Paul Landacre

Landacre, Paul Hambelton

American, 1893 - 1963

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The image shows a large round pot with three large round objects inside, along with a smaller lidded pot nearby and a couple of smaller round objects placed on draped fabric. The color scheme is monochromatic, using varying shades of black and white created through cross-hatching and solid shading.
Paul Landacre, The Woodcut Society, Some Ingredients, 1954, wood engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1964.8.1818

Some Ingredients

Paul Landacre, The Woodcut Society · 1954 · wood engraving ·  Accession ID  1964.8.1818

The image shows a landscape with a large mountain dominating the scene. The horizon is high, above the mountain peaks. The sky has horizontal lines, creating a sense of vast space. The style is reminiscent of a woodcut or engraving, with sharp lines and detailed textures on the mountain slopes. The color scheme is monochromatic, with variations of black, white, and grey emphasizing contrasts and depth. In the foreground, sparse bushes and a tree are intricately drawn, contrasting with the bold lines of the mountain.
Paul Landacre, Plantin Press, Saul Marks, The Friends of Art Association of the Beverly-Fairfax Jewish Community Center, Smoke Tree, 1953, wood engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1964.8.1817

Smoke Tree

Paul Landacre, Plantin Press, Saul Marks, The Friends of Art Association of the Beverly-Fairfax Jewish Community Center · 1953 · wood engraving ·  Accession ID  1964.8.1817

This is a drawing of a carnival scene. The artwork depicts a lively nighttime setting at a carnival or amusement park with vibrant contrasts. The central focus includes blimp-like rides, carousel horses, and bumper cars in the background. The scene is illuminated by artificial light, emphasizing the playful atmosphere. Additional elements include canopies, a Ferris wheel, balloons, and a tree trunk on the right.
Paul Landacre, Grant Dahlstrom, Associated American Artists, Children's Carnival, 1946, wood engraving on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1255

Children's Carnival

Paul Landacre, Grant Dahlstrom, Associated American Artists · 1946 · wood engraving on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1255

The image shows a seascape with a textured landform leading to a body of water. There is a horizon with a mountain silhouette in the distance. The image uses detailed cross-hatching, creating contrast between light and dark areas. The color palette is monochromatic, emphasizing light, shadow, tranquility, and majesty.
Paul Landacre, Torch Press, The Woodcut Society, Laguna Cove, 1941, wood engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.5324

Laguna Cove

Paul Landacre, Torch Press, The Woodcut Society · 1941 · wood engraving ·  Accession ID  1943.3.5324

This is a black stallion with a female figure beside it. The image features a horse posed in a rearing position against a neutral backdrop. The stallion is depicted with detail, including muscular contours and a flowing mane. A stylized female form appears to be interacting with the horse. The composition includes bold lines and shading, enhancing the tension within the artwork. The scene includes grass and clouds, suggesting an outdoor setting. The drawing captures a moment of grace and power.
Paul Landacre, Torch Press, The Woodcut Society, Black Stallion, 1940, wood engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.5323

Black Stallion

Paul Landacre, Torch Press, The Woodcut Society · 1940 · wood engraving ·  Accession ID  1943.3.5323

The image displays swirling curved shapes and lines across the canvas. The abstract forms overlap and interweave, giving a sense of movement. The lines are detailed with variations in density. The design evokes celestial bodies or elements of nature in motion.
Paul Landacre, Allegro, 1938, wood engraving on wove paper, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.3005

Allegro

Paul Landacre · 1938 · wood engraving on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2008.115.3005

This is a drawing of three figures engaged in various activities. One figure is sitting in a thoughtful pose, another is kneeling holding a hammer, and the third is standing holding a long tool. The scene is depicted in a monochromatic style, focusing on light and shadow for depth. The background features dramatic clouds. The drawing style resembles woodcut or linocut prints.
Paul Landacre, Amateurs, 1937, wood engraving, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.3008

Amateurs

Paul Landacre · 1937 · wood engraving ·  Accession ID  2008.115.3008

The image features a low angle view looking upwards at towering shapes and forms. The horizon line is abstract and undulating with dark peaks curving across the center. Fine, intricate hatched lines create a dynamic sense of movement. The color palette consists of deep blacks and soft, cream-colored highlights. Swirling, cloud-like shapes dominate the sky, creating a tension between light and shadow. The sky is filled with dense, overlapping hatch marks.
Paul Landacre, Death of a Forest, 1937, wood engraving on wove paper, Gift of Bob Stana and Tom Judy, 2015.115.29

Death of a Forest

Paul Landacre · 1937 · wood engraving on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.115.29

This is a drawing of a person inspecting a utility pole. The illustration depicts a person dressed in work clothes, leaning back, with one hand shading their eyes as they gaze upwards. They are standing near a tall utility pole with wires. The background shows stylized grass and a dramatic sky with a large cloud. The drawing uses light and shadow through cross-hatching techniques for texture and dimension.
Paul Landacre, The Inspector, c. 1941, wood engraving on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1256

The Inspector

Paul Landacre · c. 1941 · wood engraving on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1256

The image shows a mountainous landscape with a stylized range of mountains. Intricate linework creates texture and form through detailed strokes suggesting light and shadow. The color palette is monochromatic, using black, white, and shades of gray. The ground is textured with a pattern that transitions to smoother tones towards the horizon, emphasizing the interplay between landforms and sky.
Paul Landacre, Coachella Valley, 1936, wood engraving on wove paper, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Florian Carr Fund and Gift of the Print Research Foundation, 2008.115.183

Coachella Valley

Paul Landacre · 1936 · wood engraving on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2008.115.183