Artworks associated with “Title Page: Beast”

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  • The image displays a large rectangular shape with straight edges. The color of the shape is a rusty orange, filling the entire frame.

    A Little Bestiary

    Helen Siegl

    1961

    Portfolio of nine woodcuts, including title page, and colophon  Accession ID  1964.8.2860-2868

    Not on view
  • This image depicts a lion and is accompanied by descriptive text. The lion's face is stylized and bold, featuring expressive eyes and a detailed mane. Its tail can be seen curling upwards. Below the illustration, there is English text describing the lion's nature, mentioning its fierceness when hungry and its gentler demeanor when satisfied.

    Lion

    Helen Siegl

    1961

    Woodcut  Accession ID  1964.8.2861

    Not on view
  • This is a drawing of a mermaid holding a fish. The drawing features a mermaid with a fish's tail, scales, and long hair, depicted alongside a fish in its arms. The image uses a monochromatic, woodcut-style presentation framed at the top part of the page. Below the drawing is a block of text that describes the mermaids called Nereides, noting their rough and scaled bodies even in their parts that resemble a woman.

    Nereides

    Helen Siegl

    1961

    Woodcut  Accession ID  1964.8.2862

    Not on view
  • This is a drawing of a rhinoceros. The image depicts a stylized representation of a rhinoceros with decorative patterns on its body and a slightly abstract, woodcut quality. The rhino is positioned within a rectangular frame at the top of the page. Below the illustration, there is a block of text in a serif font written in both Latin and English that describes the strength and power of the rhinoceros. The texture of the illustration suggests a traditional print-making technique like a woodcut or linocut, giving the image a tactile, etched appearance.

    Rhinoceros

    Helen Siegl

    1961

    Woodcut  Accession ID  1964.8.2863

    Not on view
  • This is a drawing of a camel accompanied by text. The drawing features a textured illustration of a camel within a rectangular frame. The camel is depicted with two prominent humps and has a shaggy appearance, captured in a style that suggests a monoprint or woodcut technique. Below the image of the camel, there is a block of text rendered in a simple, classic font. The text reads, "CAMELS · THOSE CAMELS WHICH ARE CONCEIVED BY BORES ARE THE STRONGEST, AND FALL NOT SO QUICKLY IN TO THE MYRE AS OTHER, ALTHOUGH HIS LOAD BE TWICE SO HEAVY." The overall presentation is minimalistic, with a focus on the interplay between the image and the text.

    Camel

    Helen Siegl

    1961

    Woodcut  Accession ID  1964.8.2864

    Not on view
  • This is a drawing of a crocodile with accompanying text about its behavior. The artwork features a detailed depiction of a crocodile rendered in a woodcut or linocut style, with visible texture and intricate line work emphasizing the scales and features of the crocodile. The crocodile is shown in side profile with its mouth slightly open, contained within a rectangular frame. Below the image, there is formal text that reads: "THE CROCODILE • SOME HAVE WRITTEN THAT THE CROCODILE RUNNETH AWAY FROM A MAN IF HE WINKE WITH HIS LEFT EYE, AND LOOK STEDFASTLY UPON HIM WITH HIS RIGHT EYE, BUT IF THIS BEE TRUE, IT IS NOT TO BE ATTRIBUTED TO THE VERTUE OF THE RIGHT EYE…" This combination of image and text suggests an exploration of folklore or myth associated with crocodiles, presented in a vintage or historical context. The overall presentation is simple yet striking, emphasizing both the visual and textual elements.

    Crocodile

    Helen Siegl

    1961

    Woodcut  Accession ID  1964.8.2865

    Not on view
  • This is a painting of a cat accompanied by text. The artwork features a stylized depiction of a cat within a rectangular frame. The cat is represented with bold and simple lines. Below the illustrated cat, there is a block of text written in an old-fashioned font. The passage discusses the nature of the animal. The text reflects on the consequences and virtues of loving animals. The artwork combines visual illustration and literary content, evoking a sense of historical reflection or commentary.

    Cat

    Helen Siegl

    1961

    Woodcut  Accession ID  1964.8.2866

    Not on view
  • The image shows a stylized drawing of an elephant surrounded by flowers. The elephant is in profile, standing among tall plants. The artwork is monochromatic and resembles a woodcut. Below the image is a block of text describing the elephant's love for pleasant scents and flowers, and how their keepers take them to flower meadows in summer. The text complements the illustration.

    Elephant

    Helen Siegl

    1961

    Woodcut  Accession ID  1964.8.2867

    Not on view
  • The image shows a creature similar to a dragon with a long snout, sharp teeth, a bushy mane, a curled body, and textured scales or feathers. Below the drawing is a block of text that reads: "DRAGONS · THERE BE SOME WHICH BY CERTAINE INCHAUNTING VERSES DOE TAME DRAGONS, AND RYDETH UPON THEIR NECKS, AS A MAN WOULD RIDE UPON A HORSE, GUIDING AND GOVERNING THEM WITH A BRIDLE." The paper has a textured, parchment-like appearance.

    Dragon

    Helen Siegl

    1961

    Woodcut  Accession ID  1964.8.2868

    Not on view

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