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  • 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.

    Black Stallion

    Paul Landacre, Torch Press, The Woodcut Society

    1940

    Wood engraving  Accession ID  1943.3.5323

    Not on view
  • The image shows a landscape viewed from an elevated perspective. Rolling hills and a winding road are visible, with mountains in the distance against a sky with a few scattered clouds. The road leads to a small farm with several buildings, probably a barn and a farmhouse with silos nearby. A forested area extends towards the base of the mountains. The image has detailed linework, creating texture and depth through hatch marks and stippling. The color palette is monochromatic, mainly black and white, emphasizing contrast and accentuating the textures and lines in the scene. The fields closest to the viewer show textured lines suggestive of tilled earth or crops.

    Down Montgomery Way, Vermont

    Asa Cheffetz, Torch Press, The Woodcut Society

    1940

    Wood engraving in black  Accession ID  1943.3.2787

    Not on view
  • This is a print of a fox on a dotted surface with curving roots surrounding it. The fox is curled up with its head turned towards us, its fur depicted with fine white and black lines. Its fluffy tail lies on the ground, and its paws are tucked in towards its body. Curving, flowing lines around the fox depict leaves, tree roots, and branches. The print is surrounded by a border of off-white paper.

    Fox

    Agnes Miller Parker, Torch Press, The Woodcut Society

    1940 (published 1941)

    Wood engraving in black  Accession ID  1943.3.6713

    Not on view
  • The image shows a straight-on and slightly elevated view of a dense and lush jungle scene. The thick canopy of trees and foliage obscures the horizon, focusing attention on the jungle interior. The textured tree trunks are depicted with strong, varied cross-hatching brushstrokes. The monochromatic color palette highlights intricate details of plants and trees. Close to the viewer, large leaves and dense undergrowth can be seen, with two figures near a small pool of water. In the background, thick foliage forms an impenetrable wall of greenery.

    The Forest Pool

    John Buckland Wright, Torch Press, The Woodcut Society

    1939

    Wood engraving in black  Accession ID  1943.3.8835

    Not on view
  • The image shows a landscape with a low horizon, guiding the eye towards distant hills and a body of water. In the foreground, a wagon carrying a haystack is pulled by two horses, with a person walking beside it. There is a thatched structure to the right. The sky dominates the composition with patches of white and blue. The painting technique is smooth, and the color palette includes browns, greens, and pastels.

    The Stack Yard

    Eric Slater, Torch Press, The Woodcut Society

    1938

    Color woodcut  Accession ID  1947.7.108

    Not on view
  • The image shows two peacocks perched on branches in a natural setting. The artwork is done using a detailed monochrome technique, highlighting the patterns on the peacocks' plumage. The birds are sitting on tree branches with leafy vines, and their tails elegantly cascade down. Below the birds, there are some flowers, and the use of light and shadow adds a dramatic effect to the composition.

    Repose

    Lionel Lindsay, Torch Press, The Woodcut Society

    1938

    Wood engraving in black  Accession ID  1943.3.8938

    Not on view
  • This is a drawing of a winged figure blowing a trumpet in a scene with a cityscape engulfed in flames and smoke. The figure has detailed wings and is floating above the chaotic city. There are dynamic lines and forms that convey movement and drama. Expansive wings are intricately detailed with feathers, and comets are streaking across the sky. The cityscape has tall buildings and structures with sharp angles, giving emphasis to an urban setting. Textures and cross-hatching techniques are used to add depth and contrast to the scene.

    The Last Trumpet

    Boris Artzybasheff, Torch Press, The Woodcut Society

    1937

    Wood engraving in black  Accession ID  2008.115.708

    Not on view
  • The image shows three figures using pitchforks to work on straw or other material. They wear wide-brimmed hats and are positioned off-center, leaning into their work with dynamic movement. The precise line work emphasizes textures and shadows. In the background, there is a circular structure resembling a large mechanism, possibly a water wheel, set against a dark tree. The landscape features undulating hills in the distance. The color palette is mainly black and white.

    Winnowers, Majorca

    Clare Leighton, Torch Press, The Woodcut Society

    1937 (published 1939)

    Wood engraving in black  Accession ID  1943.3.8940

    Not on view
  • The image shows a landscape with a horse and rider near a detailed tree on the left. The rider, wearing a hat, is turned slightly to the side on a dirt path. In the background, there is a low horizon with land, a fence, and bushes. The sky takes up the top portion with horizontal cloud formations. The artwork features intricate brushstrokes or etching lines creating texture and depth in the tree leaves and horse. The color scheme is monochromatic with various black and grey tones. The piece is framed with a thin border.

    Morning

    Thomas W. Nason, Torch Press, The Woodcut Society

    1937

    Color wood engraving  Accession ID  1943.3.6704

    Not on view
  • This is an image of a muscular, winged figure playing a trumpet-like instrument above a cityscape with flowing clouds and falling stars. The central figure is in an athletic pose, with dynamic lines and curves enhancing the sense of movement. The wings are intricately detailed. Below, city buildings and a mix of modern and historical architectural elements can be seen. Swirling clouds and falling stars create an ethereal atmosphere. The monochrome palette enhances contrasts and textures, adding intensity. The style is reminiscent of early 20th-century fantasy art, blending art deco with classical mythology.

    The Last Trumpet

    Boris Artzybasheff, Torch Press, The Woodcut Society

    1937

    Wood engraving in black  Accession ID  1943.3.1433

    Not on view
  • The image shows a large anchor surrounded by various species of fish and intricate coral formations. The color palette consists of black ink on a cream background. The anchor is positioned diagonally across the center of the image, with coral textures filling the surrounding spaces. Fish of different shapes and sizes are scattered throughout the scene, swimming in various directions. Seaweed and additional coral structures add depth to the composition.

    Lost Anchor

    Robert Gibbings, Torch Press, The Woodcut Society

    1936

    Wood engraving in black  Accession ID  1943.3.4620

    Not on view
  • The image shows a rural landscape with fields, a farmhouse, barns, and trees. The sky has dynamic clouds. The style resembles a woodcut or engraving with detailed lines for texture. The color palette is monochromatic in shades of black, white, and grey. The fields close to us have dotted patterns. The fields in the distance ripple towards the farmhouse. Light and shadow create depth and tranquility.

    Midsummer Vermont

    Asa Cheffetz, Torch Press, The Woodcut Society

    1936

    Wood engraving in black  Accession ID  1943.3.2786

    Not on view