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The Hon. Irwin Boyle Laughlin

American, 1871 - 1941

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The drawing depicts the upper half of a woman's body. She is slightly turned to her right, with her face towards the viewer. Her facial features are softly portrayed, with a gentle expression and eyes looking forward. She has styled hair under a large decorated hat with flowers. The woman is wearing a detailed outfit with ruffled accents around the neckline and sleeves. Her hands are lifted towards her chest, lightly touching. The image has a textured background with cross-hatched shading to enhance the figure.
French 18th Century, A Young Girl Wearing a Flowered Hat, red chalk on light beige laid paper, Gift of Gertrude Laughlin Chanler, 2000.9.14

A Young Girl Wearing a Flowered Hat

French 18th Century · · red chalk on light beige laid paper ·  Accession ID  2000.9.14

This is a drawing of a medieval battle scene. The illustration depicts armored soldiers engaged in combat, including some on horseback. Various elements in motion are featured, such as horses rearing, knights brandishing swords, and overturned objects. The lines are loose and expressive, conveying the urgency and intensity of the scene. Shading techniques provide depth to the figures and suggest movement. The drawing is detailed yet sketched, leaving room for the viewer's interpretation. It could be a preparatory sketch for a more polished artwork.
Jean Honoré Fragonard, Don Quixote Attacking the Biscayan, 1780s, brush with brown and gray washes over charcoal on laid paper, Gift of Gertrude Laughlin Chanler, 2000.9.8

Don Quixote Attacking the Biscayan

Jean Honoré Fragonard · 1780s · brush with brown and gray washes over charcoal on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2000.9.8

The image shows two people standing. The man on the left has his arm raised towards the woman on the right. He is dressed in 18th-century attire with a dog near his feet. The woman on the right holds a walking stick and adjusts her headwear. The background features sketches of buildings and rooftops.
Pierre Thomas Le Clerc, A Cleric Accompanying a Lady on Her Morning Walk, 1778/80, red chalk and graphite on beige laid paper, laid down, Gift of Gertrude Laughlin Chanler, 2000.9.16

A Cleric Accompanying a Lady on Her Morning Walk

Pierre Thomas Le Clerc · 1778/80 · red chalk and graphite on beige laid paper, laid down ·  Accession ID  2000.9.16

The drawing shows a reclining figure on a flat surface, positioned on their side with a slightly arched back, head leaned back, and facing upwards. The figure has a outlined face with closed mouth and defined chin, and loose hair. The body is unclothed, with attention to form and shading. The background is simple and sketched lightly. There are no visible accessories. The artwork is on textured paper, using charcoal or graphite for shading and white highlights for depth.
François Boucher, Reclining Nymph, c. 1752, black and white chalk on brown laid paper, Gift of Gertrude Laughlin Chanler, 2000.9.4

Reclining Nymph

François Boucher · c. 1752 · black and white chalk on brown laid paper ·  Accession ID  2000.9.4

The scene is depicted from a slightly elevated point of view, showing a lively view of the activity below. The horizon line is high in the composition, with a cluster of trees painted in light greens and blues. The style features sketch-like brown ink lines highlighting human figures and scene details. There are people and carriages in shades of grey and brown ink with white highlights, suggesting movement and interaction. In the background, there is a procession fading into a lightly sketched background. Soft washes of color define the landscape, creating depth. The overall palette is subtle and earthy, with muted tones.
Gabriel de Saint-Aubin, Royal Review of the Troops, 1760s, graphite and black chalk, pen and brown ink with gray-brown wash and watercolor on laid paper, Gift of Gertrude Laughlin Chanler, 2000.9.24

Royal Review of the Troops

Gabriel de Saint-Aubin · 1760s · graphite and black chalk, pen and brown ink with gray-brown wash and watercolor on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2000.9.24

The image depicts a man from the thighs up, in a dynamic pose with his body twisted to the side. His right arm is raised, bent at the elbow, with his hand near his mouth, and his left hand is raised above his head. The man's facial features are partially obscured by his hand, his eyes are directed upwards, and he has mid-length hair. He is not wearing any clothing, and his muscular torso is detailed. The background is a simple, textured surface.
Jean-Baptiste Nattier, A Triton Blowing a Conch Shell, 1724, black chalk heightened with white chalk on gray-brown laid paper, Gift of Gertrude Laughlin Chanler, 2000.9.19

A Triton Blowing a Conch Shell

Jean-Baptiste Nattier · 1724 · black chalk heightened with white chalk on gray-brown laid paper ·  Accession ID  2000.9.19

This is a drawing of a scene in a wooded area with two figures interacting. The scene is sketched in a monochromatic palette, using predominately sepia tones. One figure sits on the left in elaborate armor, gazing downward. The other figure on the right is partially obscured by a tree, pointing toward the distance or at something out of view. Surrounding these figures are thick tree trunks and foliage, providing a sense of enclosure and depth. The setting suggests an outdoor woodland environment, with a glimpse of mountains or hills faintly in the background. The style of the drawing suggests a historical or narrative context, possibly capturing an event or moment in a story.
Jean Honoré Fragonard, Don Quixote and Sancho Panza Witness the Attack on Rocinante, 1780s, black chalk with gray and brown wash on laid paper, Gift of Gertrude Laughlin Chanler, 2000.9.7

Don Quixote and Sancho Panza Witness the Attack on Rocinante

Jean Honoré Fragonard · 1780s · black chalk with gray and brown wash on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2000.9.7

The image shows intricate lines and shapes creating elaborate arches and architectural structures. The drawing has a swirling and overlapping design that suggests chaotic motion within a grand structure. The abstract assembly resembles a grand cathedral or a palatial hall, with arches and columns akin to classical architecture. Figures and decorative flourishes are interspersed throughout, resembling statues or ornate carvings typical of an embellished building.
Giovanni Battista Piranesi, A Magnificent Palatial Interior, 1748/1752, pen and brown ink with brown wash with graphite over red chalk, touches of black chalk on laid paper, incised, Gift of Gertrude Laughlin Chanler, 2000.9.20

A Magnificent Palatial Interior

Giovanni Battista Piranesi · 1748/1752 · pen and brown ink with brown wash with graphite over red chalk, touches of black chalk on laid paper, incised ·  Accession ID  2000.9.20

This is a drawing depicting a battle scene. In the foreground, an individual dressed in loose clothing is shown holding a sword aloft, poised to strike a fallen armored figure. The fallen figure is depicted lying on the ground with a sword nearby, wearing full plate armor and looking upward. In the background, other figures and possibly horses are indicated with swift lines, suggesting chaos and movement. The composition conveys intensity and action, capturing a moment of combat with energetic pencil strokes. The sketchy style of the drawing explores form and movement, evoking the tumult of a medieval or mythological battle.
Jean Honoré Fragonard, The Muleteer Attacking Don Quixote as He Lies Helpless on the Ground, 1780s, brush with brown and gray washes over black chalk on laid paper, Gift of Gertrude Laughlin Chanler, 2000.9.13

The Muleteer Attacking Don Quixote as He Lies Helpless on the Ground

Jean Honoré Fragonard · 1780s · brush with brown and gray washes over black chalk on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2000.9.13

This is a painting of a ballroom scene. The composition shows an elegant and festive ballroom filled with many guests. Dancers, dressed in opulent costumes, are dancing in pairs in the center. The upper balconies are filled with onlookers. Large chandeliers illuminate the room, and garland decorations hang from the ceiling. Luxurious detailing, such as intricate fabric patterns and elaborate hairstyles, is prominent. This painting is in the style of Thomas Rowlandson.
Jean-Michel Moreau the Younger, May Ball, 1763, pen and black ink with brown and gray wash, watercolor, and gouache, heightened with white gouache on laid paper, Gift of Gertrude Laughlin Chanler, 2000.9.25

May Ball

Jean-Michel Moreau the Younger · 1763 · pen and black ink with brown and gray wash, watercolor, and gouache, heightened with white gouache on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2000.9.25