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Lutz Riester

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This is a drawing of a scene with celestial and terrestrial figures. The scene shows armed individuals engaged in a skirmish on the ground, while a powerful bearded figure emerges from the clouds above, surrounded by small cherubic forms. The drawing is intense, with swirling clouds and strong diagonal lines suggesting movement and conflict. Details in the drawing show the artist's skill in depicting human and animal forms in motion.
Laurent de La Hyre, The Conversion of Saint Paul, c. 1637, etching on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2003.8.1

The Conversion of Saint Paul

Laurent de La Hyre · c. 1637 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2003.8.1

The image shows a man depicted from the waist up, leaning slightly forward over a table. His position is somewhat hunched, with his right elbow resting on the table, and his hand close to his mouth. The man has shaggy, unkempt hair that appears medium to long in length, with his fringe falling over his forehead. His facial expression is characterized by a broad grin, with distinct, weathered features including pronounced cheekbones and a prominent chin. He is wearing a loose-fitting garment, possibly a shirt or tunic, with sleeves that appear slightly rolled or bunched. The table in front of him is flat and simple, with a few small indistinct objects placed upon it. In the background, there is a plain, unadorned surface that highlights the man's figure within the oval framing of the image. The overall color scheme is a muted brown, giving a monochrome or sepia-like effect.
Anton Spreng, Joseph Eder, A Peasant Eating, aquatint and etching printed in brown on wove paper, Gift of Gregory Jecmen, 2000.76.2

A Peasant Eating

Anton Spreng, Joseph Eder · · aquatint and etching printed in brown on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2000.76.2

The image shows a large, ancient tree with twisting branches and dense foliage. In the background, smaller trees and a trail of land create depth. The artwork depicts intricate line work to show texture and detail. The color scheme is black and gray, enhancing the detailed quality. A figure with a hat and staff walks near the tree, providing a sense of scale and human interaction with nature.
Carl Wilhelm Kolbe, A Widely Expanding Oak Tree, 1825/1830, etching on laid paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.324

A Widely Expanding Oak Tree

Carl Wilhelm Kolbe · 1825/1830 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2012.92.324

This is an artwork of a celestial scene with a winged figure. The drawing shows a dynamic composition with a central winged figure gesturing forward, holding a staff in one hand. Other smaller figures and a dog are present in the scene. The background features swirling lines suggesting movement or energy. The artwork is created using ink on paper.
Hermann Weyer, Tobias and the Angel [verso], c. 1616/1617, pen and black ink on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1991.127.1.b

Tobias and the Angel [verso]

Hermann Weyer · c. 1616/1617 · pen and black ink on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1991.127.1.b

The image shows a gnarled tree with twisted branches and a textured trunk. The horizon is low in the frame, with more trees visible in the distance. The brushstrokes are precise and detailed, capturing the texture of the tree. The color palette is monochromatic with sepia tones. The ground is scattered with plants and leaves, and there is a figure sitting by the tree.
Carl Wilhelm Kolbe, A Dead Oak Tree, c. 1830, etching on laid paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.325

A Dead Oak Tree

Carl Wilhelm Kolbe · c. 1830 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2012.92.325

The image depicts a group of seven people. Some are visible from the waist up, while others are shown fully or partially. The central figure, a seated woman holding a nude infant, has her head tilted downwards, with long hair that appears tied back. The infant is being supported by another woman who stands to the left, while a smaller child reaches up to the infant. Both women have calm expressions and hair pinned back neatly. The figures wear loose, flowing garments with draped fabric. An adult man to the right, shown in profile, seems to clasp a staff, while another adult stands behind, slightly bowed. In the upper left corner, a cherub or small angel with outstretched arms flies horizontally, partially obscured by shadows. The background is filled with dark, thick strokes that suggest foliage or drapery.
Hermann Weyer, The Holy Family with Saints [recto], c. 1616/1617, pen and black ink and gray wash over black chalk, heightened with white, on laid paper prepared with pink wash, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1991.127.1.a

The Holy Family with Saints [recto]

Hermann Weyer · c. 1616/1617 · pen and black ink and gray wash over black chalk, heightened with white, on laid paper prepared with pink wash ·  Accession ID  1991.127.1.a

The image depicts two figures in a wooded area examining a fountain. One figure crouches holding a vessel, while the other stands pointing with a knife. Both figures are dressed in robes. The background features trees and a distant tower or building. The image is monochromatic with strong contrasts and varied lines.
Anton Woensam, Saints Philip and Bartholomew by a Spring, 1529, woodcut on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2003.8.3

Saints Philip and Bartholomew by a Spring

Anton Woensam · 1529 · woodcut on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2003.8.3

The image features a bust portrait of a woman. She is seen in a three-quarter view, looking downwards with a tranquil expression. The woman has curly hair under a bonnet, and she wears a shawl, a blouse, and holds a piece of fabric. The background is textured with hatched lines.
Georg Friedrich Schmidt, The Artist's Wife Sewing, 1753, etching with engraving on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2003.73.1

The Artist's Wife Sewing

Georg Friedrich Schmidt · 1753 · etching with engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2003.73.1

The image features three primary figures in a detailed engraving. The central figure is seated and partially draped with wings, holding a compass to a tablet or book. To the left, another figure is partially draped with wings showing, and to the right, a third figure is fully draped in robes. Two smaller winged cherubs are also present. The background includes architectural elements, trees, and foliage, all depicted in an engraved style, with decorative elements and inscriptions at the bottom.
Claude Mellan, Allegory of Intellect, Memory, and Will, 1625, engraving on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2003.8.2

Allegory of Intellect, Memory, and Will

Claude Mellan · 1625 · engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2003.8.2

This is a drawing of an interior scene with three figures. The scene is set in a sparsely furnished stone room with wooden beams overhead, partially draped with a cloth. At the center, a person reclines on a simple bed, absorbed in reading a tablet. To their right, another figure, mostly naked, reclines against the reader, their long hair falling over the linens. On the right side, a third figure peeks through parted curtains, appearing to observe the scene. The balance between light and shadow, along with the character's postures, adds a contemplative tone to the illustration. The scene feels intimate and historically stylized, reminiscent of classical antiquity. The composition is intricately detailed, capturing the setting's atmosphere.
Carl Russ, Xenocrates and Phryne, 1811, etching on wove paper [proof], Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2000.76.1

Xenocrates and Phryne

Carl Russ · 1811 · etching on wove paper [proof] ·  Accession ID  2000.76.1