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Emily Sargent

American, 1857 - 1929

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The image shows a profile view of a man's upper body and head. He is positioned facing to the right of the image. The man's facial features include a prominent nose, full lips, and a strong jawline. He has curly hair with sideburns extending to his cheeks. He is wearing a high-collared coat fastened with large buttons and a cravat wrapped neatly around his neck. The background is an oval shape with a darker gradient and the name "Th. Moore" is written below in script.
Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin, Thomas Moore, 1805, mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of William Wilson Corcoran), 2015.19.1584.31.3

Thomas Moore

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin · 1805 · mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1584.31.3

The image shows abstract pencil lines and shapes on a blank background. Most of the drawing is on the right side of the paper. The lines suggest a person bending over. The sketch is minimalistic with sparse lines, giving an abstract quality to the representation. The figure resembles a human form with lack of detail and simplicity of lines emphasizing the abstract nature of the artwork.
John Singer Sargent, Study for "Shoeing Calvary Horses at the Front" [verso], 1918, graphite on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Miss Emily Sargent and Mrs. Francis Ormond, sisters of the artist), 2015.19.700.b

Study for "Shoeing Calvary Horses at the Front" [verso]

John Singer Sargent · 1918 · graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.700.b

The image features a pencil sketch of a landscape with trees. The composition shows a few trees scattered across a field, with the horizon positioned slightly above the center. The trees vary in size and detail, with some appearing as tall bare branches and others as smaller stumps. A detailed tree is depicted on the left, while the distant trees are sketched with lighter lines to create depth. The monochrome palette uses shades of pencil gray on cream-colored paper. The sketch is minimalistic and sparse, giving it a simple and unfinished look.
John Singer Sargent, Devastated Trees [verso], 1918, graphite on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Miss Emily Sargent and Mrs. Francis Ormond, sisters of the artist), 2015.19.687.b

Devastated Trees [verso]

John Singer Sargent · 1918 · graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.687.b

The image shows a sketch of a tree split and splintered, with detailed jagged lines illustrating its damaged condition. The drawing technique uses light and tentative pencil strokes, with more emphasis on the lines indicating the broken parts of the tree. The faintly suggested horizon features indistinct shapes that could be people or figures. In the background, less defined elements like another tree or structural formation are present. The color palette is monochromatic, using beige paper and gray pencil to create contrast and emphasize the rough texture of the drawing.
John Singer Sargent, Two Shattered Trees; and Study for "The Road" [verso], 1918, graphite on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Miss Emily Sargent and Mrs. Francis Ormond, sisters of the artist), 2015.19.672.b

Two Shattered Trees; and Study for "The Road" [verso]

John Singer Sargent · 1918 · graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.672.b

The image depicts a sketch of an upper body with partial detail, using charcoal or pencil on paper. The figure is shown in a seated position with the body angled slightly away. The facial features of the individual are not drawn, with only an outline indicating the head. The hair is depicted as short. The clothing is illustrated as a robe or drapery with significant folds. The figure's arm extends outward, with the sketch capturing the flow of the cloth. There are no visible pieces of jewelry or objects the person is holding. The background of the image is plain, showing the texture of the paper, occasionally marked by light shadowing or shading.
John Singer Sargent, Study of Drapery [verso], 1920-1922, charcoal on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Miss Emily Sargent and Mrs. Francis Ormond, sisters of the artist), 2015.19.677.b

Study of Drapery [verso]

John Singer Sargent · 1920-1922 · charcoal on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.677.b

The image shows a profile portrait of a person with detailed facial features, including a prominent nose, a slightly pointed chin, and tightly closed lips. The individual has voluminous curly hair styled in a ponytail tied with a ribbon and is dressed in formal historical attire with a high-collared garment, cravat, and jacket with buttons. There is no visible jewelry or objects in the person's hands. The background is a plain, dark circular area contrasting with the figure. The image is bordered in beige with the name "Jos. Scoles" written underneath.
Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin, Joseph C. Lewis II, 1805, mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of William Wilson Corcoran), 2015.19.1584.31.7

Joseph C. Lewis II

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin · 1805 · mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1584.31.7

The image shows an illustrated side profile portrait of a man sitting upright. The man has classical facial features with a prominent nose, firm chin, and visible sideburns. His hair is styled neatly back and appears to be tied into a small queue. He is wearing a high-collared shirt with a cravat and a tailored coat with visible buttons. The background is a textured circle against a blank backdrop. Below the portrait is the handwritten cursive name "General Dearborn Henry."
Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin, Henry Dearborn, 1805, mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of William Wilson Corcoran), 2015.19.1584.31.10

Henry Dearborn

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin · 1805 · mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1584.31.10

The image shows a sketch of land under a cloudy sky. The horizon is visible near the lower edge, where the land meets the sky. Some clouds have streaks suggesting rain. The sketch is detailed with pencil lines, showing the textures of clouds and land. The color scheme is primarily grayscale. Darker forms in the foreground may represent vegetation or terrain. Farther away, the horizon is subtly shaded with the sky above.
John Singer Sargent, Clouds [verso], 1870-1872, graphite on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Miss Emily Sargent and Mrs. Francis Ormond, sisters of the artist), 2015.19.680.b

Clouds [verso]

John Singer Sargent · 1870-1872 · graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.680.b

The image shows a side profile portrait of a man from the shoulders up. The man is positioned facing right, displaying a classic profile pose. His facial features include a prominent nose and a slightly open mouth, with a strong jawline and sideburns. His hair is short, curly, and neatly styled. He is wearing a dark coat with a high collar, which is layered over a white shirt with a voluminous neckcloth. There is no visible jewelry or objects being held by the person. The background is a plain, blank circular area that creates a contrast, highlighting the subject. The lower part of the image has a sepia-toned border with the handwritten name "Ths. Semmes."
Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin, Thomas Semmes, 1805, mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of William Wilson Corcoran), 2015.19.1584.31.1

Thomas Semmes

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin · 1805 · mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1584.31.1

The image is a sketch showing several figures and body parts. The central figure, seen from the back in full view, appears to be standing upright and using crutches, wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Other smaller figures to the right are depicted standing and walking forward, wearing short tunics or dresses, with visible legs and arms. In the top right corner, there is a sketch of what seems to be a head or face viewed side-on. On the left side, there is a partial study of an arm. The background is plain with no additional context or environment details.
John Singer Sargent, Studies of Peasants with Wheelbarrows [verso], 1870-1872, graphite on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Miss Emily Sargent and Mrs. Francis Ormond, sisters of the artist), 2015.19.681.b

Studies of Peasants with Wheelbarrows [verso]

John Singer Sargent · 1870-1872 · graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.681.b