind. The skyline is packed with industrial and residential buildings, chimneys, and a church tower. The artwork has fine, detailed brushstrokes and etching lines. The color palette is monochromatic with sepia tones. On the right, there are vague outlines of two figures.
Clifford Addams, Limehouse, c. 1924, etching and drypoint in black, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.210

Limehouse

Clifford Addams · c. 1924 · etching and drypoint in black ·  Accession ID  1943.3.210

The image is an etching of a canal scene featuring gondolas and architecture resembling Venice. The point of view is from close to the water, looking towards a grand arched bridge in the distance. Several gondolas with figures navigating them are on the water, including a gondolier in one vessel. A seated group of passengers is in another nearby gondola. People lean over the bridge's railings, and a large building to the left fills much of the upper image. The etching uses fine lines and cross-hatching to depict architectural structure, water and boats textures. The color palette is monochromatic, focusing on brown shades. The background shows a continuation of the canal, architectural elements, and open sky marked with thin etched lines.
Clifford Addams, Procession Over Bridge by Ducal Palace, Venice, 1914, etching in black, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.214

Procession Over Bridge by Ducal Palace, Venice

Clifford Addams · 1914 · etching in black ·  Accession ID  1943.3.214

The image shows a dark and moody urban scene with buildings obscuring the horizon. Two silhouetted figures are on a rooftop, one holding a long pole, under a dark sky. A dimly lit window is visible on another building. The artwork features soft brushstrokes creating a somber atmosphere. The color scheme is mainly dark with subtle highlights. The few illuminated areas draw attention, like figures under an arched, glowing entranceway in the lower left corner.
Clifford Addams, Demolition, Lincoln's Inn Fields, c. 1919, etching in black, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.208

Demolition, Lincoln's Inn Fields

Clifford Addams · c. 1919 · etching in black ·  Accession ID  1943.3.208

The image shows an urban riverscape with various architectural structures, including a tower and a chimney. There are boats on the river. The artwork is created using etching techniques with fine lines and cross-hatching. The color palette is monochromatic in shades of sepia and black.
Clifford Addams, Westminster, 1912, etching in black, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.211

Westminster

Clifford Addams · 1912 · etching in black ·  Accession ID  1943.3.211

This is a painting of a dimly lit façade of a building with visible balconies and archways. The composition features a textured surface that creates a mysterious and atmospheric effect, with soft, blurred lines and muted colors. The faint impression of architecture, such as windows and arches, emerges from the shadows, with some light hinting at structures within.
Clifford Addams, Obscure Turning, Venice, c. 1914, drypoint with graphite on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Jack Vanderryn), 2015.19.3293

Obscure Turning, Venice

Clifford Addams · c. 1914 · drypoint with graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3293

The image shows an architectural scene by a canal. A building with archways and windows is reflected in the water. The architecture includes arches, windows with shutters, and a balcony. The reflection creates a mirror effect. The scene is in a monochromatic palette with delicate lines and shading showing textures. A gondola is also visible.
Clifford Addams, Obscure Turning, Venice, c. 1914, drypoint with graphite on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase), 2015.19.3301

Obscure Turning, Venice

Clifford Addams · c. 1914 · drypoint with graphite on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3301

The image is an etching of a busy street scene depicting a city intersection. The horizon line is high, obscured by buildings and architectural details. The etched lines are detailed, showing the texture of the buildings and people. The palette is monochromatic with sepia tones. People in period clothing are engaged in various activities. In the distance, the street narrows with more buildings, street lamps, signage, and a clear sky with power lines and birds.
Clifford Addams, St. Martin's Lane, etching, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.212

St. Martin's Lane

Clifford Addams · · etching ·  Accession ID  1943.3.212