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Lisa Baskin

Baskin, Lisa and Leonard

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The sculpture depicts a bearded man in a dynamic pose wielding a club, preparing to strike, confronting a multi-headed creature resembling a large dog. The scene includes lush vegetation, with detailed trees and plants surrounding the figures, creating a forest setting. The material of the sculpture presents a dark brown hue, potentially bronze or a similar metal. The sculpture is crafted in a high-relief style, allowing for intricate detailing of the figures and giving a three-dimensional appearance against a flat background.
Annibale Fontana, Hercules and Cerberus, c. 1570/1587, bronze, Gift of Lisa and Leonard Baskin, 1999.109.10

Hercules and Cerberus

Annibale Fontana · c. 1570/1587 · bronze ·  Accession ID  1999.109.10

This is a photograph of a decorative medallion or coin. The medallion features a central table with ornate legs and a surface supporting several symbolic objects. On the table is an hourglass, a candle in a holder, and an open book with the text "DEO OPtIMO MAX". Surrounding the main imagery is a border of beads and Latin text that reads "VITA MORTA LIUM VIGILIA." Below the table, a date of "1871" is inscribed. The entire piece has an aged, bronze-like appearance. The craftsmanship illustrates attention to detail and legacy.
Jacques Jonghelinck, Memento Mori [reverse], 1571, silver, Gift of Lisa and Leonard Baskin, 1992.55.11.b

Memento Mori [reverse]

Jacques Jonghelinck · 1571 · silver ·  Accession ID  1992.55.11.b

The sculpture is a relief portrait on a coin, featuring a man in profile facing right. He appears to be an older man with curly hair and a beard, wearing textured clothing. An inscription around his head reads "VIGLIUS ZVICHEMUS AB AYTA LV." The coin, likely bronze, has a brown color with highlights and shadows. The relief design and lettering are finely carved, resembling historical medallions. The coin's surface shows signs of wear, adding to its historical look.
Jacques Jonghelinck, Viglius van Aytta of Zuichem, 1507-1577, Lawyer and Humanist [obverse], 1571, silver, Gift of Lisa and Leonard Baskin, 1992.55.11.a

Viglius van Aytta of Zuichem, 1507-1577, Lawyer and Humanist [obverse]

Jacques Jonghelinck · 1571 · silver ·  Accession ID  1992.55.11.a

The sculpture depicts a baby's head in profile, focusing on the right side. It appears to be made of dark bronze or copper with a smooth surface and subtle textures. The baby's features like the cheeks, chin, and ear are emphasized. The baby is draped in fabric, indicated in the lower part of the relief. The sculpture conveys the innocence and softness of an infant, and its size suggests it is meant to be viewed up close.
Alexandre Charpentier, Paul Fierens, 1896, bronze, Gift of Lisa Unger Baskin, 2003.154.4

Paul Fierens

Alexandre Charpentier · 1896 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2003.154.4

The sculpture is a bas-relief of a bearded man in profile, with sharp facial features and neatly combed hair. The man is depicted in a suit jacket, with a dignified expression. The relief is made of material giving it a bronze hue and a metallic sheen. Engraved text around the figure includes "A CHARLES MONOD" at the top, along with French inscriptions on the left side acknowledging him as a surgeon associated with l'Hôpital Saint-Antoine from 1886–1906, followed by "SES ELEVES SES AMIS."
Alexandre Charpentier, Alexandre-Charles Monod, 1843-1921, Surgeon at L'Hôpital de St-Antoine [obverse], c. 1906, bronze, Gift of Lisa and Leonard Baskin, 2000.158.1.a

Alexandre-Charles Monod, 1843-1921, Surgeon at L'Hôpital de St-Antoine [obverse]

Alexandre Charpentier · c. 1906 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2000.158.1.a

The sculpture depicts a group of people arranged in a two-tiered setting. The lower tier shows three figures engaged in a medical procedure around an operating table, while the upper tier features several onlookers observing from a raised platform or balcony. The material of the sculpture has a bronze appearance, giving it a warm, reddish-brown color with a metallic finish that accentuates the detailed figures and their clothing. The figures are shown in period clothing, with the light emphasizing their expressions and interactions, creating a sense of depth and dimension. The onlookers appear to be intensely focused on the ongoing activity below, suggesting a scene of scientific or educational observation.
Alexandre Charpentier, Monod Demonstrating a Procedure in the Operating Theatre [reverse], c. 1906, bronze, Gift of Lisa and Leonard Baskin, 2000.158.1.b

Monod Demonstrating a Procedure in the Operating Theatre [reverse]

Alexandre Charpentier · c. 1906 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2000.158.1.b

The sculpture features a relief of a panther in a walking pose. The panther is depicted in profile with its muscular form highlighted against the flat background of the relief. The sculpture is made of a dark brown material. The surface has a glossy finish. The rectangular base beneath the panther anchors it visually within the relief box structure. The artist's signature "BARYE" and the year "1833" are inscribed on the lower right corner of the relief.
Antoine-Louis Barye, Walking Panther, model 1831, bronze, Gift of Lisa and Leonard Baskin, 1995.27.8

Walking Panther

Antoine-Louis Barye · model 1831 · bronze ·  Accession ID  1995.27.8

The sculpture features a human figure fighting a serpent-like creature. The human is in an action pose, muscles tense, holding a club or stick. The creature has multiple snake-like heads and is rearing up. The sculpture is dark in color, possibly made of bronze or metal, giving it a patinated look. The scene is set in a stylized natural setting with trees and bushes. The piece is displayed on a rectangular relief, adding depth to the intricate carvings.
Annibale Fontana, Hercules and the Hydra, c. 1570/1587, bronze, Gift of Lisa and Leonard Baskin, 1999.109.11

Hercules and the Hydra

Annibale Fontana · c. 1570/1587 · bronze ·  Accession ID  1999.109.11

This is a painting of two figures. One is seated and playing a musical instrument, while the other stands nearby. The painting features intricate details, with two nude figures depicted in classical style. The seated figure appears to be playing a long, slender instrument, while the standing figure leans against an ornate structure. The background is dark, emphasizing the figures' detailed anatomy. The composition is surrounded by a circular frame with gold accents, and the word "ORPHEUS" is inscribed above. The painting uses chiaroscuro technique to create a contrast between light and shadow.
French 16th Century, Hat-Badge with Apollo and Marsyas (or possibly Orpheus), mid 16th century, enamel on copper, Gift of Lisa Unger Baskin in honor of Nicholas Penny and Mary Wall, 2007.150.3

Hat-Badge with Apollo and Marsyas (or possibly Orpheus)

French 16th Century · mid 16th century · enamel on copper ·  Accession ID  2007.150.3

The sculpture is a rectangular relief plaque featuring several human figures. The central figure is a small child or cherub-like figure on a raised platform, surrounded by four standing figures in flowing garments. The figures are engaged in a gathering or ritualistic scene, with one gesturing towards the child. The background shows an architectural setting with columns and a triangular pediment. The sculpture is brown with touches of a lighter color highlighting details. The material appears to be ceramic or metal, with a textured and slightly glossy finish. The plaque is designed to be viewed from the front, with the figures and architectural elements in low relief.
Valerio Belli, Presentation of Christ in the Temple [reverse], c. 1530s, bronze, Gift of Lisa and Leonard Baskin, 1999.109.2.b

Presentation of Christ in the Temple [reverse]

Valerio Belli · c. 1530s · bronze ·  Accession ID  1999.109.2.b