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Mark and Lynne Hammerschlag

Mark and Lynne Hammerschlag Fund

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The sculpture depicts a seated woman with long hair holding an infant in her arms in a relief format. The figures are raised slightly from the background, giving it a three-dimensional appearance. The sculpture is crafted from a dark, metallic material, likely bronze, with a polished texture. It is framed with a wooden border. The artwork portrays an intimate interaction between the woman and the child, with traditional material and technique connecting to a classical artistic style.
Alexandre Charpentier, Maternity, or Young Woman Nursing a Child, model 1882, bronze, Hammerschlag Fund, 2006.69.1

Maternity, or Young Woman Nursing a Child

Alexandre Charpentier · model 1882 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2006.69.1

The sculpture is a relief on a medallion featuring two figures. One figure on the left is a seated male holding a palette, next to a bust on a pedestal. The figure on the right is a female extending an arm to crown the male with a laurel wreath and holding a palm branch. The medallion is made of metal and inscribed with "THE PENNSYLVANIA ACADEMY OF THE FINE ARTS FOUNDED 1805." It includes intricate detailing of the figures and their attire, with the artist's name DANIEL DUPUIS inscribed at the bottom.
Jean-Baptiste Daniel-Dupuis, Medallion for the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, probably 1893, high tin-content bronze, Mark and Lynne Hammerschlag Fund in honor of Nicholas Penny, 2010.65.1

Medallion for the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts

Jean-Baptiste Daniel-Dupuis · probably 1893 · high tin-content bronze ·  Accession ID  2010.65.1

The sculpture is a relief depicting a man's profile facing left and holding an axe in his right hand. The surface is covered with inscriptions, including "Société Royale Belge des Aquarellistes," "1856," and "1906." The sculpture is made from bronze, with rich brown, reddish, and greenish tones. The man has defined features, a close-cropped hairstyle, and a muscular build. The details, such as facial features and the grip on the axe, are intricate.
Constantin Meunier, Société Royale Belge des Aquarellistes 1856-1906, model 1904, cast probably 1906, copper, Gift of Mark and Lynne Hammerschlag in honor of Nicholas Penny, 2008.113.3

Société Royale Belge des Aquarellistes 1856-1906

Constantin Meunier · model 1904, cast probably 1906 · copper ·  Accession ID  2008.113.3

The sculpture is a relief piece depicting a botanical subject, featuring a palm frond and another plant with small leaves and buds intertwined. The sculpture is primarily bronze in color. The surface has a slightly weathered look, suggesting age or intentional design with a patina. The artwork is presented on an octagonal panel, giving the relief a framed aspect. The natural textures of the plants provide contrast against the smoother surface background.
Alexandre Charpentier, Intertwined Branches of Laurel and Evergreen [reverse], 1897, bronze, Gift of Mark and Lynne Hammerschlag, 2004.156.4.b

Intertwined Branches of Laurel and Evergreen [reverse]

Alexandre Charpentier · 1897 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2004.156.4.b

The sculpture is a relief depicting a person from the shoulders up. The subject is shown in profile, facing left, holding a palette in one hand and paint brushes in the other. The sculpture is made of metal, likely bronze, with a dark brown tone and greenish hues from oxidation. The person's hair is short and wavy, and the figure is represented in a classical style with smooth and subtle contours. The image suggests the artist is focused on their work, as indicated by the posture and orientation of the tools in their hands.
Alexandre Charpentier, Painting (La peinture) [obverse], 1897, silver, Gift of Mark and Lynne Hammerschlag, 2004.156.4.a

Painting (La peinture) [obverse]

Alexandre Charpentier · 1897 · silver ·  Accession ID  2004.156.4.a

This is a photograph of a metallic plate. The image shows a rectangular copper or brass plate with a slightly aged and tarnished surface. The plate has engraved text, with the name "EMILE VERNIER" prominently displayed in the center. Towards the bottom, partially visible, is the word "SOCIETAIRE". The plate's surface is marked by scratches and blemishes, and the edges are softly rounded.
Alexandre Charpentier, Inscription [reverse], 1890, bronze, Gift of Mark and Lynne Hammerschlag, 2006.116.1.b

Inscription [reverse]

Alexandre Charpentier · 1890 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2006.116.1.b

The sculpture is a bronze rectangular medallion featuring the profile of two male busts facing to the left. One man has a long beard, and the other has a bald head with a trimmed beard. The figures are in high relief. At the top, above the men, the number "1890" is displayed. Below the busts, the text "SOCIÉTÉ NATIONALE DES BEAUX-ARTS" is inscribed, and to the right is a small circular emblem or badge with the initials "ALM". The bronze material gives the sculpture a warm, brownish copper color, with a smooth surface defining the features in a detailed and polished manner.
Alexandre Charpentier, Société Nationale des Beaux-Arts: Jean-Louis Ernest Meissonier and Pierre Puvis de Chavannes [obverse], 1890, bronze, Gift of Mark and Lynne Hammerschlag, 2006.116.1.a

Société Nationale des Beaux-Arts: Jean-Louis Ernest Meissonier and Pierre Puvis de Chavannes [obverse]

Alexandre Charpentier · 1890 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2006.116.1.a

The sculpture is of a seated woman in a niche within a stone wall. The woman is in a crouched posture, with one leg drawn up on a plinth and her arm resting on her knee. The sculpture is made from a smooth, possibly stone or marble material, and is monochromatic. It is at human height, making it relatable and approachable to viewers. The sculpture is positioned within an arched recess carved out of a stone structure, creating a harmonious connection with the human scale of its environment.
Adolf Schneeberger, Prague Fountain, 1925, gelatin silver print, Gift of Michal Venera, 2006.80.1

Prague Fountain

Adolf Schneeberger · 1925 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2006.80.1

The sculpture is a bronze relief depicting the profiles of an elderly man and woman facing each other. The woman has her hair styled in a bun and is on the left, while the man has distinctive facial hair and is on the right. Both figures are shown in profile against a flat background in high relief. The bronze material gives the sculpture a uniform brownish hue with variations due to light and shadows. The relief includes inscriptions around the figures in capitals, Roman numerals, and Latin phrases. The flat, rectangular form suggests it might be a commemorative plaque or medal.
Henri-Auguste-Jules Patey, Portrait of the Artist's Parents, Marie-Rose-Bonne Delaporte Patey and Jacques-Jérôme-Xavier Patey, 1894, bronze, Gift of Mark and Lynne Hammerschlag in honor of Nicholas Penny, 2008.113.1

Portrait of the Artist's Parents, Marie-Rose-Bonne Delaporte Patey and Jacques-Jérôme-Xavier Patey

Henri-Auguste-Jules Patey · 1894 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2008.113.1

This is a photograph of a commemorative medallion. The medallion features a detailed profile portrait of a man with styled hair and a neatly trimmed mustache and beard, depicted in relief. Surrounding the portrait are inscriptions with the words "CHARLES DE BROUCKERE" and "BOURG= DE BRUXELLES." The surface of the medallion has a polished, metallic appearance with subtle variations in tone adding depth to the relief work. The craftsmanship is highly detailed, emphasizing the contours of the face and hair. Below the main text, there is a smaller inscription "BRAEMT F.," which likely refers to the creator of the medallion. The background of the photograph is a stark black.
Joseph-Pierre Braemt, Charles de Brouckère, 1796-1860, Mayor of Brussels 1848 [obverse], 1854, bronze, Gift of Mark and Lynne Hammerschlag in honor of Nicholas Penny, 2008.113.2.a

Charles de Brouckère, 1796-1860, Mayor of Brussels 1848 [obverse]

Joseph-Pierre Braemt · 1854 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2008.113.2.a