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Mr. and Mrs. William Dailey

Dailey, William and Victoria

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The image displays an elderly man playing a guitar. He is standing, slightly hunched over, focusing on strumming the guitar with his right hand. The man has deep lines on his face, a prominent nose, visible cheekbones, and white, sparse hair under a wide-brimmed hat. He is dressed in a dark long coat, a light-colored shirt and trousers, and sturdy shoes. The man holds an acoustic guitar, with his coat draping over one shoulder. The background shows a rough-textured stone wall, casting a shadow of the man and guitar onto it.
James Craig Annan, A Blind Musician - Granada, 1914, photogravure, Gay Block Fund and Robert B. Menschel and the Vital Projects Fund, 2010.83.1

A Blind Musician - Granada

James Craig Annan · 1914 · photogravure ·  Accession ID  2010.83.1

The image displays an old stone gateway with surrounding walls. The structure features a large, arched gateway in a textured stone wall. Above the arch is a simple architecture with a small visible window. The wall extends into the distance with trees peeking from behind. In the foreground, a dirt pathway leads to the gateway, which is the focal point. The scene is captured in muted tones, providing a historical or vintage feel to the photograph.
James Craig Annan, A Gateway - Segovia, 1914, photogravure, Gay Block Fund and Robert B. Menschel and the Vital Projects Fund, 2010.83.2

A Gateway - Segovia

James Craig Annan · 1914 · photogravure ·  Accession ID  2010.83.2

The image shows a woman standing facing the camera directly. She has distinct facial features with high cheekbones and a broad smile, dark hair pulled back tightly. She is dressed in a traditional outfit with a shawl draped over her shoulders and a long striped skirt. In her right hand, she is holding a clay pot, and her left arm is wrapped around a large wicker basket filled with bundles. She wears simple bracelets on her wrist. The background is a textured wall, with a flat surface beneath her.
James Craig Annan, A Gitana - Granada, 1914, photogravure, Gay Block Fund and Robert B. Menschel and the Vital Projects Fund, 2010.83.3

A Gitana - Granada

James Craig Annan · 1914 · photogravure ·  Accession ID  2010.83.3

The image features a man and a team of oxen connected to a plow, resting under the shade of trees. The background shows rolling hills and farmland. The photo has a grainy texture and a sepia color palette. The trees and the plow frame the figures, with a rural setting in the distance.
James Craig Annan, Ploughing Team, 1907, photogravure, Gay Block Fund and Robert B. Menschel and the Vital Projects Fund, 2010.83.8

Ploughing Team

James Craig Annan · 1907 · photogravure ·  Accession ID  2010.83.8

The image shows a street scene with buildings and pack animals as the central subjects. The ground-level point of view captures details of the architecture and animals. The horizon is not clearly visible, and the whitewashed buildings appear to recede gently toward the sky. The photo has a soft focus and grainy texture typical of the photogravure technique, giving a painterly quality. The color palette features warm sepia tones. Trees with bare branches are on the left, while rustic buildings stand on the right. Pack animals carrying burdens walk along the street on the right. The composition suggests a tranquil day in a rural or small-town setting.
James Craig Annan, A Square - Ronda, 1914, photogravure, Gay Block Fund and Robert B. Menschel and the Vital Projects Fund, 2010.83.4

A Square - Ronda

James Craig Annan · 1914 · photogravure ·  Accession ID  2010.83.4

The image depicts a historical cityscape from a slightly elevated perspective. A large stone structure, potentially a fortress or gate, casts a shadow on a path below. Horse-drawn carriages, people, and horses are present in front of the structure. A bridge spans a gorge, connecting two sides of the city. In the middle ground, dense buildings with flat roofs lead towards the center. In the background, a scaffolding structure suggests construction or restoration. The horizon is elevated, with various buildings reaching towards it. The monochrome image has a sepia tone, capturing the stone textures and architectural details.
James Craig Annan, Bridge of St. Martin - Toledo, 1914, photogravure, Gay Block Fund and Robert B. Menschel and the Vital Projects Fund, 2010.83.5

Bridge of St. Martin - Toledo

James Craig Annan · 1914 · photogravure ·  Accession ID  2010.83.5

The image shows a woman in profile standing indoors. She is facing a wall with her arms crossed over her waist. She has delicate facial features and dark hair in a bun. She wears a long gown with a high collar, lace trim, and a decorative belt. Objects like a candlestick and a dish are on a flat surface to her left. Behind her, there is a large mirror on the wall reflecting the room. The wallpaper has a subtle pattern and plates are hung as decoration. On a sideboard, a white pitcher and branches in a vase are placed, and the floor has a patterned rug.
James Craig Annan, Portrait of Mrs. C., 1907, photogravure, Gay Block Fund and Robert B. Menschel and the Vital Projects Fund, 2010.83.9

Portrait of Mrs. C.

James Craig Annan · 1907 · photogravure ·  Accession ID  2010.83.9

The image depicts a seated woman named Janet Burnet. She is facing to the right, looking straight ahead. Her facial features are delicate and well-defined, with prominent cheekbones and a serene expression. She wears a lace-edged bonnet partially covering her hair, a dark garment, and a textured lace scarf or shawl draped over her shoulders. The setting has a softly lit, plain backdrop.
James Craig Annan, Janet Burnet, 1907, photogravure, Gay Block Fund and Robert B. Menschel and the Vital Projects Fund, 2010.83.7

Janet Burnet

James Craig Annan · 1907 · photogravure ·  Accession ID  2010.83.7

The image shows a group of people on a hilltop. The horizon is high in the background. The scene has a sepia tone, and the figures are silhouetted against the sky. Some rocks and vegetation are visible on the left. In the middle, a family with children is present. On the right, there is an older man with a cane and some objects nearby. The color palette is warm sepia.
James Craig Annan, Group on a Hill Road - Granada, 1914, photogravure, Gay Block Fund and Robert B. Menschel and the Vital Projects Fund, 2010.83.6

Group on a Hill Road - Granada

James Craig Annan · 1914 · photogravure ·  Accession ID  2010.83.6

The image shows a man standing outdoors with a rugged appearance. He has a thick beard, unkempt hair, and an intense gaze. He is wearing a tattered coat, tunic, and pants, carrying a bag and a walking stick. The background depicts a rural landscape with silhouetted trees and a hazy horizon. Surrounding text is in French.
Gustave Courbet, The Apostle Jean Journet Setting Out for the Conquest of Universal Harmony, 1850, lithograph, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1980.15.1

The Apostle Jean Journet Setting Out for the Conquest of Universal Harmony

Gustave Courbet · 1850 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1980.15.1