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This is a drawing of an ornate title page design. The drawing features a decorative frame with the text "RECUEIL DE DOUZE BACCHANALES De Poussin, Chappron, D'Origny, et autres - A PARIS, Chez Basan." The frame is adorned with illustrations of swirling clouds or smoke, grapevines, and a central figure at the top that resembles a classical mythological representation. The design has elaborate line work, typical of engravings for title pages or frontispieces.
Nicolas Cochin, Basan, Frontispiece, 1650s, etching with engraving on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2005.127.2.a

Frontispiece

Nicolas Cochin, Basan · 1650s · etching with engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2005.127.2.a

This is a drawing of mythical figures among trees and foliage. The scene features several figures, including a reclining figure with muscular features entwined with foliage and a goat, which is surrounded by smaller figures that resemble cherubs or putti, also adorned with vine leaves. To the right, two dynamic figures are depicted in a dramatic pose, with draped garments billowing; one appears to be carrying or supporting the other. The background includes tall trees with dense foliage and a slightly cloudy sky. The intricate linework suggests a focus on the play of light and shadow.
Michel Dorigny, Basan, Bacchanal with Sleeping Bacchus, 1650s, etching with engraving on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2005.127.8

Bacchanal with Sleeping Bacchus

Michel Dorigny, Basan · 1650s · etching with engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2005.127.8

This is a drawing of three cherub-like figures in a natural setting with a tree. The scene depicts these figures engaging with their surroundings, with one cherub reaching up towards the branches of a tree. The tree has detailed bark and the ground is scattered with vessels, including an amphora. In the background, there are elements of nature such as foliage and faint hills. The style of line work and cross-hatching enhances the depth and shadow, emphasizing the contours of the figures and the natural environment.
Michel Dorigny, Basan, Putti and Fauns Climbing a Grapevine, 1650s, etching with engraving on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2005.127.2.b

Putti and Fauns Climbing a Grapevine

Michel Dorigny, Basan · 1650s · etching with engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2005.127.2.b

This is a drawing of a group of figures surrounding a large tree. The scene shows several figures under the branches of a tree, with detailed features and flowing hair. The composition includes draped fabric and a jug. The shading technique and line work create depth and texture, reminiscent of classical European engravings. The monochrome drawing uses contrast between light and shadow to depict the figures and surroundings.
Michel Dorigny, Basan, Drunken Silenus Supported by Two Fauns, 1650s, etching with engraving on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2005.127.13

Drunken Silenus Supported by Two Fauns

Michel Dorigny, Basan · 1650s · etching with engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2005.127.13

The image shows a group of four cherubic figures in a wooded area. Three cherubs are visible from the front and one from the back. The cherubs have bare torsos and child-like features, with curly hair. Two wear leaf wreaths. One cherub plays a small pan flute and holds keys, another carries a stick with cloth, while the third is mid-step. On the right, a muscular male figure carries an ornate jug with floral and vine-like handles. The background features detailed trees and foliage.
Michel Dorigny, Basan, Bacchanal with Figures Carrying a Vase, 1650s, etching with engraving on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2005.127.9

Bacchanal with Figures Carrying a Vase

Michel Dorigny, Basan · 1650s · etching with engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2005.127.9

The drawing depicts cherubic figures in a pastoral setting with a large tub. The figures interact joyfully around the tub in the wilderness. Winged cherubs are in trees and seated on the edges of the tub. The figures hold grapes and vines. One figure pours liquid into a bowl. Grapes and foliage are woven into garlands. The drawing is detailed and intricate, highlighting textures of hair, foliage, and wood grain. The scene conveys enjoyment and natural beauty.
Michel Dorigny, Basan, Putti with Grapes and a Seated Bacchante, 1650s, etching with engraving on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2005.127.7

Putti with Grapes and a Seated Bacchante

Michel Dorigny, Basan · 1650s · etching with engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2005.127.7

The image shows a pastoral scene with a rural village setting viewed from a slightly elevated point. The horizon line is positioned near the top of the image, beyond clusters of buildings and a large tree. Detailed etchings suggest a meticulous, illustrative style achieved through fine brushstrokes or engraving techniques, creating texture in the foliage, structures, and landscape. The scene is portrayed in a monochromatic sepia color palette, giving it a vintage or historic atmosphere. A pathway leads through rustic structures with figures engaged in daily activities, transitioning into natural countryside elements framed by the sky in the distance.
Mademoiselle Le Roy, Francoise Basset, Four Landscapes after Le Sueur, c. 1772, chalk-manner printed in red on laid paper, Katharine Shepard Fund, 2020.37.4

Four Landscapes after Le Sueur

Mademoiselle Le Roy, Francoise Basset · c. 1772 · chalk-manner printed in red on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2020.37.4

This is a drawing of an ornately decorated ceiling. The image shows an elaborate architectural ceiling design, emphasizing an oval-shaped frame featuring a classical scene. The ceiling is decorated with intricate reliefs, classical motifs, and cherubic figures. The central oval scene depicts numerous figures, some riding chariots, surrounded by clouds, pointing to a heavenly or divine occurrence. The surrounding decorations showcase vases, rosettes, and possibly vegetal and floral designs, reflecting opulent baroque architectural style. The overall impression is one of grandeur and meticulous attention to detail typical of grand interior spaces from a classical period.
Louis-Jean Desprez, Design for the Ceiling of the Salon of the Palazzo Spinola, Genoa, 1777, etching on laid paper [proof], Ruth and Jacob Kainen Memorial Acquisition Fund, 2022.196.1

Design for the Ceiling of the Salon of the Palazzo Spinola, Genoa

Louis-Jean Desprez · 1777 · etching on laid paper [proof] ·  Accession ID  2022.196.1

The image shows ruins near St. Maur-les-Paris from a slightly elevated point of view. A tower with a clock and remnants of an ancient arch are visible against a high horizon. The composition features intricate line work, indicating an etching technique. Fine details depict the textures of the stone ruins, foliage, and thatched roofs. The color palette is warm monochrome, varying from sepia to sepia-orange. Two figures, barrels, and a chicken are near the viewer, surrounded by overgrown vegetation. In the distance, trees and additional ruins are framed by the sky.
Mademoiselle Le Roy, Francoise Basset, Vue d’une Ruine près St. Maur-les-Paris (View of a Ruin near St. Maur-les-Paris), c. 1772, chalk-manner printed in red on laid paper, Katharine Shepard Fund, 2020.37.3

Vue d’une Ruine près St. Maur-les-Paris (View of a Ruin near St. Maur-les-Paris)

Mademoiselle Le Roy, Francoise Basset · c. 1772 · chalk-manner printed in red on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2020.37.3

This is an image of figures gathered around a tree. The scene shows several figures next to a large tree with detailed foliage extending from its branches. The figures, including children and a seated person in flowing robes, are engaged with each other and the tree. The tree is central in the composition, with thick, twisting branches and a bark texture depicted in fine detail. The figures appear to interact with each other in a serene natural setting. The presence of an old-looking figure with a wreath-like form around its head is notable. The artwork is rich in texture and depth typical of intricate line work or engravings.
Michel Dorigny, Basan, Bacchanal with Seated Bacchante, 1650s, etching with engraving on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2005.127.5

Bacchanal with Seated Bacchante

Michel Dorigny, Basan · 1650s · etching with engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2005.127.5