Edward Lear

British, 1812 - 1888

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The image shows a landscape with a rugged coastline viewed from an elevated perspective. The composition features cliffs, the sea, and the horizon in a detailed pen and ink style with cross-hatching and parallel lines creating texture and depth. The color scheme is monochromatic sepia, emphasizing light and shadow to highlight the rugged cliffs. The composition includes sharp cliffs on the left leading to jagged peaks in the distance and a smooth sea reaching towards the horizon on the right.
Edward Lear, Capo Sant'Angelo, Amalfi, c. 1885, pen and brown ink over graphite on wove paper, Gift of William B. O'Neal, 1995.52.96

Capo Sant'Angelo, Amalfi

Edward Lear · c. 1885 · pen and brown ink over graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1995.52.96

The image features a landscape seen from an elevated perspective. The horizon is positioned about a third of the way down from the top, with a cliffside extending into the distance. There are structural elements resembling buildings or ruins. The brushstrokes are loose and impressionistic, capturing the scenery with fluid strokes. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of gray to create contrasts and depth. Closest to us are trees framed by dark, broad brushstrokes on the right, with more nebulous forms on the left. The landscape transitions into rocky terrain and the cliff, creating depth towards the horizon.
Edward Lear, View across a Bay (Monaco), 1884/1885, gray wash and black wash on card, Joseph F. McCrindle Collection, 2010.93.38

View across a Bay (Monaco)

Edward Lear · 1884/1885 · gray wash and black wash on card ·  Accession ID  2010.93.38

The image depicts an elevated view of a vast landscape with a high horizon and open sky stretching into the distance. On the horizon, there are faint outlines of distant hills or mountains. To the right, there is a building complex on a cliff overlooking a river below. The brushstrokes are loose and fluid, emphasizing natural land contours. The color palette is muted grays and off-whites, creating an atmospheric depth. In the foreground, there is rocky terrain with indistinct shapes that may represent animals.
Edward Lear, Goats Resting above a River Gorge (Narni, Italy), 1884/1885, gray wash on card, Joseph F. McCrindle Collection, 2010.93.34

Goats Resting above a River Gorge (Narni, Italy)

Edward Lear · 1884/1885 · gray wash on card ·  Accession ID  2010.93.34

The image shows a wide expanse of water leading to a distant landscape. The horizon line is high in the image, just below mountain peaks. The mountain range transitions from water to sky. The brushstrokes are soft and mimic natural contours. The color palette is primarily shades of gray with some lighter areas. Buildings are seen nestled into the mountains. The overall atmosphere is calm with minimal color contrast.
Edward Lear, Taggia, 1884/1885, black and gray wash with white gouache on card, Joseph F. McCrindle Collection, 2010.93.30

Taggia

Edward Lear · 1884/1885 · black and gray wash with white gouache on card ·  Accession ID  2010.93.30

The image displays a landscape seen from an elevated perspective. On the left side, there are ruins of a structure with an arched doorway and tall trees. In the distance, mountains rise with a series of arches, possibly an aqueduct, running horizontally. The horizon is in the top third of the image. The artist used a wash technique with soft brushstrokes. The color palette is limited to shades of gray, accentuating light and shadow.
Edward Lear, Campagna di Roma, 1884/1885, gray wash over traces of graphite on card, Joseph F. McCrindle Collection, 2010.93.28

Campagna di Roma

Edward Lear · 1884/1885 · gray wash over traces of graphite on card ·  Accession ID  2010.93.28

The image shows a landscape with mountains in the background. The brushstrokes are loose and capture the details of the trees and the building on the mountainside. The color palette is monochromatic, ranging from light gray to deep charcoal. A small figure is visible on a path.
Edward Lear, A Town on a Hilltop (Sanctuary of Lampedusa), 1884/1885, gray wash with touches of pen and black ink on card, Joseph F. McCrindle Collection, 2010.93.31

A Town on a Hilltop (Sanctuary of Lampedusa)

Edward Lear · 1884/1885 · gray wash with touches of pen and black ink on card ·  Accession ID  2010.93.31

The image shows a landscape with mountains in the distance. The viewpoint is slightly elevated, offering a clear view of the land extending towards the mountains. The horizon is positioned about one-third from the top, separating the land from the sky, with mountains and a peak emitting smoke visible. In the foreground, there is dense foliage depicted with loose brushstrokes, creating texture and depth. The style appears to be using soft washes and subtle lines, possibly in watercolor or ink. The color palette is predominantly gray, creating a muted and serene atmosphere. The sky in the distance shows minimal clouds.
Edward Lear, Napoli, 1884/1885, gray and black wash over traces of graphite on card, Joseph F. McCrindle Collection, 2010.93.40

Napoli

Edward Lear · 1884/1885 · gray and black wash over traces of graphite on card ·  Accession ID  2010.93.40

The image shows a landscape sketch featuring an ancient Egyptian scene. The point of view is slightly elevated, capturing palm trees and ruins in an expansive setting. Stone structures and temple remnants are visible against the sky, with palm trees and distant mountains in the background. The sketch uses loose brushstrokes in shades of gray and black, creating a soft, atmospheric quality. Water buffalo are depicted near a body of water, adding life to the scene. The palette is limited to grayscale tones, providing depth to the landscape.
Edward Lear, Thebes, 1884/1885, black and gray wash over traces of graphite on card, Joseph F. McCrindle Collection, 2010.93.36

Thebes

Edward Lear · 1884/1885 · black and gray wash over traces of graphite on card ·  Accession ID  2010.93.36

The image shows rock formations surrounding a body of water, viewed at water level. There is a lack of clearly defined horizon. The rocks have vertical lines, creating a sense of grandeur. The brushstrokes vary in texture, depicting the surfaces of the rocks. The color scheme is mainly grayscale, using light and shadow for depth. Watercolors are used for a subtle, naturalistic appearance with gentle contrast.
Edward Lear, River Winding through a Rock Formation (Philae, Egypt), 1884/1885, gray wash on card, Joseph F. McCrindle Collection, 2010.93.33

River Winding through a Rock Formation (Philae, Egypt)

Edward Lear · 1884/1885 · gray wash on card ·  Accession ID  2010.93.33

The image shows a view from above of an open area with tall trees, obscuring the horizon. In the distance, there is a building with dome-shaped roofs and a small group of people nearby. The brushstrokes are loose and sketch-like, emphasizing texture over detail. The color palette is monochromatic in various shades of gray.
Edward Lear, Mahatta, 1884/1885, gray wash on wove paper, Joseph F. McCrindle Collection, 2010.93.35

Mahatta

Edward Lear · 1884/1885 · gray wash on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2010.93.35