Alexander Samuel MacLeod

MacLeod, A. S.
American, born Canada, 1888 - 1956

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The image is a drawing of a person's upper body, showing their head and upper torso facing forward. The person has short, dark hair and a strong, thoughtful expression. They are wearing a military uniform with a shirt, tie, and a military cap. The background is plain paper texture.
Alexander Samuel MacLeod, Filipino Soldier, lithograph, Gift of the U.S. Army Forces, Middle Pacific, 1946.3.12

Filipino Soldier

Alexander Samuel MacLeod · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1946.3.12
The image depicts a street scene with buildings, trees, people, and a dog. The focus is on the buildings and trees, with a large spreading tree dominating the upper part. Details are rendered in black and white through precise brushstrokes. There are cylindrical objects, people sitting and standing, a dog, small crates, and a trash can on the left. Further back, a larger building is visible with more people. The color palette is monochrome with shades of black, white, and gray.
Alexander Samuel MacLeod, Off Limits, Kalihi, lithograph, Gift of the U.S. Army Forces, Middle Pacific, 1946.3.1

Off Limits, Kalihi

Alexander Samuel MacLeod · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1946.3.1
This image is an artistic drawing of a person in a military uniform, depicted in a three-quarter view position. The facial features include a serious expression with defined eyebrows and lips, and the hair is mostly covered by a military cap tilted to one side. The clothing worn is a military uniform adorned with insignia and badges on the left chest, as well as a patch on the upper right sleeve. The drawing is monochrome, using a sketching technique that emphasizes shadow and light. The background of the image is plain, featuring only a neutral tone.
Alexander Samuel MacLeod, A.J.A., 100th Infantry Battalion, lithograph, Gift of the U.S. Army Forces, Middle Pacific, 1946.3.16

A.J.A., 100th Infantry Battalion

Alexander Samuel MacLeod · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1946.3.16
This is a drawing of a line of people walking along a road. The scene depicts a group in motion. The sky overhead has dark horizontal lines and shaded areas. The ground beneath their feet appears rough with scattered debris and uneven terrain. In the foreground, there is a white animal walking alongside. The group is oriented toward the right side of the image, where part of a larger vehicle is visible. Electric poles and wires are faintly sketched in the background.
Alexander Samuel MacLeod, Okinawa Refugees, lithograph, Gift of the U.S. Army Forces, Middle Pacific, 1946.3.2

Okinawa Refugees

Alexander Samuel MacLeod · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1946.3.2
The image shows a portrait of a man with a serious expression facing slightly to the right. He has a strong jawline, deep-set eyes, and pronounced cheekbones. He wears a snug cloth cap and a simple shirt with a broad collar that is open at the neck. There are no visible accessories or objects in the plain background.
Alexander Samuel MacLeod, Hawaiian Soldier, lithograph, Gift of the U.S. Army Forces, Middle Pacific, 1946.3.3

Hawaiian Soldier

Alexander Samuel MacLeod · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1946.3.3
The image shows a drawing of a building partially obscured by tropical vegetation. The viewer is positioned at ground level, offering a direct view of the scene with dense palm trees and other plants dominating the composition. The brushwork is detailed with fine strokes capturing the texture of the vegetation. The color palette is monochromatic in shades of black and grey. A large tree with sprawling branches is prominent in the foreground, while the building with a columned entrance is centered in the middle. Palm trees create a border around the scene.
Alexander Samuel MacLeod, Headquarters, AFMIDPAC, lithograph, Gift of the U.S. Army Forces, Middle Pacific, 1946.3.17

Headquarters, AFMIDPAC

Alexander Samuel MacLeod · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1946.3.17