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Henry Harper Benedict

British, 1844 - 1935

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The image shows a scene with a lot of activity, seen from a slightly elevated perspective. There is an architectural structure with columns in the foreground. The style is sketch-like, with expressive line work portraying movement and life. Fine lines and hatching depict figures and carriages throughout the scene. Close to us, there are sketchy people and carriages with quick, fluid strokes. In the distance, more figures and a building can be seen. The horizon is hidden by the architectural element at the top. The color palette is sepia.
James McNeill Whistler, Regent's Quadrant, 1880/1881, etching and drypoint on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.8564

Regent's Quadrant

James McNeill Whistler · 1880/1881 · etching and drypoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.8564

The image shows a man's upper body profile facing left. He has short, neatly combed hair, a part along the top, lightly etched facial features, a pronounced nose, and is wearing a suit with a high-collared shirt. The background consists of hatched lines for depth, with shading and texture to define form and light.
James McNeill Whistler, Lord Wolseley, c. 1877, drypoint in brown on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.8497

Lord Wolseley

James McNeill Whistler · c. 1877 · drypoint in brown on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.8497

The image shows a woman reclining on the ground, leaning against a tree or similar natural structure. She has long hair tied back, delicate facial features, and is wearing a patterned garment with a scarf around her neck. In the background are trees, a few figures or animals, and a detailed sky and surroundings.
James McNeill Whistler, Nursemaid and Child, 1859, etching and drypoint in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Julius Garfinckel, 1938), 2015.19.420

Nursemaid and Child

James McNeill Whistler · 1859 · etching and drypoint in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.420

The image shows an etching of two women positioned partially in profile facing each other. One woman is standing while the other is seated and appears to be focused on some handiwork. The standing woman wears a large hat and a long-sleeved jacket or dress with vertical stripes, while the seated woman wears a long gown with horizontal stripes and is depicted holding some work in her hands. In the background, there is a table with vases or small vessels atop it, set in a sparsely decorated interior space.
James McNeill Whistler, The Seamstress, c. 1884/1886, etching and drypoint on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.8571

The Seamstress

James McNeill Whistler · c. 1884/1886 · etching and drypoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.8571

The image shows a street scene from a slightly elevated perspective, focusing on an ornate archway in the center. The horizon is blocked by buildings and the archway. The brushstrokes are sketchy and loose, with light lines outlining buildings, people, and horses. The color palette is muted, with sepia tones and grayish-black shadows. There are outlines of a horse and carriage in the foreground, while the background depicts blurred buildings, emphasizing the archway's details.
James McNeill Whistler, Temple Bar, c. 1877, etching and drypoint on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.8495

Temple Bar

James McNeill Whistler · c. 1877 · etching and drypoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.8495

The image shows a narrow alleyway with tall buildings in the background. The buildings fill up most of the frame, obscuring the horizon. The scene is depicted in a monochrome color palette of black and grey on sepia-toned paper. The fine, linear brushstrokes detail the textures of the buildings. Two figures are seated in the foreground, while in the distance, window grids and rooftops can be seen.
James McNeill Whistler, Little Smithfield, c. 1877, etching on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.8494

Little Smithfield

James McNeill Whistler · c. 1877 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.8494

The image shows a scene with boats and tall masts on a beach. Buildings and a hillside can be seen in the background. The viewpoint is slightly elevated, and there are figures and objects near the boats. The artist used a sketch-like technique with fine lines and cross-hatching to create depth, shadow, and texture in a monochromatic color scheme.
James McNeill Whistler, Fishing Boats, Hastings, 1877, etching and drypoint on Asian laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.8491

Fishing Boats, Hastings

James McNeill Whistler · 1877 · etching and drypoint on Asian laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.8491

This is a drawing of several figures in a dimly lit interior setting. The scene is characterized by sketchy lines and darker shading in certain areas. The figures appear to be engaged in various activities, with one seemingly bent over a task in the foreground. The composition leads the eye around the picture, with the forms of the figures being defined through an interplay of light and shadow. The background features a textured treatment, suggesting a rustic or workshop-like environment. The lines are loose and flowing, giving the drawing an impressionistic feel, highlighting the movement and interactions within the space.
James McNeill Whistler, The Little Forge, 1875, drypoint on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.8478

The Little Forge

James McNeill Whistler · 1875 · drypoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.8478

The image shows a harbor scene with detailed etching style. Large multi-masted ships are docked along the water's edge, with tall masts. The view is from a slightly elevated angle, showing small boats on the water and figures engaging in activities. Buildings line the waterfront, with signs indicating businesses like "Rope & Sail Makers" and "Hermitage Coal and Wine." Smokestacks release smoke into the sky on the right side. The overall color palette is in sepia tones.
James McNeill Whistler, Thames Warehouses, 1859, etching on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.8422

Thames Warehouses

James McNeill Whistler · 1859 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.8422

The image displays a rocky or bush-covered terrain sloping upward to the left. The horizon is undefined and intersected by the rugged terrain. The drawing features energetic line work with cross-hatching for shadows and textures on the landforms, and the sky is represented with sweeping lines. The image uses a monochromatic palette in shades of gray and black. A solitary figure in flowing garments is seen in the lower right corner, and a path winds towards the horizon in the distance.
James McNeill Whistler, Speke Shore, c. 1875, drypoint on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.8476

Speke Shore

James McNeill Whistler · c. 1875 · drypoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.8476