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Lieutenant-Colonel E. W. Blunt Mackenzie

Mackenzie, E. W. Blunt Lieutenant-Colonel

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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

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

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 drawing of a figure on horseback in a dynamic pose. The figure appears to be wearing armor and is holding a weapon. The horse is in a dynamic pose in a chaotic environment with falling beams. The background includes foliage and a disrupted structure. The drawing has loose, sketchy lines and washes of brown, creating a sense of motion and action. The composition is filled with diagonal lines that suggest movement and chaos.
Jean Honoré Fragonard, Don Quixote Attacking the Windmill, 1780s, black chalk with brown and gray wash on laid paper, Gift of Gertrude Laughlin Chanler, 2000.9.9

Don Quixote Attacking the Windmill

Jean Honoré Fragonard · 1780s · black chalk with brown and gray wash on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2000.9.9

The image shows a person in a dynamic pose, swinging a sword. The individual is standing with legs apart, one arm raised above their head holding the sword, and the other resting on their hip. The facial features are sketched with strong lines, and the hair appears pulled back. The person is wearing historical or costume-like clothing, including a loose top, possibly a vest, and trousers tucked into boots. Nearby objects include a helmet on a stand or stool, and a round shield leaning against furniture. The background features arched structures, possibly representing the interior of a room with a cluttered appearance.
Jean Honoré Fragonard, Don Quixote about to Strike the Helmet, 1780s, brush with brown and gray washes over charcoal on laid paper, laid down, Gift of Gertrude Laughlin Chanler, 2000.9.6

Don Quixote about to Strike the Helmet

Jean Honoré Fragonard · 1780s · brush with brown and gray washes over charcoal on laid paper, laid down ·  Accession ID  2000.9.6

This is a drawing of a fallen knight in armor on the ground with a sword. The knight appears to be lying on a rustic landscape, with an arm outstretched clutching a shield, while trees and a windmill provide environment in the background. Light, sketchy lines characterize the style, with quick strokes suggesting movement and detailing. The background features suggestive outlines of people in the midst of action.
Jean Honoré Fragonard, Don Quixote Defeated by the Windmill, 1780s, brush with brown and gray washes over charcoal on laid paper, Gift of Gertrude Laughlin Chanler, 2000.9.10

Don Quixote Defeated by the Windmill

Jean Honoré Fragonard · 1780s · brush with brown and gray washes over charcoal on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2000.9.10