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Discussion between Bishops and a Male Figure before a Crowd (Disputation between Saint Augstine and the Heretic Fortunatus)

Pietro Malombra · 1600/1610 · pen and brown ink with brown wash, heightened with white gouache, on blue laid paper, laid down on an old mount ·  Accession ID  2020.126.2

The image consists of a large decorative frame with historical script surrounded by architectural elements like tall columns, a bust of an ancient figure, and a tree curving above the frame. The artwork has a monochromatic palette in shades of gray with vegetation, ruins, fruit, leaves, and a mountain in the background.
Rose Angélique Moitte, Jean-Baptiste Lallemand, Architectural Fantasy of Roman Ruins with an Inscription Plaque, 1768, etching and engraving on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2016.65.4

Architectural Fantasy of Roman Ruins with an Inscription Plaque

Rose Angélique Moitte, Jean-Baptiste Lallemand · 1768 · etching and engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2016.65.4

The image shows classical columns to the left, with trees in the background. The brushstrokes create texture and depth in the greenery and architecture. The color palette consists of muted browns, grays, and greens. Plants and gourds are at the base of the columns. Vine-like plants climb the structure. A figure is leaning over a basin of water or fountain towards the right side.
Jean-Baptiste Lallemand, Architectural Fantasy of Roman Ruins with an Inscription Plaque, c. 1768, pen and brown ink with brown wash, heightened with white, over black chalk on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2016.65.1

Architectural Fantasy of Roman Ruins with an Inscription Plaque

Jean-Baptiste Lallemand · c. 1768 · pen and brown ink with brown wash, heightened with white, over black chalk on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2016.65.1

Jacques Villon, La Parisienne (9), 1902, color etching, softground etching, aquatint and liftground aquatint touched with ochre watercolor on laid paper, Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund and Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2007.30.5

La Parisienne (9)

Jacques Villon · 1902 · color etching, softground etching, aquatint and liftground aquatint touched with ochre watercolor on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2007.30.5

Jacques Villon, La Parisienne (5), 1902, color softground etching, etching, and aquatint with embossing on wove paper, Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund and Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2007.30.4.b

La Parisienne (5)

Jacques Villon · 1902 · color softground etching, etching, and aquatint with embossing on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2007.30.4.b

The image shows a woman seated in a chair. Her full body is visible, with the skirt of her dress extending beyond the chair. She is leaning slightly forward with her arms resting on the backrest of the chair, which has a wooden frame and an elaborate upholstery design. The woman's facial features are not detailed, and she wears her hair styled up with a large hat. She is dressed in a light-colored outfit, possibly with decorations around the neck and shoulders. The background is neutral and there is a grid pattern overlaid on the image.
Jacques Villon, a) La Nouvelle Parisienne (25); b) Seated Woman, 1902, a) color softground etching, etching, drypoint, and aquatint with graphite squaring on wove paper [counterproof]; b) graphite on wove paper, Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund and Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2007.30.14.a-b

a) La Nouvelle Parisienne (25); b) Seated Woman

Jacques Villon · 1902 · a) color softground etching, etching, drypoint, and aquatint with graphite squaring on wove paper [counterproof]; b) graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2007.30.14.a-b

The image shows a person sitting in a chair, in a reclined position with their arms resting on the backrest. The person's face is not shown clearly and they are wearing a floppy hat. They have a voluminous outfit with intricate details, appearing to be made of light fabric. The furniture is ornate with a wooden frame, and there is a decorative element in the background that features a stylized peacock along with other abstract designs.
Jacques Villon, La Parisienne (5), 1902, softground etching, etching, aquatint, and liftground aquatint printed in black and blue and touched with watercolor on wove paper, Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund and Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2007.30.4.a

La Parisienne (5)

Jacques Villon · 1902 · softground etching, etching, aquatint, and liftground aquatint printed in black and blue and touched with watercolor on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2007.30.4.a

The image depicts the upper half of a person sitting on a red upholstered chair with a dark wood frame. The person is reclined slightly to the left side, with their arms resting on the backrest of the chair. They have auburn hair partially visible under a large-brimmed white hat with a feather. The person's face is in profile with distinct features and a subtle expression. They wear a layered garment with ruffled textures, potentially a light-colored dress, and a light yellow fabric around the neck area. No jewelry or objects are visible in their hands. The background is a soft, textured brown wash.
Jacques Villon, La Parisienne (16), 1902, color softground etching, etching, and aquatint on laid paper, Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund and Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2007.30.7

La Parisienne (16)

Jacques Villon · 1902 · color softground etching, etching, and aquatint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2007.30.7

The image shows a woman seated in a side profile on an ornate chair with dark wooden arms and legs, upholstered in a reddish fabric. She has her head slightly turned to the right, resting her chin on one hand. She wears a wide-brimmed hat with decoration and a feather on top, and her hair is styled up. The woman is dressed in a light-colored voluminous garment that may be trimmed with fur or lace. There are no visible jewelry or objects in her hands. The background consists of soft, blended colors in muted tones.
Jacques Villon, La Parisienne (19), 1903, softground etching, etching, drypoint, aquatint, and liftground aquatint printed in pink and black, touched with gray on laid paper, Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund and Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2007.30.10

La Parisienne (19)

Jacques Villon · 1903 · softground etching, etching, drypoint, aquatint, and liftground aquatint printed in pink and black, touched with gray on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2007.30.10

The image displays a pastel drawing of a woman in profile view sitting on a chair. She is wearing a light-colored dress, a large hat, and her hair is styled in an updo. The background is soft and muted.
Jacques Villon, La Parisienne (20), 1903, color softground etching, etching, and aquatint touched with gray on laid paper, Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund and Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2007.30.9

La Parisienne (20)

Jacques Villon · 1903 · color softground etching, etching, and aquatint touched with gray on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2007.30.9