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Mr. and Mrs. William Benedict

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The image features swirling lines and intersecting shapes in an abstract design. A central form resembling an exaggerated "S" shape stretches horizontally. It is surrounded by elliptical and circular shapes, with some overlapping linear hatching and oval loops. The elements create a sense of motion, akin to a side profile of a bird or aircraft in flight. The lines vary in thickness and curvature, creating a harmonious interplay.
Stanley William Hayter, Woman in a Net, 1934, engraving and softground etching in black, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. William Benedict, 1975.105.5

Woman in a Net

Stanley William Hayter · 1934 · engraving and softground etching in black ·  Accession ID  1975.105.5

The image shows a large man standing in a commanding position with one hand on his hip. He has a prominent mustache, a strong jawline, and wears a helmet with a small insignia. He is dressed in a dark formal uniform with buttons down the front, a belt with a large buckle, and a chest strap leading to a side pouch. The man's expression is stern. Surrounding him are sketched figures suggesting a busy urban street scene with blurred buildings in the background.
Théophile Alexandre Steinlen, Peace in the Streets, lithograph, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. William Benedict, 1978.86.7

Peace in the Streets

Théophile Alexandre Steinlen · · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1978.86.7

The image shows a person standing upright with one hand holding up a large round basket on their head. The person is facing slightly to the side and their facial features are obscured by shadows. They are dressed in long, loose-fitting garments and are wearing a cap. The person has a cape or shawl and an apron tied around their waist. They are wearing simple shoes and the basket on their head appears to contain various items. The background is plain ground textures with no distinguishable objects.
Cornelis Bega, Woman Carrying a Basket, etching, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. William Benedict, 1975.105.1

Woman Carrying a Basket

Cornelis Bega · · etching ·  Accession ID  1975.105.1

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Max Liebermann zu Hause

Max Liebermann, Julius Elias · published 1918 · 1 vol: ill: photo-reproductions plus two drypoints ·  Accession ID  1979.60.1

The image depicts a man in a classic portrait style. He is shown from the upper body in a three-quarter view, with a defined face featuring strong eyes, a straight nose, and full lips. His long curly hair extends to his shoulders. He is wearing elaborate armor with intricate detailing, as well as a ruffled white garment at the neck. The background is dark, emphasizing the subject, and there is an inscription at the bottom of the image.
Louis Bernard, Portrait of M. Sebastien Le Prestre de Vauban, mezzotint, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. William Benedict, 1975.105.2

Portrait of M. Sebastien Le Prestre de Vauban

Louis Bernard · · mezzotint ·  Accession ID  1975.105.2

The image depicts the upper body of a person, positioned to the left with a gentle smile. The person has curly hair styled around the head and wears a draped garment covering the shoulders and head resembling a shawl or veil. They hold a dark half-mask with eye openings. The background is plain with faint pencil shading, a signature and the date "1820" to the left of the person.
Vivant Denon, Girl with a Mask, 1820, lithograph, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. William Benedict, 1975.105.3

Girl with a Mask

Vivant Denon · 1820 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1975.105.3

The image shows a scene with a large sailing ship dominating the foreground, located slightly left of center. In the background, there is a horizon where the calm water meets a line of blurred trees and windmills in the distance. The sky above is filled with textured clouds rendered in fine pencil-like strokes, creating an atmospheric effect. The color palette is monochrome with shades of gray. Closest to us, there is a small group of people gathered on a stone bank on the left, with others seen aboard the ship and in smaller boats nearby.
Paul Huet, Near Rouen (Environs de Rouen), lithograph, Gift of William and Ruth Benedict, 1977.68.2

Near Rouen (Environs de Rouen)

Paul Huet · · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1977.68.2

The image displays bold, sweeping black shapes against a neutral background, creating an abstract composition. The shapes curve and bend, resembling the outlines of a bird in flight or the silhouette of a leaf in the wind. The abstraction of the lines allows viewers to make their own connections to familiar objects, offering room for personal interpretation through organic and fluid forms.
Willi Baumeister, Runner, 1934, offset lithograph, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. William Benedict, 1978.86.1

Runner

Willi Baumeister · 1934 · offset lithograph ·  Accession ID  1978.86.1

The image shows an abstract representation of a figure with bold, angular lines and exaggerated geometric shapes. The artwork features a human-like form with distinct facial features, hands near the face, and holding a round object. The geometric lines and shapes resemble tribal masks or stylized sculptures. The artwork uses black and off-white colors to emphasize the shapes and maintain an abstract style.
Max Pechstein, Figure Praying, 1917, woodcut in black on wove paper, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. William Benedict, 1978.86.6

Figure Praying

Max Pechstein · 1917 · woodcut in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1978.86.6

The image shows a man from the torso up, leaning partially in a reclined position on a table. He rests his right elbow on the table with his right hand holding a pencil poised above the surface, and his left arm is bent, supporting his head. The man has a short, dark beard and mustache, with neatly styled hair parted in the middle, wearing a loose, long-sleeved shirt. The background features a chair with a textured, floral design, and above him, there are artistic, thorny plant-like illustrations extending into the upper section of the image. The lower right corner has handwritten text, suggesting a signature and perhaps a dedication.
Louis Auguste Mathieu Legrand, Self-Portrait, 1896, etching and aquatint, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. William Benedict, 1978.86.4

Self-Portrait

Louis Auguste Mathieu Legrand · 1896 · etching and aquatint ·  Accession ID  1978.86.4