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Mr. and Mrs. Jem Hom

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This is a drawing of an architectural scene featuring a historic church or cathedral. The image displays gothic architecture with detailed elements, such as stone carvings, arched windows, a large circular window, and a central clock tower. Additional buildings with elaborate facades flank the structure. Construction activity is shown with scaffolding on one side. The line work is precise and fine, creating textures and shadows. The drawing captures the beauty and intricacy of the architecture, evoking a sense of timelessness and reverence for historical design.
Charles Meryon, Saint-Etienne-du-Mont, Paris (Church of St. Stephen of the Mount, Paris), 1852, etching on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1983.89.1

Saint-Etienne-du-Mont, Paris (Church of St. Stephen of the Mount, Paris)

Charles Meryon · 1852 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1983.89.1

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Head of a Young Girl

Pablo Picasso · 1945 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1995.31.1

The image contains vertical and diagonal black lines on a light background with angular shapes and dots. The composition resembles a dense forest with tall trees, along with a city skyline with buildings and windows. Some lines at the base suggest fallen logs or tangled roots, blending urban and natural elements.
Abraham Walkowitz, Cityscape, 1909, graphite on wove paper, Gift of Prospero Foundation, courtesy of Jane and Raphael Bernstein, 1994.45.2

Cityscape

Abraham Walkowitz · 1909 · graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1994.45.2

The image shows an artistic rendering of a person, depicting the upper portion of their body. The figure is facing the viewer directly, with stylized facial features, expressive eyes, a simplified mouth, voluminous hair framing the head, and clothing indicated by alternating light and dark vertical stripes. The background is dark with a light gradient, emphasizing the individual, and there are no visible accessories. The artist's signature is in the top right corner.
Pablo Picasso, Young Woman in a Striped Blouse, 1949, lithograph in black on wove paper, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Jem Hom, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1991.46.1

Young Woman in a Striped Blouse

Pablo Picasso · 1949 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1991.46.1

The image shows an intricate array of overlapping lines forming abstract shapes and figures. A distorted human-like figure is the main focus, with various objects scattered in the background suggesting an artist's studio.
Pablo Picasso, Roger Lacourière, Nude in the Studio, 1936/1937, etching and engraving with scraping in black printed from half-tone plate on laid paper (proof), Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 1998.37.2

Nude in the Studio

Pablo Picasso, Roger Lacourière · 1936/1937 · etching and engraving with scraping in black printed from half-tone plate on laid paper (proof) ·  Accession ID  1998.37.2

The image features irregular shapes and intersecting lines creating dynamic movement within the composition. The abstract artwork resembles a colorful landscape seen through a fragmented lens, with elements resembling stars, trees, and buildings. A central star-like shape is surrounded by blue, red, and yellow, with green and brown patches suggesting foliage or earth. The composition is reminiscent of a stained glass window shattered into vibrant pieces that contrast and complement each other.
Jacob Kainen, Dance II [one of two drawings on folded sheet], 1951, crayon on folded sheet of japan paper, Gift of the Hom Gallery, 1989.50.3.b

Dance II [one of two drawings on folded sheet]

Jacob Kainen · 1951 · crayon on folded sheet of japan paper ·  Accession ID  1989.50.3.b

This is a painting featuring swans in a body of water surrounded by dense foliage. The image depicts a tranquil moment in nature with swans positioned in the water. The surrounding area is filled with trees and bushes, creating a canopy that frames the water. Light filters through the canopy, casting light areas on the water and darker tones in the landscape. The use of light and shadow suggests depth, while scratches and hatching technique add texture. This painting is in the style of Georges Seurat.
Camille Pissarro, Baigneuse aux oies (Bathers with Geese), 1895, etching and aquatint on light green dyed paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1981.49.1

Baigneuse aux oies (Bathers with Geese)

Camille Pissarro · 1895 · etching and aquatint on light green dyed paper ·  Accession ID  1981.49.1

A large vase is filled with colorful, stylized flowers including orange, yellow, and blue floral designs. The color palette is vivid with reds, yellows, blues, greens, and oranges against a beige background. The vase is centrally located with flowers extending in all directions, and two large curved handles on either side. The flowers appear to grow upwards and outwards, filling the top half of the image.
André Derain, Vase of Flowers, color woodcut, Print Purchase Fund (Rosenwald Collection), 1975.94.1

Vase of Flowers

André Derain · · color woodcut ·  Accession ID  1975.94.1

The image shows a monochrome print of a person's side profile. The person is facing to the right, with abstract facial features and wavy hair. The depiction is minimalistic with bold black brush strokes against a plain background. The figure is not holding objects or wearing any jewelry. Handwritten text at the bottom reads "Dessin de L. Valtat."
Louis Valtat, A Young Woman with Long Hair, 1899, woodcut on wove paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1991.85.1

A Young Woman with Long Hair

Louis Valtat · 1899 · woodcut on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1991.85.1

The image displays a cathedral in the center, surrounded by other buildings and people below. The cathedral is intricately detailed with fine lines, set against a monochrome color palette of black and grey. The sky has clouds, adding to the grandeur of the scene.
Wenceslaus Hollar, Antwerp Cathedral, 1649, etching and engraving on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1983.85.1

Antwerp Cathedral

Wenceslaus Hollar · 1649 · etching and engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1983.85.1