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William P. Carl Fine Prints

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The image shows a row of old brick buildings by the water. The viewpoint is directly facing the buildings, which are partially submerged. The focus is on the facades of the buildings, showing windows, wood beams, and supporting posts extending into the water. A wooden boat is moored between the buildings and the water. Fine brushstrokes create textures on the bricks and water. The color palette is sepia and muted brown.
Willem Arnold Witsen, Voorstraatshaven, Dordrecht, 1898/1900, etching and aquatint on cream, heavy wove paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2009.18.1

Voorstraatshaven, Dordrecht

Willem Arnold Witsen · 1898/1900 · etching and aquatint on cream, heavy wove paper ·  Accession ID  2009.18.1

Margaret Patterson, Windblown Trees, c. 1920, color woodcut, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2022.50.1

Windblown Trees

Margaret Patterson · c. 1920 · color woodcut ·  Accession ID  2022.50.1

The image shows an etching of a human skull on top of worn books, with another skull nearby. The color palette is monochromatic with beige, brown, and black tones. The skulls are centrally placed, with the larger skull tilting slightly to the left on top of the books. Papers and pages cover some books, extending towards the right side of the composition against a textured background.
Anton F. Pieck, Skulls and Old Books (Schedels met oude Boeken), 1919, etching on wove paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2019.10.1

Skulls and Old Books (Schedels met oude Boeken)

Anton F. Pieck · 1919 · etching on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2019.10.1

This image shows a direct point of view onto an urban street facade dominated by a row of old, weathered brick buildings. The horizon is absent, focusing directly on the front of the building. The style is etching, with precise brushstrokes creating strong contrasts and detailed textures in windows and walls. The color palette is mainly sepia, giving an aged, monochromatic impression. The lower part of the image shows a walkway, with detailed architecture above. Each window and door is distinct, with some windows featuring potted plants. The composition captures the stillness and character of an urban street view in a historic setting.
Willem Arnold Witsen, Oudezijds Achterburgwal, twee deuren in het midden [The Oudezijds Achterburgwal, with Two Doors in the Middle], c. 1905/1906, etching and aquatint on wove paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2017.27.1

Oudezijds Achterburgwal, twee deuren in het midden [The Oudezijds Achterburgwal, with Two Doors in the Middle]

Willem Arnold Witsen · c. 1905/1906 · etching and aquatint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2017.27.1

The image shows a harbor filled with sailing vessels, viewed from the water. The horizon is slightly above the center, separating the sea from the sky. The moon is visible on the horizon, casting a reflection on the water. The artwork uses swirling brushstrokes, especially in the sky, giving a sense of movement. The color palette consists of deep blues and blacks, with lighter shades around the moon and its reflection. The sailing ships are silhouetted against the sky, emphasizing their form.
Charles Cottet, Galerie Georges Petit, Fishing Boats, Setting Sun, 1905, etching, drypoint and roulette printed in dark blue on laid paper, Purchased for the Virginia and Ira Jackson Collection, 2022.184.1

Fishing Boats, Setting Sun

Charles Cottet, Galerie Georges Petit · 1905 · etching, drypoint and roulette printed in dark blue on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2022.184.1

The image shows a village scene with a tranquil setting. From an elevated angle, the village includes small houses with pointed roofs, a row of trees, and a wooden bridge. In the sky, a line of birds flies above the houses. Near the viewer, there is a peaceful waterway reflecting the village buildings, featuring windows, doors, and smoke rising from a chimney. The artwork is created using fine-line etching, showcasing detailed textures. The color scheme is monochromatic, mainly using shades of brown to depict the timeless village scene.
Wynand Otto Jan Nieuwenkamp, Het Sluisje te Edam (The Little Sluice, Edam), 1903-1910; this impression 1908, etching printed in brown-black on wove paper [artist's proof], Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2020.32.1

Het Sluisje te Edam (The Little Sluice, Edam)

Wynand Otto Jan Nieuwenkamp · 1903-1910; this impression 1908 · etching printed in brown-black on wove paper [artist's proof] ·  Accession ID  2020.32.1

This is a drawing of a grand gothic cathedral facade. The drawing depicts the architectural details of a large cathedral, including stone carvings, arched doorways, decorative statues, a rose window, slender columns, pointed arches, and intricately decorated doorways. The facade is embellished with sculptural elements and ornate tracery. The illustration uses shading and linework to create depth and texture, capturing the essence of gothic design.
Marius Alexander Jacques Bauer, Amiens Cathedral, 1890, etching and drypoint on beige wove paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2020.32.3

Amiens Cathedral

Marius Alexander Jacques Bauer · 1890 · etching and drypoint on beige wove paper ·  Accession ID  2020.32.3

The image shows a close-up, partial side view of a person's face and upper shoulder, with a focus on the head and partial neck area. The person is positioned facing left, with their head turned slightly towards the viewer for a three-quarter view of the face. The facial features are well-defined with shadows and lines, emphasizing depth. The individual has full lips and expressive eyes set within a face marked by shading and texture. They are wearing a dark hat with a broad brim casting a shadow across the forehead. The clothing appears to be dark and textured, possibly a coat, with only the shoulder and a part of the upper chest visible. The background is a muted, textured surface providing minimal context, with lighter and darker areas emphasizing the focus on the face and hat.
Dox Thrash, Abraham, 1937, drypoint with etching on wove paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2023.69.3

Abraham

Dox Thrash · 1937 · drypoint with etching on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2023.69.3

The image features several large, stylized objects including a vase in the center, a pear on a plate to the left, and abstract leaf shapes in the background. The color palette is monochrome, using black and beige tones to create contrast.
Flora Itwin Schofield, Studio Still Life, 1933, woodcut, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2022.50.2

Studio Still Life

Flora Itwin Schofield · 1933 · woodcut ·  Accession ID  2022.50.2

The image shows a birds-eye view of a village with various structures and natural elements. A group of people is walking on a path lined with thatched-roof buildings, giving a sense of activity. The buildings have steep roofs and chimneys. The horizon is high in the image, with hills and trees extending into the distance. The trees have intricate branches. The brushstrokes are fine, emphasizing detail and texture. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of gray and brown, reminiscent of an engraving or etching.
Robin Tanner, Christmas, 1929, etching on pale blue-green paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2019.10.2

Christmas

Robin Tanner · 1929 · etching on pale blue-green paper ·  Accession ID  2019.10.2