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Mary E. Maxwell

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The image shows a view from slightly above ground level of two figures standing in an open field. The horizon is towards the upper third of the image, with the field stretching towards distant trees and structures under a cloudy sky. A man with a hat stands next to a woman who is bowing her head with hands clasped, near a scattered array of dug-up turnips and a resting wheelbarrow. The art style appears to use fine strokes resembling hand-drawn etching, with intricate details in the clothing and features of the individuals. The color scheme is monochromatic, using shades of sepia or brown to create an earthy and subdued atmosphere in the rural setting.
Charles Giroux, The Angelus, etching, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase, Mary E. Maxwell Fund, 1927), 2015.19.306

The Angelus

Charles Giroux · · etching ·  Accession ID  2015.19.306

The image shows Mont Saint-Michel against a stormy sky. The horizon is low in the scene, with the abbey featuring pointed spires. The etched lines create texture and depth. A monochromatic color palette of black and gray gives a somber feel. A boat and figures with horses are in the foreground, with sand and water stretching into the distance.
Alfred-Louis Brounet Debaines, Le Mont St. Michel, 1911, etching, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase, Mary E. Maxwell Fund, 1927), 2015.143.46

Le Mont St. Michel

Alfred-Louis Brounet Debaines · 1911 · etching ·  Accession ID  2015.143.46

The image depicts a detailed drawing of three individuals from the waist up, arranged in a staggered formation. The central figure is a woman facing slightly downward with her eyes closed, adorned with a cloth covering her head. She wears a dark cloak fastened at the neck with a hand near her chest. To her left is a man in partial profile also looking down, wearing a head covering and simple garment. On the right is another man in profile with a prominent nose and facial hair, wearing a dark cloak and hands clasped together. The background features vertical lines suggesting an architectural setting, fading into a dark void behind them.
Alphonse Legros, Baptism, c. 1870, etching, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase, Mary E. Maxwell Fund, 1927), 2015.143.45

Baptism

Alphonse Legros · c. 1870 · etching ·  Accession ID  2015.143.45

The image shows an architectural scene with an ornate gate, leafless trees, and a building with a domed cupola in the background. The artwork features fine line work, intricate details, and a monochromatic sepia color palette. The street is depicted with cobblestones and sparse grass.
Charles H. Woodbury, J. Eastman Chase, The Johnson Gate, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 1890, etching in black on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase, Mary E. Maxwell Fund, 1930), 2015.19.334

The Johnson Gate, Cambridge, Massachusetts

Charles H. Woodbury, J. Eastman Chase · 1890 · etching in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.334

The image shows an elevated view of a landscape with a river running through it. In the foreground, there is a bridge leading to a group of buildings on a rocky incline. Beyond the bridge, there are additional structures, possibly towers, adding to the old-world architecture vibe. The sky has wispy clouds, and the etching has detailed line work capturing textures. The color palette is mainly monochromatic, emphasizing light and shadow contrasts. In the distance, there are hills or mountains.
Joseph Pennell, St. Martin's Bridge, Toledo, 1904, etching in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase, Mary E. Maxwell Fund, 1927), 2015.19.304

St. Martin's Bridge, Toledo

Joseph Pennell · 1904 · etching in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.304

The image shows a distant architectural structure with domes and minarets, possibly a mosque or palace, seen from a slightly left angle. The horizon is high, defined by the building against the sky. The ground is lightly detailed with lines indicating a path. The style is defined by gentle pencil or ink strokes, offering an impressionistic feel. The color palette is muted, mainly natural tones and dark lines. In the distance, faintly drawn figures and carriages suggest a scene of activity around the building.
Ernest Stephen Lumsden, The Mosque, Calcutta, 1912, etching in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase, Mary E. Maxwell Fund, 1927), 2015.19.311

The Mosque, Calcutta

Ernest Stephen Lumsden · 1912 · etching in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.311

This artwork shows a street-level view of an architectural structure, potentially a cathedral, with a detailed tower at the center. Scaffolding is visible on parts of the building, suggesting construction or renovation. The brushstrokes are precise, capturing the intricate details of the Gothic architecture. The color scheme is monochrome, enhancing the textures and shadows. Figures in period attire walk along a shadowed square. Trees frame the right side, adding depth. The sky is lightly sketched in the background.
Charles J. Watson, Saint Germain, L'Auxerrois, 1913, etching and drypoint in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase, Mary E. Maxwell Fund, 1932), 2015.19.356

Saint Germain, L'Auxerrois

Charles J. Watson · 1913 · etching and drypoint in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.356

The image shows a row of buildings and a church in an urban setting. The church tower is prominent among the structures. A large tree is on the right side of the image, with branches framing the top. In the distance, more buildings are visible with intricate architectural details. Some individuals are near a fence lining the street. The image is detailed and appears like an etching, using fine lines. It has a monochromatic color scheme with a vintage look. Light, shadow, and precise lines create a subdued yet intricate scene.
Joseph Pennell, House Where Whistler Died, 1904, etching in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase, Mary E. Maxwell Fund, 1927), 2015.19.303

House Where Whistler Died

Joseph Pennell · 1904 · etching in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.303

The image shows an elderly man standing and reading a book. He has a long beard, glasses, white hair sticking out from under a small hat, and is wearing a robe with tefillin straps around his left arm. The background is shaded, and Hebrew text is seen at the upper right. The drawing is signed by Alphonse Lévy.
Alph Levy, The Rabbi, c. 1887, lithograph in black with chine collé on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase, Mary E. Maxwell Fund, 1927), 2015.19.313

The Rabbi

Alph Levy · c. 1887 · lithograph in black with chine collé on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.313

The image shows a harbor from a low perspective, looking towards the port. There are buildings along the horizon. There are several ships and boats close to the viewer. The artwork features intricate line work and cross-hatching to depict movement and texture. The color scheme is limited to sepia tones, creating a vintage look. The buildings in the background are subtly portrayed, shifting focus to the ships and water details.
H. Ivan Neilson, The Harbor, Quebec, Canada, c. 1910, etching in black with chine collé on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase, Mary E. Maxwell Fund, 1927), 2015.19.299

The Harbor, Quebec, Canada

H. Ivan Neilson · c. 1910 · etching in black with chine collé on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.299