Ashley Bryan

American, 1923 - 2022

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This is a drawing of three figures, a horse, and some sheep. The figures are arranged closely together, with one of them holding a small child. The adult figures have halos around their heads. The horse stands nearby, watching over the group, while the sheep are depicted at their feet. The drawing is monochromatic, with bold black lines against a plain background. The style of the drawing emphasizes the use of line and form.
Ashley Bryan, Weary Traveler, 1982, linocut on wove paper, Gift of the The Ashley Bryan Center in honor of Ruth Fine, 2024.135.4

Weary Traveler

Ashley Bryan · 1982 · linocut on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2024.135.4

The image is a print featuring three figures, all shown in full length within a square frame. The first figure on the left is standing and facing slightly towards the left with their right arm bent and left arm hanging down. The second figure is crouched or kneeling in the center, with their right arm raised and head turned towards the left side of the image. The third figure on the right is depicted in motion, with a dynamic posture leaning forwards and arms bent. The facial features of the figures are depicted with strong lines, and their hair is dark and roughly styled. The clothing appears to be casual, with the middle figure wearing a dress-like garment, and the third figure wearing a hat and a jacket with stripes. No jewelry is depicted, and the figures are not holding any objects. The background is plain with simple line work suggesting movement or wind.
Ashley Bryan, Hail! Hail! Hail!, 1982, linocut on wove paper, Gift of the The Ashley Bryan Center in honor of Ruth Fine, 2024.135.3

Hail! Hail! Hail!

Ashley Bryan · 1982 · linocut on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2024.135.3

The image is a graphic print showing the upper part of two figures: one adult and one child. The adult figure, positioned on the right side and slightly tilted towards the child, occupies most of the frame. This figure has prominent facial features, including arched eyebrows, a slightly downcast gaze, and lips shaped as if in speech or contemplation. The hair is dark, with visible strands, and frames the face closely. The adult is wearing a decorative piece of clothing with circular patterns around the neck and large hoop earrings that are clearly visible. The child to the left has a round face with short, textured hair, and the gaze looks slightly downward. The child’s facial features include small, round eyes and a full set of lips. Their garment appears simple, with a high neckline. The background features swirling or radiating lines that suggest either a patterned wall or an abstract environment, without specific identifiable objects. The entire piece is monochromatic, using strong black lines against a lighter background to define the figures and their surroundings.
Ashley Bryan, Mary Had A Baby, 1974, linocut on wove paper, Gift of the The Ashley Bryan Center in honor of John Wilmerding, 2024.135.2

Mary Had A Baby

Ashley Bryan · 1974 · linocut on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2024.135.2

This is a drawing of a scene with two lions and a figure between them. The artwork features a central figure huddled among two lions. Above them is a swirling sky with an angelic figure watching over the scene. The words "DANIEL...DELIVER...DANIEL" are inscribed in the upper portion of the image. The composition uses bold black lines against a lighter background. The facial expressions of the lions and the central figure convey a sense of drama and emotion.
Ashley Bryan, Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel?, 1974, linocut on wove paper, Gift of the The Ashley Bryan Center in honor of John Wilmerding, 2024.135.1

Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel?

Ashley Bryan · 1974 · linocut on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2024.135.1