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Mrs. Joan A. Lees

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The image shows a person crouching down and holding a long staff. They have a rugged appearance with facial hair, wearing a wide-brimmed straw hat and practical clothing. In the background, there are dense foliage, rustic buildings, and an open landscape under a clear sky.
Auguste Lepère, Le gueux des campagnes, 1895, woodcut on Japan paper, Gift of Joan Lees in memory of Edward Lees, M.D., 1981.58.1

Le gueux des campagnes

Auguste Lepère · 1895 · woodcut on Japan paper ·  Accession ID  1981.58.1

The image shows an array of intersecting lines and shapes within a rectangular frame, creating an abstract pattern. The lines are in shades of blue and brown, crisscrossing and overlapping. The overall effect is dense and intricate, with clusters of lines hinting at structures. The lines vary in concentration and orientation, creating a sense of depth and movement within the confined space.
Mark Tobey, Pensees Germinales, 1973, drypoint in brown and blue on wove paper, Gift of Joan Lees, 1983.46.2

Pensees Germinales

Mark Tobey · 1973 · drypoint in brown and blue on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1983.46.2

The image depicts a scene by a body of water. The viewpoint is slightly elevated, showing a shoreline with tree-covered hills and a small sailboat on the water. The horizon divides the sky from the water. The etching uses fine lines to create textures in the water and foliage. The color palette is monochromatic, with variations of sepia or black ink on a cream-colored background. A man stands on the bank of the water, and ducks float nearby. A small boat with a person inside is on the right. Reflections of hills and trees can be seen on the water.
Charles-François Daubigny, Cabin Boy Pulling the Rope (Le Mousse tirant le cordeau), 1862, etching, Gift of Joan Lees in memory of Edward Lees, M.D., 1981.58.7

Cabin Boy Pulling the Rope (Le Mousse tirant le cordeau)

Charles-François Daubigny · 1862 · etching ·  Accession ID  1981.58.7

The image is an etching showing a train moving along a track next to a river. Passengers are visible leaning out of the train windows. On the left side, a river with boats can be seen, with hills and the sky in the background. The sky and water in the image have linear brushstrokes, and the smoke from the train adds movement. The color scheme is monochromatic, with dark lines against a light background. Swirling clouds in the sky add depth to the scene.
Charles-François Daubigny, The Departure (Le Depart), 1862, etching, Gift of Joan Lees in memory of Edward Lees, M.D., 1981.58.18

The Departure (Le Depart)

Charles-François Daubigny · 1862 · etching ·  Accession ID  1981.58.18

The image features a low viewpoint of a boat on water with two figures aboard. The boat is towards the left and casts a reflection in the still water. A row of trees is visible on the distant horizon against the sky. The artwork utilizes intricate line work to create texture in the sky and water using a monochromatic dark brown color palette. The scene focuses on the contrast between light and shadow, with reflections and textured lines suggesting ripples extending to the horizon.
Charles-François Daubigny, Night Journey, 2nd Plate (Voyage de nuit), 1862, etching, Gift of Joan Lees in memory of Edward Lees, M.D., 1981.58.12

Night Journey, 2nd Plate (Voyage de nuit)

Charles-François Daubigny · 1862 · etching ·  Accession ID  1981.58.12

The image shows a group of children and a man on a path. A young boy is pulling a cart filled with goods, while others are either riding in the cart or walking alongside it. A man is carrying two children on each arm. The horizon is low in the image, emphasizing the sky and vast landscape. The horizon is defined by trees and distant structures. The brushwork in the image is detailed with fine lines creating textures and shading in the clothing and foliage. The color palette is sepia tones, giving an old-fashioned look to the scene. The sky has light clouds, contrasting with the detailed figures and landscape.
Charles-François Daubigny, Boarding the Bottin (L'Emmenagement au Bottin), 1862, etching, Gift of Joan Lees in memory of Edward Lees, M.D., 1981.58.5

Boarding the Bottin (L'Emmenagement au Bottin)

Charles-François Daubigny · 1862 · etching ·  Accession ID  1981.58.5

The image shows a scene with fish jumping out of the water. The perspective is at water level. The horizon is near the top third of the image with distant land and sparse trees to the right. A steamboat is visible in the distance. The sketch features detailed linework, creating movement and texture in the water and sky. The color palette is monochromatic with varying shades of brown on cream-colored paper. Fish are jumping out of the water in the foreground, while birds are seen flying in the sky in the background.
Charles-François Daubigny, The Fish Rejoice when the Cabin Boy Leaves (Rejouissances de poissons du depart du mo, 1862, etching, Gift of Joan Lees in memory of Edward Lees, M.D., 1981.58.17

The Fish Rejoice when the Cabin Boy Leaves (Rejouissances de poissons du depart du mo

Charles-François Daubigny · 1862 · etching ·  Accession ID  1981.58.17

Two donkeys are standing amidst scattered objects on the ground, illuminated by a beam of light streaming in through an open doorway. The color palette is monochromatic, consisting primarily of dark shades with lighter highlights to suggest light and shadow. The donkeys are positioned towards the left and center of the image, with the doorway shining light from the right side, creating a contrast in the lower left area of the space.
Charles-François Daubigny, Interior of an Inn (Interieur d'une auberge), 1862, etching, Gift of Joan Lees in memory of Edward Lees, M.D., 1981.58.11

Interior of an Inn (Interieur d'une auberge)

Charles-François Daubigny · 1862 · etching ·  Accession ID  1981.58.11

There is an image depicting a riverbank, with a small boat moored in the water. A figure is seen fishing from the boat towards the left of the image. The background shows trees, shrubbery, and pointed spires in the distance. The artwork features fine line work with etching techniques, creating a monochromatic color palette of black lines against a cream background.
Charles-François Daubigny, Cabin Boy Fishing (Le Mousse a la peche), 1862, etching, Gift of Joan Lees in memory of Edward Lees, M.D., 1981.58.13

Cabin Boy Fishing (Le Mousse a la peche)

Charles-François Daubigny · 1862 · etching ·  Accession ID  1981.58.13

The image is a black and white etching of a scene showing a rowboat on water. Two figures are in the boat, one sitting with an oar and the other standing and looking into the distance. The boat has a small enclosed structure on the right. On the shore, there are figures with animals. Trees are scattered around, with one tall tree in the foreground. The high horizon includes clouds and birds. The etching has detailed line work showing textures in the scene. The contrast of light and dark defines forms and evokes a sense of place.
Charles-François Daubigny, Cambronne's Word (Le Mot de Cambronne), 1862, etching, Gift of Joan Lees in memory of Edward Lees, M.D., 1981.58.9

Cambronne's Word (Le Mot de Cambronne)

Charles-François Daubigny · 1862 · etching ·  Accession ID  1981.58.9