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Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Lewis

R.E. Lewis and Daughter

American, he: born 1923

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This is a drawing of a bustling street scene full of noise and activity. In the center, a woman carries a large vessel on her head while others around her are engaged in various activities, like playing musical instruments and making noises. On the left, a man leans out of a window. The background shows architectural elements like a church steeple and buildings. There are several objects on the ground and in the hands of the figures, hinting at daily life and trades happening in the street.
William Hogarth, The Enraged Musician, 1741, engraving with etching on laid paper, Gift of Thomas Vogler in memory of his brother Donald J. Vogler, 2017.53.33

The Enraged Musician

William Hogarth · 1741 · engraving with etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2017.53.33

The image shows a landscape with a horizon in the distance, small trees, and a possible structure. A large, gnarled tree with intricate foliage is in the foreground. Small figures on horseback are to the left, leading a group along a path that disappears into the landscape. The style uses cross-hatching and detailed strokes for texture. The color palette is monochrome with earthy tones, creating contrast and highlights.
Ignatius van der Stock, Landscape with Two Deer, etching on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2006.32.1

Landscape with Two Deer

Ignatius van der Stock · · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2006.32.1

The image shows a street view in an urban setting. It is rendered with sketchy, expressive lines to depict tall buildings lining both sides of a narrow street that recedes into the distance. The monochromatic color palette uses black ink over a possibly sepia-toned background. Figures are suggested with minimal lines, conveying a sense of movement.
John Marin, Old House, Rue des Arpents, Rouen, I, 1909, etching in black on wove paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1990.80.1

Old House, Rue des Arpents, Rouen, I

John Marin · 1909 · etching in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1990.80.1

The image features two individuals and a dog seated. The central figure is a man in a chair holding an artist's palette and brushes with curly hair under a wide-brimmed hat. Beside him is an intricately carved chair arm with a satyr face. Behind him, an older woman holds a mirror and a book. A dog stands next to the man. The setting includes an artist's workspace with a large canvas on an easel and a mug inscribed with "The laurel is for comic Art." The background is shaded with lines.
British 18th Century, An Answer to the Print of John Wilkes Esq. by Wm. Hogarth, 1763, etching on laid paper, Gift of Thomas Vogler in memory of his brother Donald J. Vogler, 2017.53.34

An Answer to the Print of John Wilkes Esq. by Wm. Hogarth

British 18th Century · 1763 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2017.53.34

The image depicts a human figure wrestling with a lion. The drawing shows a muscular, nude human grappling with a lion. The human figure has their back to the viewer and appears to be exerting strength while facing the fierce lion, which is standing on its hind legs. The drawing features bold lines and detailed shading that emphasizes the musculature of both figures, showcasing the tension and interaction between the man and the beast. The composition conveys movement and conflict through the entwined positioning of the two figures.
Italian 16th Century, Hercules and the Nemean Lion, c. 1550, engraving on laid paper, Ellen von Seggern Richter and Jan Paul Richter Fund and Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2007.20.1

Hercules and the Nemean Lion

Italian 16th Century · c. 1550 · engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2007.20.1

The image shows a seated man leaning against a rock or architectural structure, with one hand supporting his head. His other hand rests on his knee. He has a beard and curly hair, and his expression appears contemplative as he looks upward. He is wearing long, flowing robes that drape around his legs and feet. Beside him on the ground is an open book. Above him, the sky shows an angel with wings floating mid-air while carrying a sheet filled with various animal heads. Two more angelic figures hover at the edges of this vision, partially concealed by clouds. In the background, there are rolling hills, a tree, and a body of water.
Jeremias Falck, The Dream of Saint Peter, c. 1655-1660, engraving on laid paper [proof], Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2004.60.1

The Dream of Saint Peter

Jeremias Falck · c. 1655-1660 · engraving on laid paper [proof] ·  Accession ID  2004.60.1

The image depicts a street-level view of a narrow, winding street surrounded by tall buildings. The illustration style uses loose, expressive lines and sketchy brushstrokes to depict the urban environment in monochromatic shades of gray. The scene includes people walking along the street and the buildings diminish in size and detail towards the vanishing point in the distance.
John Marin, Old House, Rue des Arpents, Rouen, I, 1909, etching in black on wove paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1990.80.2

Old House, Rue des Arpents, Rouen, I

John Marin · 1909 · etching in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1990.80.2

The image shows a scene with several figures, all depicted in full length. In the center, one individual is riding a horse, positioned facing away from the viewer. This person wears elaborate clothing, including a wide-brimmed hat with a plume. On either side of the rider are two groups of men. To the left, two men stand together; one holds a helmet under his arm, while the other rests his arm across his chest. They are dressed in detailed period attire with ruffled shirts and cloaks. On the right, three additional men are present, similarly dressed in elaborate clothing of the same period. Some of them hold spears or staffs, and they wear hats with various embellishments. The background features a grand architectural setting with classical columns, creating a sense of a formal or ceremonial environment. The scene is enclosed in a decorative border made of columns and ornate molding, with a crest at the top center.
Crispijn van de Passe II, Louis XIII on Horseback, Receiving Instruction, 1625, engraving from two plates on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2004.60.2

Louis XIII on Horseback, Receiving Instruction

Crispijn van de Passe II · 1625 · engraving from two plates on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2004.60.2