Herbert Johnson Harvey

British, 1884 - 1928

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The image shows a portrait of a man depicted from the waist up. He is slightly turned to his right, with his face directed towards the viewer, offering a subtle smile. The man's facial features include a well-defined nose, rounded cheeks, and a smooth complexion. His hair is not visible under a large hat adorned with an arrangement of ostrich feathers. He is dressed in historical attire, wearing a cloak over a shirt and scarf. His right hand is gesturing outward, holding a thin object between his thumb and forefinger. The background of the image is plain and unembellished.
Herbert Johnson Harvey, A Gentleman of Fortune, drypoint, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.4812

A Gentleman of Fortune

Herbert Johnson Harvey · · drypoint ·  Accession ID  1943.3.4812

The image depicts an elderly woman shown from the waist up, sitting in a relaxed manner. She is positioned facing forward with her hands engaged in an activity involving a bowl of peas. Her facial features include pronounced wrinkles, a gentle smile, and eyes that appear attentive. Her hair is mostly covered by a headscarf, but it appears to be thin and parted at the front. The woman is dressed in a simple, textured garment. Beside her is a woven basket. The background is simple and plain.
Herbert Johnson Harvey, Old Nan, drypoint, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.4811

Old Nan

Herbert Johnson Harvey · · drypoint ·  Accession ID  1943.3.4811

The image depicts a portrait of a person from the shoulders up, shown in a three-quarter profile facing left. They have a serene expression with soft, slightly raised eyebrows, defined eyes, a straight nose, and a subtle smile. The person's head is adorned with a fur hat that matches the fur-lined collar of their coat. No jewelry or objects are visible. The background is plain, drawing attention to the subject. The etching technique used gives the image a textured, timeless quality.
Herbert Johnson Harvey, Luck, drypoint, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.4813

Luck

Herbert Johnson Harvey · · drypoint ·  Accession ID  1943.3.4813

The image depicts an illustration of three men from the waist up. The central figure is seated, holding a stringed instrument, likely a guitar. To his left is a man standing behind him and slightly to the side. The third man is partially visible in the background on the right side. All three men wear loose, simple clothing against a sketchy, textured background.
Herbert Johnson Harvey, Jolly Vagabonds, drypoint, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.4814

Jolly Vagabonds

Herbert Johnson Harvey · · drypoint ·  Accession ID  1943.3.4814