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Mr. Arthur E. Vershbow

Vershbow, Arthur E. Mr.
Vershbow, Charlotte Mrs.

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This is a drawing of a queue at a ticket booth. The image shows a crowd of individuals, some with top hats, gathered around a small ticket window. Some are reaching out to buy tickets. In the background, there is a wall with posters advertising seating options and prices. The drawing depicts a historical scene of social interaction and anticipation of entertainment.
Charles Maurand, Un Guichet de théâtre, 1862, wood engraving, Gift of Arthur and Charlotte Vershbow, 1978.82.13

Un Guichet de théâtre

Charles Maurand · 1862 · wood engraving ·  Accession ID  1978.82.13

This is a print depicting various people on a stage, casting dramatic shadows on the walls. In the bottom left corner, the dark silhouettes of people watch the stage, which stretches diagonally across the scene. A thin arched pole hangs down on the stage, under which three people are gathered, two standing and one sitting, working with a hammer. On the left of the stage are three people dancing together, one person in the center with horns in mid-step, and a person on the right standing next to a goat. There are also two winged cherubs hanging from strings above the dancing figures. The shadows of these people are projected onto the wall or screen behind them, and the shadows of the three people under the arch are massive, taking up most of the print. The backdrop features faint outlines of vegetation, clouds, and a coat of arms. On the right edge, several people peek out from behind the backdrop.
Samuel van Hoogstraten, Inleyding tot de Hooge Schoole der Schilderkonst (Introduction to the Noble School of Painting), 1678, bound volume with letterpress text and 20 etchings and engravings on laid paper, Gift of Arthur and Charlotte Vershbow, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1991.21.1

Inleyding tot de Hooge Schoole der Schilderkonst (Introduction to the Noble School of Painting)

Samuel van Hoogstraten · 1678 · bound volume with letterpress text and 20 etchings and engravings on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1991.21.1

The image shows four men in side profile, positioned in a line, observing something closely. The first man leans over a surface, examining a framed object with a magnifying glass. The second man stands behind him, watching. The third man stands behind the second man, observing. The fourth man is further back, leaning forward. The background displays framed artworks or panels. The men's features are exaggerated in a cartoonish style.
Charles Maurand, L'Hotel des ventes: L'Amateur, 1863, wood engraving, Gift of Arthur and Charlotte Vershbow, 1978.82.21

L'Hotel des ventes: L'Amateur

Charles Maurand · 1863 · wood engraving ·  Accession ID  1978.82.21

This is a drawing featuring a crowd of people gazing up towards an elevated platform where a scene unfolds. The foreground shows tightly packed individuals, dressed in period attire with many men wearing top hats, staring upwards. The crowd spans the foreground. In the background, high structures can be seen, along with additional figures peering out of windows or climbing to get a better view. Lines suggest movement towards the upper right where figures appear engaged in activity. The drawing utilizes a detailed line-based technique to emphasize figures and expressions.
Charles Maurand, Les Voyageurs du dimanche, 1862, wood engraving, Gift of Arthur and Charlotte Vershbow, 1978.82.11

Les Voyageurs du dimanche

Charles Maurand · 1862 · wood engraving ·  Accession ID  1978.82.11

This is a drawing of a scene in a restaurant. The image shows a figure pouring liquid into a glass on a table, across from another seated figure. Behind them are more individuals, some engaged in conversation or dining. The room is filled with framed artworks, and there is a sign labeled "RESTAURANT" on the right. The illustration style features expressive lines and detailed texture.
Étienne, Au buffet de l'Exposition des Beaux-Arts, 1868, wood engraving, Gift of Arthur and Charlotte Vershbow, 1978.82.35

Au buffet de l'Exposition des Beaux-Arts

Étienne · 1868 · wood engraving ·  Accession ID  1978.82.35

This is a drawing of a group of people gathered around an art piece. The drawing shows individuals donning top hats and formal attire focusing on a framed artwork held by one individual. Another figure on a podium in the background seems to be gesturing with a gavel or pointer. The expressions and postures of the individuals convey curiosity and concentration. The use of line work creates a textured and detailed depiction, emphasizing the attire and features of the individuals as well as the composition of the scene.
Charles Maurand, Les Amateurs de tableaux a l'hotel Bouillon, 1862, wood engraving, Gift of Arthur and Charlotte Vershbow, 1978.82.4

Les Amateurs de tableaux a l'hotel Bouillon

Charles Maurand · 1862 · wood engraving ·  Accession ID  1978.82.4

The image shows three men in an indoor setting filled with artwork. Two men are seated, and one is standing behind them. The man on the left is bald on top with hair on the sides, wearing a coat. The man on the right has a mustache and wears a suit with a bowtie. The standing man has dark hair and is leaning forward. The seated man on the left is holding a large open book with the word "RAFFET" visible. Surrounding them are framed paintings and sculptures.
Francois Louis Schmied, Les Amateurs d'estampes, published 1920, wood engraving, Gift of Arthur and Charlotte Vershbow, 1978.82.38

Les Amateurs d'estampes

Francois Louis Schmied · published 1920 · wood engraving ·  Accession ID  1978.82.38

The image shows a crowded scene with several figures. It features four men from the waist up, with one seated at a piano and the others standing behind him. The man at the piano has expressive facial features and curly hair, focusing on playing the keys. The standing men have various facial expressions, including two who appear to be singing and one who seems amused or enthusiastic. All men are dressed in formal attire with jackets over collared shirts. The background includes indistinct figures, possibly forming a crowd, and ornate elements like a framed painting on the wall and a candle sconce, suggesting an indoor setting reminiscent of a salon or concert.
Charles Maurand, Les Chanteurs de salon, 1862, wood engraving, Gift of Arthur and Charlotte Vershbow, 1978.82.17

Les Chanteurs de salon

Charles Maurand · 1862 · wood engraving ·  Accession ID  1978.82.17

The image shows four individuals seated closely together in an enclosed space. They are positioned side by side with different expressions and postures. The first person on the far left has their eyes closed and appears to be resting, wearing a headscarf and a high-collared garment that conceals most of their face. The second person, next to them, is wearing a tall top hat and displays a serious demeanor with defined features and sunken cheeks. The third figure has curly hair peeking out from beneath a bonnet and features a pronounced nose and a long face. The last individual on the right wears a top hat and has part of his face hidden by a scarf wrapped around his neck. They are all dressed in heavy coats. The background consists of vertical lines, suggesting wood paneling or drapery, adding to the enclosed atmosphere of the scene.
Charles Maurand, Train de plaisir, 1862, wood engraving, Gift of Arthur and Charlotte Vershbow, 1978.82.3

Train de plaisir

Charles Maurand · 1862 · wood engraving ·  Accession ID  1978.82.3

The image shows three figures in focus and part of another figure. Two men are seated next to each other against a wall, shown from the mid-thigh up. They have serious expressions, with one of them having a long, pointed nose and both wearing top hats. The men are dressed in dark suits with white shirts visible underneath. In front of them, a person in a clown costume is standing and leaning forward as if in conversation. The clown figure has exaggerated facial makeup highlighting their mouth and eyes, along with a floppy hat. They wear loose, ruffled clown clothing with a large collar. In the background, there is another partially visible person in a top hat, adding depth to the scene. The space appears indoor and crowded, with a detailed line work suggesting an illustration or etching.
Étienne, Bal de l'Opera: Tu t'amuses trop!, 1868, wood engraving, Gift of Arthur and Charlotte Vershbow, 1978.82.31

Bal de l'Opera: Tu t'amuses trop!

Étienne · 1868 · wood engraving ·  Accession ID  1978.82.31