Frederick T. Reynolds

Reynolds, Frederick Thomas

American, 1882 - 1945

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The image shows a detailed front view of a grand cathedral's facade. It is depicted head-on, likely from street level. The horizon aligns with the base of the cathedral, emphasizing its height. The scene is rendered in a fine line drawing style, showcasing intricate architectural details such as a rose window, carvings, and pointed arches typical of Gothic architecture. The color palette is monochromatic, with shades of gray and black. Near the cathedral, two smaller buildings flank the street leading up to it. Their walls and windows are drawn with similar detail, creating depth in the scene.
John Taylor Arms, Frederick T. Reynolds, Peter J. Platt, Gothic Glory, Sens Cathedral, 1929, etching in black on gray laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Estate of Virginia Livingston Hunt through the Washington Home for Incurables, 1969), 2015.19.2499

Gothic Glory, Sens Cathedral

John Taylor Arms, Frederick T. Reynolds, Peter J. Platt · 1929 · etching in black on gray laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2499

This is a drawing of a Gothic-style church tower. The architectural drawing shows a detailed depiction of an intricately designed Gothic church façade with a centrally positioned, ornately decorated tower. The tower features classic Gothic elements such as pointed arches, decorative tracery, and a series of spires and finials. Flanking the tower are buildings with steeply pitched roofs and chimneys, suggesting an old-world architectural style. The drawing showcases intricate stonework and sculptural elements that emphasize the height and grandeur of the church tower, highlighting its historical and architectural significance.
John Taylor Arms, Frederick T. Reynolds, Chicago Society of Etchers, Saint Germain L'Auxerrois, Paris, 1928, etching in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1082

Saint Germain L'Auxerrois, Paris

John Taylor Arms, Frederick T. Reynolds, Chicago Society of Etchers · 1928 · etching in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1082

The image depicts an elevated view of a village within a rocky hillside landscape. The horizon is high in the image, showing distant hills and fields. The detailed line work typical of etching illustrates the rocks, foliage, and buildings. The color palette is monochromatic with sepia shades, giving an aged appearance. The scene includes sloping terrain leading to buildings with trees and growth, showing an integration of nature and architecture. Towards the back, buildings are seen perched on cliffs, with a tall structure at the highest point.
John Taylor Arms, Frederick T. Reynolds, Rocamadour, 1926-1927, etching in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1080

Rocamadour

John Taylor Arms, Frederick T. Reynolds · 1926-1927 · etching in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1080

The image shows a village near a steep cliff. The perspective is from below, looking up at the village on top of the rugged cliffs. The horizon is not visible due to the angle. The village structures are at the top of the composition. The image is detailed with fine lines defining the architecture and the rocky cliff texture. The color palette is sepia, giving an antique look. In the distance, the cliff extends horizontally.
John Taylor Arms, Frederick T. Reynolds, Grim Orvieto, 1926, etching in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.143.86

Grim Orvieto

John Taylor Arms, Frederick T. Reynolds · 1926 · etching in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.143.86

The sculpture features a bust of a creature with a human-like face, showing a wide grin with pronounced cheekbones, sunken eyes, and textured skin. The creature's head appears to be covered in textured ridges resembling tightly braided hair. The sculpture is depicted in monochromatic tones, primarily in shades of gray, possibly made from stone or metal with a rough surface finish. The entity gazes slightly downwards, giving an impression of an ancient being frozen in time. The detailed craftsmanship showcases grooves and textures along the face and shoulders.
John Taylor Arms, Frederick T. Reynolds, Ugly Devil, 1925, etching in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Leithauser in Honor of Frances Smyth), 2015.19.3129

Ugly Devil

John Taylor Arms, Frederick T. Reynolds · 1925 · etching in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3129

The image shows a street-level view of an architectural scene with a cathedral in the distance. The structures in the foreground have timber-framed facades with signs indicating shops and restaurants. The painting is detailed, capturing architectural elements and textures. The color palette is soft with shades of beige and brown. Light and shadow play across the scene, suggesting sunlight direction. The cathedral stands tall and grand in the distance.
John Taylor Arms, Frederick T. Reynolds, Abbeville, 1925, etching in black on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1085

Abbeville

John Taylor Arms, Frederick T. Reynolds · 1925 · etching in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1085

This is a drawing of a grand cathedral entrance. The drawing depicts an intricately carved gothic archway above large, wooden doors adorned with geometric patterns. Flanking the entrance are two rows of detailed sculptures in alcoves with columnar supports. The arch is richly decorated with relief carvings depicting various scenes and figures. The area in front of the doors consists of tiled stone steps leading up to the entrance. The texture of the stonework and artistic detailing are meticulously captured, highlighting the grandeur and historical significance of this architectural marvel.
John Taylor Arms, Frederick T. Reynolds, Spanish Jewelry, 1925, etching in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1076

Spanish Jewelry

John Taylor Arms, Frederick T. Reynolds · 1925 · etching in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1076

The image shows an urban scene seen through a stone archway, framing the view and providing depth. The perspective leads to a row of detailed buildings with various windows and balconies. The horizon is at the top of the buildings, emphasizing their heights. Stone pillars frame the scene. The brushwork is detailed, capturing the architectural intricacies. The color palette is sepia, giving a historical quality. Light and shadow create contrast, emphasizing texture and depth.
John Taylor Arms, Frederick T. Reynolds, From the Ponte Vecchio, Florence, 1925, etching and aquatint in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Estate of Virginia Livingston Hunt through the Washington Home for Incurables, 1969), 2015.19.2500

From the Ponte Vecchio, Florence

John Taylor Arms, Frederick T. Reynolds · 1925 · etching and aquatint in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2500

The image features an architectural scene viewed from a slightly elevated point. A cityscape rises gradually from close to us to the distance. The horizon is high, with a series of buildings, including a grand cathedral with spires and a tower. The buildings create a layered effect as they rise up a hill. The drawing consists of fine linework, cross-hatching, and shading to depict textures and depth. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of sepia or light brown. In the lower portion, rooftops, trees, walls, and buildings are visible. The composition is well-balanced, with the cathedral and tower providing vertical emphasis against the horizontal spread of the structures on the hillside.
John Taylor Arms, Frederick T. Reynolds, Segovia, 1924-1925, etching in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1074

Segovia

John Taylor Arms, Frederick T. Reynolds · 1924-1925 · etching in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1074

The image shows ducks flying through the sky. The horizon is in the upper third of the image, with a flat expanse of land and sparse vegetation visible. The brushstrokes are precise and delicate, defining the birds and landscape. The color palette is monochromatic in shades of sepia or black. Ducks are taking off from a marshy area with reeds, while others are seen soaring in the sky. The sky has softly etched clouds, adding depth to the scene.
Frank Weston Benson, Frederick T. Reynolds, Chicago Society of Etchers, Flying Ducks, 1919, etching in black, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.1457

Flying Ducks

Frank Weston Benson, Frederick T. Reynolds, Chicago Society of Etchers · 1919 · etching in black ·  Accession ID  1943.3.1457