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Mr. and Mrs. John Davis Hatch

he: 1907 - 1996; she: died 1983

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This is a drawing of a gathering or ceremony. The composition includes a group of figures, some standing and some seated around a table-like structure. The figures are drawn in an outline style with minimal detail to their faces or clothing. The setting is suggested by oval shapes and swirling clouds in the background. The design gives the impression of a preliminary study capturing movement and layout.
Benjamin West, George III Resuming Royal Power in 1789, c. 1789, pen and brown ink with brown wash on laid paper mounted to board, John Davis Hatch Collection, Andrew W. Mellon Fund and Avalon Fund, 1980.4.6

George III Resuming Royal Power in 1789

Benjamin West · c. 1789 · pen and brown ink with brown wash on laid paper mounted to board ·  Accession ID  1980.4.6

The image contains swirling lines and elongated shapes forming an abstract composition resembling a surreal landscape. The central shape is tall and rectangular. Surrounding it are curved, flowing lines and rounded forms, creating an abstract scene blending architecture with nature.
Oscar F. Bluemner, Study for a Painting, 1929, graphite on tracing paper, John Davis Hatch Collection, 1979.41.1

Study for a Painting

Oscar F. Bluemner · 1929 · graphite on tracing paper ·  Accession ID  1979.41.1

The image depicts an aerial view overlooking a body of water. The horizon is positioned high, showing water meeting distant land and the sky. Mountains or hills are subtly indicated in the distance with light pencil lines. The drawing style is loose with delicate strokes defining the rocky landscape. The color scheme is monochromatic, with various shades of gray on beige paper. The water reflects minimal detail, suggesting a calm scene, with small sailboats adding points of interest.
John William Casilear, Hudson Highlands, 1860s, graphite with touches of white heightening on laid paper, John Davis Hatch Collection, Avalon Fund, 1981.4.1

Hudson Highlands

John William Casilear · 1860s · graphite with touches of white heightening on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1981.4.1

This image is a sketch of a person in historical formal attire. The person is depicted standing with one hand resting on a surface, legs crossed at the ankles. The face is drawn with basic features and the hair is tied back. The attire includes a long coat, waistcoat, breeches, and buckled shoes. In the background, there are faint lines and a grid, suggesting this is an unfinished drawing.
John Singleton Copley, A Gentleman, 1776/1780, graphite and white chalk on gray-washed laid paper, squared with graphite, John Davis Hatch Collection, Andrew W. Mellon Fund and Avalon Fund, 1980.4.3

A Gentleman

John Singleton Copley · 1776/1780 · graphite and white chalk on gray-washed laid paper, squared with graphite ·  Accession ID  1980.4.3

Frederic Edwin Church, Magdalena River, New Granada, Equador, 1853, graphite heightened with white on wove paper, John Davis Hatch Collection, Avalon Fund, 1981.4.2

Magdalena River, New Granada, Equador

Frederic Edwin Church · 1853 · graphite heightened with white on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1981.4.2

The image depicts a landscape with a body of water, likely a river, stretching horizontally. Hills and mountain slopes meet the sky in the background. The style is characterized by delicate pencil strokes, shading defining hills, rocky outcrops, and foliage. Rugged terrain with sparse vegetation is detailed with various plants and trees. The color palette is subdued and monochromatic, using pencil and faint white highlights to imply light and shadow. Small sailboats are seen in the distance on the water.
John William Casilear, North from Storm King, 1850s, graphite heightened with white on light green wove paper, John Davis Hatch Collection, Avalon Fund, 1981.4.6

North from Storm King

John William Casilear · 1850s · graphite heightened with white on light green wove paper ·  Accession ID  1981.4.6

The image depicts a person seated on a textured surface, shown in a side profile. The person's body is slightly bent forward, with their head tilted downwards. Their facial features are suggested with soft lines, and their hair is drawn dark and pulled back. The individual wears a short-sleeved top, a dark skirt or dress, and shoes. They are holding an item, and the background is an unadorned surface.
Raphael Soyer, Mending the Hem, black crayon on wove paper, John Davis Hatch Collection, 1979.41.11

Mending the Hem

Raphael Soyer · · black crayon on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1979.41.11

The image shows a sketch of a person's head and shoulders, emphasizing the face with details such as a furrowed brow, prominent cheekbones, and a grin. The person has curly, unkempt hair. The clothing is loosely suggested. The drawing is monochromatic, with the name "JEROME MYERS" and the year "1928" inscribed in the lower right corner.
Jerome Myers, Self-Portrait, 1922, red, black, and white chalk on laid paper, John Davis Hatch Collection, 1979.41.9

Self-Portrait

Jerome Myers · 1922 · red, black, and white chalk on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1979.41.9

The image shows a person standing upright, facing away from the viewer. The person has short hair in a bun at the base of their neck and is unclothed. The background is a plain, lightly textured surface.
Harrison Keller, Standing Nude, graphite and (pastel?), John Davis Hatch Collection, 1979.41.7

Standing Nude

Harrison Keller · · graphite and (pastel?) ·  Accession ID  1979.41.7

Winslow Homer, Four Boys on a Beach, 1873, graphite with watercolor and gouache on wove paper, John Davis Hatch Collection, Andrew W. Mellon Fund, 1979.19.1

Four Boys on a Beach

Winslow Homer · 1873 · graphite with watercolor and gouache on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1979.19.1