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Bessie Potter Vonnoh

Keyes, Bessie Onahotema Potter Vonnoh
Keyes, Edward Loughborough Mrs.
Potter, Bessie Onahotema
Vonnoh, Robert W. Mrs.

American, 1872 - 1955

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This painting depicts a riverbank over which a stone bridge stretches. In the distance, Notre-Dame cathedral is visible in the center of the painting. The cathedral's silhouette stands out against the soft gray and blue sky. It is painted in shades of gray, with some hints of seafoam green and rosy pink. Closest to us, on the bottom left, is a group of people standing by a staircase that leads up to the stone bridge. A cart and horse are nearby on the right, standing by the edge of the water. The bridge is filled with a crowd of figures, including people, horses, and carts. The people in the painting are suggested with small dots and dashes of paint and have little detail. Trees in shades of green, red, and yellow ochre line the street at the opposite side of the bridge. The brushstrokes in the painting are thick and fluid, giving the scene a hazy look.
Robert William Vonnoh, Notre Dame de Paris, c. 1890, oil on canvas, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Bessie Potter Vonnoh Keyes, 1955), 2015.19.79

Notre Dame de Paris

Robert William Vonnoh · c. 1890 · oil on canvas ·  Accession ID  2015.19.79

The image shows a panoramic view of a town. The horizon line is above rolling hills, with mountains in the background. Two tall towers of a church or cathedral stand out in the skyline. The style is detailed, with clear lines and textures of buildings and landscape. The color palette is sepia, giving a nostalgic feel. Rooftops, some with distinct tiles, overlap in the foreground. The town is densely packed with buildings of varying complexity, stretching into the distance.
John Taylor Arms, Charles S. White, Light and Shade, Taxco, 1946, etching in black on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Bessie Potter Vonnoh Keyes, 1955), 2015.19.851

Light and Shade, Taxco

John Taylor Arms, Charles S. White · 1946 · etching in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.851

This is a drawing of a temperance pledge certificate. The image depicts a "Family Pledge" against the use of intoxicating liquors. The drawing is intricately detailed, featuring symbolic imagery and text banners supporting the message of temperance. Cherubic figures hold a banner at the top that reads, "From this fountain of temperance flow many blessings." Vignettes in the drawing depict a nurturing family scene, with themes of "Industry & Contentment," "Health & Happiness," "Honesty, Frugality," and "Filial-Piety & Religion." The central portion of the drawing includes designated text spaces for the names of "Parents" and "Children." The illustration combines Victorian-era aesthetics with moral teachings to convey its message.
Joseph E. Baker, Family Pledge, 19th century, graphite and gray wash on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Bessie Potter Vonnoh Keyes, 1955), 2015.19.856

Family Pledge

Joseph E. Baker · 19th century · graphite and gray wash on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.856

The image displays swirling and flowing shapes in a dynamic composition. The design features earthy tones with splashes of red, green, and blue. The shapes resemble organic forms like waves or smoke. Some areas evoke textures of a rocky landscape or marbled surface. There is a visual complexity with intertwining colors similar to natural stone patterns or weathered surfaces.
Wilson Irvine, Winter, c. 1927, oil and watercolor on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Bessie Potter Vonnoh Keyes, 1955), 2015.19.854

Winter

Wilson Irvine · c. 1927 · oil and watercolor on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.854

The sculpture depicts a female figure standing gracefully in a flowing garment. Her head is turned slightly downward with an elegant demeanor. The material appears to be bronze with a greenish patina, covering the entire piece. The sculpture captures a moment of poised stillness, emphasizing the draping and texture of the fabric as she holds a part of her gown with her left hand. The posture and craftsmanship present the figure realistically, conveying a sense of refined beauty and classical style. The sculpture stands on a solid, flat base.
Bessie Potter Vonnoh, In Grecian Draperies, c. 1913, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Bessie Potter Vonnoh Keyes, 1955), 2015.19.3739

In Grecian Draperies

Bessie Potter Vonnoh · c. 1913 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3739

The sculpture depicts a young child standing on a rocky base. The figure is posed with one leg slightly bent and arms extended outwards. The child has curly hair and a serene expression, looking downward. It is made of bronze with a green patina. The appearance is smooth and polished, rendered realistically. The sculpture appears life-sized, showcasing skillful representation of anatomy and posture.
Bessie Potter Vonnoh, Water Lillies, 1913, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Bessie Potter Vonnoh Keyes, 1955), 2015.19.3736

Water Lillies

Bessie Potter Vonnoh · 1913 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3736

Bessie Potter Vonnoh, The Kiss, 1906, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Bessie Potter Vonnoh Keyes, 1955), 2015.19.3743

The Kiss

Bessie Potter Vonnoh · 1906 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3743

The image shows a man standing in a relaxed pose. He has one hand on his hip and the other holding a small hat at his side. The man has a mustache and short, neatly-combed hair. He is dressed in a formal outfit with a buttoned jacket, collared shirt, tie, and trousers. The drawing is in shades of gray on a plain background, focusing solely on the man.
Robert William Vonnoh, Standing Man, late 19th century, graphite with scratched highlights on gray prepared wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Bessie Potter Vonnoh Keyes, wife of the artist, 1955), 2015.19.859

Standing Man

Robert William Vonnoh · late 19th century · graphite with scratched highlights on gray prepared wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.859

The sculpture depicts a standing human figure draped in an intricate garment that flows down to her feet, with one of her hands adjusting the fabric on her shoulder. Her head is tilted slightly downward, and her long hair cascades over her shoulders. The sculpture is made of bronze with a dark brown patina and areas of greenish-blue oxidation. It presents a serene and calm posture, with realistic details carved into the garment and hair. The sculpture is smaller than life-sized, inviting viewers to examine it closely to appreciate the fine details.
Bessie Potter Vonnoh, Daphne, c. 1910, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Bessie Potter Vonnoh Keyes, 1955), 2015.19.3745

Daphne

Bessie Potter Vonnoh · c. 1910 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3745

The image displays a three-quarter length portrait of a person in profile view, with their arms crossed. The person has facial hair, wearing a high top hat that covers part of the forehead. They are dressed in a dark suit jacket and have a cigar in their mouth. The background is a textured gray surface.
Robert William Vonnoh, Man in Top Hat, Smoking a Cigar, late 19th century, graphite with scratched highlights on blue-gray prepared wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Bessie Potter Vonnoh Keyes, wife of the artist, 1955), 2015.19.857

Man in Top Hat, Smoking a Cigar

Robert William Vonnoh · late 19th century · graphite with scratched highlights on blue-gray prepared wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.857