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Lucien Goldschmidt, Inc.

est. 1953

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The image is a straight-on view of a landscape. The horizon features thatched-roof cottages, trees, and a gap in the building pattern. The etching technique shows detailed line work with a monochrome color scheme of black and white. In the foreground, there is a cultivated field with rows and a small figure of a farmer. The background shows more trees, and the sky has subtle horizontal lines.
Lucas van Doetechum, Johannes van Doetechum the Elder, Farms, in or before 1676, etching retouched with engraving, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1972.28.72

Farms

Lucas van Doetechum, Johannes van Doetechum the Elder · in or before 1676 · etching retouched with engraving ·  Accession ID  1972.28.72

The etching depicts a scene with animals and resting figures. The point of view is slightly elevated, showing the horizon low and partially obscured by a cow. Distant hills are visible to the left, with a series of trees on the right. The detailed etching technique features intricately rendered lines for textures. In the foreground, there are goats and a child, with cows and a figure resting in the background. The landscape is softly outlined, with a monochromatic color palette emphasizing line and form.
Nicolaes Pietersz Berchem, Cow Pissing, etching, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1972.28.4

Cow Pissing

Nicolaes Pietersz Berchem · · etching ·  Accession ID  1972.28.4

The image depicts an elevated view of four animals gathered on a clear ground with vegetation in the foreground. In the background, there is a village with houses, trees, and a winding path. The horizon is above the center, with hills visible further back. The illustration is detailed with precise linework in an engraving style. The color scheme is monochrome with sepia tones. The sky features stylized clouds.
Adriaen Collaert, A Giraffe, a Chameleon, a Civet, and an Antelope, c. 1597, engraving on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1972.28.87

A Giraffe, a Chameleon, a Civet, and an Antelope

Adriaen Collaert · c. 1597 · engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1972.28.87

This shows a drawing of vultures feeding on a carcass. Three vultures are eating the remains of an animal on the ground. One vulture is spreading its wings, one is pecking at the carcass, and another is observing from a rock. The background features textured, cloudy skies and rough terrain. The artist used fine lines and shading to depict detail and texture in the birds and landscape, aiming for a naturalistic representation of a feeding scene.
Peeter Boel, Eagles, etching, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1972.28.15

Eagles

Peeter Boel · · etching ·  Accession ID  1972.28.15

The image shows a landscape in a detailed etching style, featuring a historical town. A dirt path curves beside a body of water with swans. A woman with two children and a dog walk along the path. A grand cylindrical tower with turrets stands out on the right, with other medieval buildings around. Buildings stretch into the distance, leading to a bridge archway. The sky has fine horizontal brushstrokes, appearing clear with birds in flight. The monochrome palette emphasizes architectural details and a serene ambiance.
Lucas van Doetechum, Johannes van Doetechum the Elder, Town Gate with Country Houses, published in or before 1676, etching retouched with engraving, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1972.28.45

Town Gate with Country Houses

Lucas van Doetechum, Johannes van Doetechum the Elder · published in or before 1676 · etching retouched with engraving ·  Accession ID  1972.28.45

The image is an etching showing two thatched cottages with figures engaged in various activities nearby. The horizon is softly indicated by lighter etching strokes in the sky, with scattered clouds. The scene has a rustic setting with a simple, monochromatic color palette of black ink on a light background. Brushstrokes define the texture of buildings, trees, and figures.
Lucas van Doetechum, Johannes van Doetechum the Elder, Farm and Row of Houses, published in or before 1676, etching retouched with engraving, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1972.28.63

Farm and Row of Houses

Lucas van Doetechum, Johannes van Doetechum the Elder · published in or before 1676 · etching retouched with engraving ·  Accession ID  1972.28.63

The image is an etching depicting a landscape with a peacock and a goose in the foreground. In the distance, there is a village with small buildings, a bridge over a river, hills, trees, and a cloudy sky. The scene is rendered in monochromatic tones with intricate detailing.
Adriaen Collaert, Peacock and Goose, c. 1600, engraving on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1972.28.90

Peacock and Goose

Adriaen Collaert · c. 1600 · engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1972.28.90

The image shows an etching depicting a scene with goats grazing, a cow in the center, distant hills, trees, and figures resting against a tree. The composition is divided into various planes, with detailed line work used to render the animals, landscape, and figures. The color palette is primarily shades of brown, typical of etchings focused on light, dark, contrast, and linework.
Nicolaes Pietersz Berchem, Cow Pissing, etching, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1972.28.3

Cow Pissing

Nicolaes Pietersz Berchem · · etching ·  Accession ID  1972.28.3

The image shows a landscape view from a slightly elevated perspective. A group of travelers, men, and horses are lined up along a path next to a river. Additional figures are by a small boat on the river. Large trees frame the scene on the left. In the distance, there is a town with buildings and a bridge, surrounded by hills. The sky has wispy clouds, depicted with fine lines. The print is detailed with fine linework in a black and white palette.
Jan Both, View of the Tiber in the Campagna, etching, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1972.28.28

View of the Tiber in the Campagna

Jan Both · · etching ·  Accession ID  1972.28.28

Johannes van Doetechum the Elder, Lucas van Doetechum, Shed with Cottage, published in or before 1676, etching retouched with engraving, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1972.28.47

Shed with Cottage

Johannes van Doetechum the Elder, Lucas van Doetechum · published in or before 1676 · etching retouched with engraving ·  Accession ID  1972.28.47