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Clendenin J. Ryan Sr.

American, 1881 - 1939

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The image shows two figures in a scene. The left figure is standing up, facing right with a slight turn to the left. The person is depicted in full-body view, with muscular features, long curly hair, a laurel wreath, and holding a bow. The right figure is seated on the ground, partially visible from the waist up, with distinct facial features, long straight hair held back by a band with a jewel, and holding foliage or a plant. The seated figure has a relaxed posture. The background has a lightly textured surface, and the ground where the seated figure rests shows a lion's pelt with a visible lion's head. A monogram or artist's signature is in the bottom right corner of the image.
Albrecht Dürer, Apollo and Diana, 1504/1505, engraving on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.3486

Apollo and Diana

Albrecht Dürer · 1504/1505 · engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.3486

The image depicts an architectural scene with a grand building featuring towers and steep rooftops. The viewpoint is slightly elevated, highlighting the structures. Additional architectural elements are visible in the background against a cloudy sky with smoke. The artwork is created using an etching technique with fine lines detailing the building's shadows and textures. The monochrome color palette uses sepia tones, typical of etched prints. In the foreground, a bridge with rounded arches spans a body of water, with a boat passing underneath.
Charles Meryon, La Tour de l'Horloge, Paris (The Clock Tower, Paris), 1852, etching on wove Japanese paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.6164

La Tour de l'Horloge, Paris (The Clock Tower, Paris)

Charles Meryon · 1852 · etching on wove Japanese paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.6164

The image shows three men standing closely together in a circular formation. Each man faces one another as if in conversation. The man on the left wears a long-sleeved tunic with a belt and a cap with a length of fabric hanging down the back. His facial features are partially visible, with a prominent nose and upward gaze towards the man in the middle. The central figure wears a turban-like headdress, has a thick beard and mustache, and holds a long stick or staff with both hands. He is dressed in a similar long-sleeved tunic and appears slightly taller. The man on the right is facing slightly towards the middle man; he wears a wide-brimmed fur hat and a layered tunic with a belt. His face shows a prominent nose and small eyes, and he holds a woven basket in his right hand, with a small case or sheath hanging from his belt. The background is plain, emphasizing the detailed linework and texture on the men's clothes and features.
Albrecht Dürer, Three Peasants in Conversation, c. 1497, engraving on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.3473

Three Peasants in Conversation

Albrecht Dürer · c. 1497 · engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.3473

The image shows a head-and-shoulders view of a person seated slightly to the right of the frame. The individual is in a three-quarter view, holding an ornate vertical object in their left hand, with their gaze directed off to the right beyond the picture's confines. Their facial features are rendered with softened lines, showcasing a strong nose and a subtle smile framed by shadowy hatching, and their hair is voluminous, with loose curls spilling over the shoulders. They are wearing a dark, voluminous cloak or jacket with a thick collar. In their hand, they clutch a tall, narrow scepter or cane with an elaborate design near the top. The background is abstract, with swirling and chaotic lines.
Anders Zorn, Girl with a Cigarette II, 1891, etching on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.8842

Girl with a Cigarette II

Anders Zorn · 1891 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.8842

This is a drawing of a scene in an architectural setting with arches and columns. The drawing contains intricate line work and depicts an interior scene with multiple figures. The architecture includes classical elements such as rounded arches and decorative columns. In the foreground, there is a cluttered table with items on it, and what appears to be a basket of food on the floor nearby. In the open space, various individuals stand engaged in conversation or looking on towards the center, while one figure carrying a torch stands elevated at the back, overlooking the entire scene. The space is highly detailed, suggesting a significant gathering within a grand, classical architectural setting.
Albrecht Dürer, The Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple, c. 1502/1503, woodcut on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.3578

The Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple

Albrecht Dürer · c. 1502/1503 · woodcut on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.3578

The image shows a man on a cross with arms outstretched, wearing a crown of thorns. A group of people surrounds the base of the cross. One woman appears mourning on the left, while different individuals, including one kneeling, are depicted on the right. The background features rock formations and a landscape. The scene is rendered in a style emphasizing line and texture, with no visible color, and a skull and rocks are on the ground beneath the cross.
Martin Schongauer, The Crucifixion, c. 1480, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.33

The Crucifixion

Martin Schongauer · c. 1480 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1943.3.33

The image shows four individuals from head to toe. The figure on the right is a bearded man in long robes, extending one hand as if speaking. He has long, curly hair. To the left, a seated woman leans on another standing woman. The standing woman wears a gown with a fitted bodice and wrapped headdress, looking towards the bearded man. Behind them, another person is partially obscured, also wearing garments with a head covering. The background displays a cityscape with detailed architecture, including buildings with towers and domed roofs against a hilly landscape. A large, bare tree is on the right, and a winding road or pathway adds depth to the composition.
Albrecht Dürer, Christ Taking Leave from His Mother, c. 1504/1505, woodcut on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.3591

Christ Taking Leave from His Mother

Albrecht Dürer · c. 1504/1505 · woodcut on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.3591

The image shows a stone gargoyle on the edge of a building overlooking a cityscape. A tall Gothic tower is prominent on the horizon line, surrounded by various buildings. The artwork features detailed brushstrokes and engravings, emphasizing texture. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of sepia. Birds are seen flying in the background sky.
Charles Meryon, Le stryge (The Vampire), 1853, etching on Japanese laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.6160

Le stryge (The Vampire)

Charles Meryon · 1853 · etching on Japanese laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.6160

Albrecht Dürer, The Nativity, c. 1502/1504, woodcut on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.3583

The Nativity

Albrecht Dürer · c. 1502/1504 · woodcut on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.3583

The image depicts a street scene with an old building featuring a steep, thatched roof running diagonally across. The horizon is not visible, but chimneys and rooftops provide upward movement. The style uses fine, precise lines typical of etching capturing architectural details and textures. The color palette is sepia tones. Barrels and goods are displayed in the foreground with a seated shopkeeper. Figures are engaged in conversation further down the street, leading the eye toward rooftops and smoke rising from a chimney under a sky with dispersed cloud patterns.
Charles Meryon, Ancienne habitation à Bourges, dite "La Maison du Musicien" (An Old House at Bourges, Sometimes Called the "Musician's House"), 1860, etching with graphite additions on wove Japanese paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.6212

Ancienne habitation à Bourges, dite "La Maison du Musicien" (An Old House at Bourges, Sometimes Called the "Musician's House")

Charles Meryon · 1860 · etching with graphite additions on wove Japanese paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.6212