Julius Bloch

Bloch, Julius Thiengen

American, 1888 - 1966

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The image is a portrait of a person facing slightly to the right with an upright posture. They have distinct facial features, including large, expressive eyes, a subtle smile, and prominent ears. The person is wearing a hat covering their head and a garment with a high, rounded neckline. The background has a softly textured surface.
Julius Bloch, Sheet Metal Worker, 1942, lithograph in black on wove paper, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.940

Sheet Metal Worker

Julius Bloch · 1942 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2008.115.940

The image shows a village near a body of water. The viewer is looking down at the village, with the horizon above the center of the image where water meets the sky. Buildings are scattered on the land and water, with power lines cutting diagonally through the scene. The brushstrokes are dark and expressive, creating a textured quality. The color palette is monochromatic, mainly blacks, whites, and grays. Vegetation in the foreground adds texture, while house-like structures on stilts can be seen in the distance, enhancing the rural ambiance.
Julius Bloch, October Afternoon, c. 1940, lithograph in black on wove paper, Gift of Jacob Kainen, 2002.98.82

October Afternoon

Julius Bloch · c. 1940 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2002.98.82

The image shows a person standing upright with arms slightly extended by their sides and head tilted slightly upwards. The person has a strong and defined facial features and short, closely cropped hair. They are wearing light-colored, loose-fitting pants and are barefoot. The background features dramatic rays of light emanating from above, creating a stark contrast with the darker areas surrounding the figure.
Julius Bloch, I Will Lift Up Mine Eyes unto the Hills, c. 1940, lithograph in black, Rosenwald Collection, 1950.17.10

I Will Lift Up Mine Eyes unto the Hills

Julius Bloch · c. 1940 · lithograph in black ·  Accession ID  1950.17.10

The image depicts a man from the waist up, sitting with his torso slightly hunched forward. His head is tilted upward, with a serious expression on his face. He has defined cheekbones, short hair, and is shirtless with muscular arms. He is wearing handcuffs on his wrists, which are resting on his thighs. The man appears to be sitting on a surface, possibly a bench, with a dark, textured background.
Julius Bloch, Prisoner, 1934, lithograph in black on wove paper, Gift of Bob Stana and Tom Judy, 2019.109.76

Prisoner

Julius Bloch · 1934 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2019.109.76

The image shows a person seated, their entire body visible from head to toe. They are leaning slightly to one side, with their head resting on a bent arm. Their legs are slightly apart, and their facial features are faint. The person appears peaceful, with short, indistinct hair. They are wearing a long, dark coat and dark clothing underneath. Their hands are clasped in their lap, and they are wearing dark, robust footwear. There is no visible jewelry or objects held. The background is a textured surface of dense black or charcoal shadow.
Julius Bloch, Night, c. 1937, lithograph in black, Rosenwald Collection, 1950.17.12

Night

Julius Bloch · c. 1937 · lithograph in black ·  Accession ID  1950.17.12

This is a drawing of a crowd of people gazing upwards. This black and white image features a group of abstractly rendered figures closely packed together, with their faces looking towards the sky. The figures are sketched with bold strokes and varying patterns, where some wear hats or coats with distinct textures and lines. The expressions convey a collective curiosity or awe.
Julius Bloch, Aviation 1930, 1930, lithograph in black, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.939

Aviation 1930

Julius Bloch · 1930 · lithograph in black ·  Accession ID  2008.115.939

The image shows three people seated, captured from their waists up. The person on the left is leaning back with eyes closed, wearing a wide-brimmed hat and a heavy coat. The person in the middle is an older man with a full, long beard, wearing a bowler hat and a coat, and is leaning slightly forward while looking to his right. The third person, to the right, is covered with a hooded shawl, with only their face partially visible, looking down. In the foreground, the back of another figure is visible, wearing a light coat. The individuals are seated on wooden chairs with vertical slats. The background consists of a simple wall, suggesting they are in an enclosed space.
Julius Bloch, Tired Travellers, 1929, lithograph in black on Rives wove paper, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.942

Tired Travellers

Julius Bloch · 1929 · lithograph in black on Rives wove paper ·  Accession ID  2008.115.942

Three women are seated on a bench. They are dressed in long-sleeved dresses and wear hats. Each woman has a different style of hat and unique features. The setting is simple with a wooden panel and textured wall behind them.
Julius Bloch, Bigger and Better Americans, 1927, lithograph in black, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.941

Bigger and Better Americans

Julius Bloch · 1927 · lithograph in black ·  Accession ID  2008.115.941

The image is a charcoal drawing of a person shown from the waist up, seated in a three-quarter view facing slightly to the right. The person is hunched forward, intently focused on something in their hands. Their facial features are softly sketched, with downcast eyes, a small nose, and lips, set in a concentrated expression. The hair is short and appears to be styled in a bob cut. The person is wearing a dress with a simple, rounded neckline and layered sleeves, suggested by quick, broad strokes. The background is plain, emphasizing the figure's form and the action of their hands, with a hint of a chair back visible behind them. There are no visible items of jewelry or other objects apart from the potential sewing or embroidery they are working on. The sketch is created on brownish paper.
Julius Bloch, Woman Sewing, 1919, charcoal on wove paper, Gift of Mrs. Lessing J. Rosenwald, 1987.20.2

Woman Sewing

Julius Bloch · 1919 · charcoal on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1987.20.2

The image is a sketch showing the upper body of a person from the shoulders up in a frontal view. The person is positioned facing forward with a direct gaze. Their facial expression is neutral, with prominent, deep-set eyes, a straight nose, and a full, slightly pursed mouth. The person's hair is dark and appears to be combed back, allowing for a clear view of the forehead and ears. The individual is dressed in a simple garment that appears to drape over their shoulders, suggesting a robe or cloak with a visible neckline. They are not wearing any visible jewelry, and their hands are not shown. The background consists of a dense crosshatch pattern, creating a textured backdrop.
Julius Bloch, The Refugee, lithograph in black, Rosenwald Collection, 1950.17.13

The Refugee

Julius Bloch · · lithograph in black ·  Accession ID  1950.17.13