Georges Lallemand

French, 1598 or before - 1640

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This is a drawing of four people in conversation, with two central figures exchanging a document or object. The figures are depicted in an elaborate scene, each adorned in richly textured clothing. The characters engage with one another, creating a narrative of dialogue or exchange. The artwork is rendered with a high degree of contrast using bold lines and shading, capturing the expressive features and gestures of the figures.
Ludwig Büsinck, The Procuress, 1620-1640, color chiaroscuro woodcut on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1973.59.2

The Procuress

Ludwig Büsinck · 1620-1640 · color chiaroscuro woodcut on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1973.59.2

The image shows a person standing at the center, gazing outward. The person has curly hair, slightly pursed lips, and detailed facial features. They wear draped garments with a belt-like tie, and hold an object in their right hand. Another person holds a tray nearby. The background has abstract, flowing lines.
Ludwig Büsinck, Judith and Holofernes, 1620-1640, chiaroscuro woodcut printed from 3 blocks: black line block and 2 tones blocks in shades of brown on laid paper, Gift of Philip and Judith Benedict, 1997.88.5

Judith and Holofernes

Ludwig Büsinck · 1620-1640 · chiaroscuro woodcut printed from 3 blocks: black line block and 2 tones blocks in shades of brown on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1997.88.5

The image shows a seated elderly figure, depicted from the lower legs upward, including their head and upper body. The person is positioned with one knee raised and the other foot slightly tucked beneath, leaning slightly back against a rock or tree. They have a long, flowing beard and thick, wavy hair with two short projections at the top. The individual wears a long robe with drapery and holds a staff in their left hand, while their right hand rests on large tablets. The background features trees and rocky outcroppings, and the image is in sepia tones.
Ludwig Büsinck, Melchior Tavernier, Moses with the Tablets of Law, 1620-1640, chiaroscuro woodcut (black line block and two brown tone blocks), Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1981.52.1

Moses with the Tablets of Law

Ludwig Büsinck, Melchior Tavernier · 1620-1640 · chiaroscuro woodcut (black line block and two brown tone blocks) ·  Accession ID  1981.52.1

This is a drawing of three figures. The central figure is carrying two smaller figures on their shoulder. They seem to be in motion, with a chaotic and fiery background. The figures display distress and vulnerability. The drawing features intricate linework and depicts a cityscape with smoke and flames on the left and vegetation on the right.
Ludwig Büsinck, Aeneas Saving His Father from Troy, chiaroscuro woodcut printed from two blocks in tan and black, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1984.79.1

Aeneas Saving His Father from Troy

Ludwig Büsinck · · chiaroscuro woodcut printed from two blocks in tan and black ·  Accession ID  1984.79.1