Maximilien Luce

French, 1858 - 1941

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The image shows a person standing sideways, facing a workbench or table. The individual is wearing a cap and appears to have short hair, or their hair is concealed by the cap. Their facial features are indistinct due to the shading of the sketch. They are dressed in a long-sleeve shirt with rolled-up sleeves and pants secured with a belt. There are objects on the table in front of them, suggesting manual work or crafting. The background includes a window above the person's head, casting light onto the scene.
Maximilien Luce, Auguste Delâtre au travail (Auguste Delâtre at Work), 1895, etching in blue-black on wove paper, Virginia and Ira Jackson Collection, gift in memory of Virginia H. Jackson, 1996.151.82

Auguste Delâtre au travail (Auguste Delâtre at Work)

Maximilien Luce · 1895 · etching in blue-black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1996.151.82
The image shows a person standing and working at a table. The person is slightly seen from the side, with their arms extended forward, manipulating objects on the table. The person has distinct facial features with a profile view and is wearing a flat cap. They are dressed in a loose-fitting outfit, likely a shirt with rolled-up sleeves, and trousers. The setting seems to be indoors, possibly a workshop or kitchen, with a table holding objects like tools and materials. The background shows walls with a simple pattern or texture and a small window. The image appears to be a sketch or etching, focusing on light and shadow.
Maximilien Luce, Auguste Delâtre au travail (Auguste Delâtre at Work), 1895, etching in brown on heavy japan paper, Virginia and Ira Jackson Collection, gift in memory of Virginia H. Jackson, 1996.151.81

Auguste Delâtre au travail (Auguste Delâtre at Work)

Maximilien Luce · 1895 · etching in brown on heavy japan paper ·  Accession ID  1996.151.81
This is a photograph of an album cover. The cover features the title "l'Epreuve" and the subtitle "Album d'Art" in serif font located at the top right side of the image. The background is a minimalist light beige, showcasing a simple and classic design with no additional imagery or decoration. The texture of the paper is slightly visible, adding depth to the overall look.
Maurice Dumont, Alphonse Osbert, Eugène Martel, Paul Gauguin, Pierre Puvis de Chavannes, Paul Sérusier, Louis Valtat, Jules Emmanuel Valadon, Henri Lerolle, Maximilien Luce, Félicien Rops, L'Épreuve (album 4, deluxe edition), 1895, portfolio, Virginia and Ira Jackson Collection, gift in memory of Virginia H. Jackson, 1996.151.67-88

L'Épreuve (album 4, deluxe edition)

Maurice Dumont, Alphonse Osbert, Eugène Martel, Paul Gauguin, Pierre Puvis de Chavannes, Paul Sérusier, Louis Valtat, Jules Emmanuel Valadon, Henri Lerolle, Maximilien Luce, Félicien Rops · 1895 · portfolio ·  Accession ID  1996.151.67-88
The image shows a cliffside overlooking the ocean. The rugged cliff rises sharply from the water on the right side of the image. The horizon is low, leaving a large expanse of sky. Clouds of various shapes are scattered in the sky. Waves with whitecaps crash against the base of the cliffs. The brushstrokes are dynamic and vibrant, creating a sense of motion and texture in the water and cliffs. The color palette is vivid, with rich blues and greens in the sea and sky, contrasting with warm oranges and reds of the cliffs.
Maximilien Luce, The Sea at Camaret (La mer a Camaret), color lithograph, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1974.63.2

The Sea at Camaret (La mer a Camaret)

Maximilien Luce · color lithograph ·  Accession ID  1974.63.2
The image features a sketch of two individuals in an interior setting. One individual, depicted standing upright from the side, has neatly styled hair pulled back into a bun and is wearing a long skirt and jacket. The other individual, seated at a table, is mostly shown from the back and partially obscured by the table. This person appears to have short hair or is bald and is wearing a jacket. There are no details about the activity at the table. The background of the sketch shows room interiors with lines representing walls and a piece of furniture, possibly a cabinet or shelf. Cross-hatching is used to add texture and depth to the figures and the room.
Maximilien Luce, A Man and Woman in an Interior, pen and black ink over graphite on tan wove paper, Joseph F. McCrindle Collection, 2009.70.158

A Man and Woman in an Interior

Maximilien Luce · pen and black ink over graphite on tan wove paper ·  Accession ID  2009.70.158
The image features a sketch of a wooded scene, viewed from ground level looking into the forest. The horizon is not distinctly visible. The focus is on the trees and their canopies. The brushstrokes vary, with broad strokes forming the foliage and quick lines depicting the trunks and branches. The strokes create a dynamic texture suggesting a natural forest environment. The color palette is monochromatic, with shades of black and gray on tan or sepia-toned paper. Dark tree trunks frame a lighter area beyond, hinting at an opening or path.
Maximilien Luce, A Forest Glade with a Stream, charcoal with gray wash on wove paper, Joseph F. McCrindle Collection, 2009.70.157

A Forest Glade with a Stream

Maximilien Luce · charcoal with gray wash on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2009.70.157
The image shows a grassy field with two figures - a standing woman and a seated man - surrounded by trees. In the background, there are rooftops, chimneys, colorful foliage, and a haystack. The sky above the horizon has saffron and ochre tones. The brushstrokes are in a pointillist style with vibrant colors depicting light and shadow. The color palette includes greens, blues, yellows, oranges, and cooler tones for the figures' clothing and shadows.
Maximilien Luce, Under the Apple Trees, Near Gisors (Sous les pommiers, environs de Gisors), color lithograph, Rosenwald Collection, 1963.11.151

Under the Apple Trees, Near Gisors (Sous les pommiers, environs de Gisors)

Maximilien Luce · color lithograph ·  Accession ID  1963.11.151
The image depicts a sketchy landscape scene created with loose black pencil strokes. The horizon line is suggested with irregular lines indicating vegetation and structures in the distance. There are vertical elements possibly representing trees or columns, along with water suggested by wavy lines and a rectangular shape. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of gray. The pencil technique consists of quick, varied directional strokes, giving the composition an impressionistic and dynamic feel.
Maximilien Luce, A Bridge over the Seine in Paris, pen and brown ink with graphite on thin card, Joseph F. McCrindle Collection, 2009.70.159

A Bridge over the Seine in Paris

Maximilien Luce · pen and brown ink with graphite on thin card ·  Accession ID  2009.70.159
The image depicts a coastal landscape viewed from an elevated vantage point. The horizon divides the sea and sky, with soft, pastel clouds above. In the left half of the image, there are houses with dark rooftops on a slope. The brushstrokes are light and impressionistic, emphasizing texture and color blending. The color palette includes bright greens, earthy tones, vibrant blues of the water and sky, and hints of orange and yellow. Rocks, grass, and a curving coastline with cliffs descending into the sea are visible.
Maximilien Luce, Camaret, color lithograph, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1974.63.1

Camaret

Maximilien Luce · color lithograph ·  Accession ID  1974.63.1
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Various Artists, Gustave Coquiot, Pierre Bonnard, Georges Bottini, Marc Chagall, Maurice Delcourt, André Derain, Raoul Dufy, Pierre Laprade, Marie Laurencin, Maximilien Luce, Luc Albert Moreau, Albert Marquet, Pablo Picasso, Maurice Utrillo, Kees van Dongen, Suzanne Valadon, Maurice de Vlaminck · 1926 · bound volume with 41 halftone illustrations ·  Accession ID  2006.155.13