Julia Rogers

American, born 1962

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The image shows two men leaning over the side of a boat, wearing hats, long-sleeved shirts, overalls, and boots. They are hauling a fishing net filled with fish. One man's arm is extended upwards, gripping the net, while the other man assists with maneuvering the load. In the background, there is a body of water and parts of the boat's mast and rigging are visible. The image is in monochrome with detailed textures highlighting the men's effort and the fish they've caught.
Julia Rogers, Fishermen, c. 1935-1943, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.4127

Fishermen

Julia Rogers · c. 1935-1943 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.4127
This is a drawing of a scene inside a barn or stable with a horse. There are two figures attending to the horse, one preparing to shoe the horse with horseshoes scattered on the floor. The other figure is holding the horse's head steady. The horse is positioned with its rear turned towards the viewer. Light enters through an open window, illuminating the setting.
Julia Rogers, Blacksmith, c. 1935-1943, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.4128

Blacksmith

Julia Rogers · c. 1935-1943 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.4128
The image shows a group of people focused on a central figure being carried on a stretcher. Two men dressed in work clothing, including jackets and headlamps, carry the stretcher. The man closest to the viewer has a stern face and wears a hat with a lamp on the front. The person on the stretcher has a peaceful expression with their eyes closed and head resting back, covered in a cloth. Several individuals around them, also in work gear, are partly seen. To the right, one figure is visible with a hand over their mouth. The surroundings are dark and shaded, creating a somber atmosphere.
Julia Rogers, Mine Disaster, c. 1935-1943, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.4129

Mine Disaster

Julia Rogers · c. 1935-1943 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.4129
This is a drawing of a scene involving fishing equipment on a boat. The black and white drawing depicts a scene where large fishing nets are being adjusted on a boat deck. You see the intricate details of the nets, their texture is finely captured, as they are filled with fish. The ropes and pulleys of the boat are visible in the top left corner. The wooden planks of the deck and the tension in the nets highlight the action taking place. The scene captures the rough and dynamic essence of a day on a fishing boat. The technique with which the shadows and textures are expressed indicates careful attention to detail.
Julia Rogers, Fishermen, c. 1939, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of the Print Research Foundation, 2008.115.505

Fishermen

Julia Rogers · c. 1939 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.505