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Mr. and Mrs. Milton M. Rose

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The image displays a street view from ground level in winter. The snow-covered earth features a leaning gas streetlamp in the center, flanked by two trees with upward-reaching branches. A two-story house to the right is illuminated from within. The artwork is detailed with strong lines and hatch shading, creating a dynamic and textured appearance. The black and white rendering enhances the wintry nighttime ambiance.
Wanda Gág, Winter Twilight, 1927, lithograph in black on wove paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1974.86.16

Winter Twilight

Wanda Gág · 1927 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1974.86.16

The image shows a streetscape with skyscrapers towering above. The urban landscape is filled with high-rise buildings and an elevated railway structure. The detailed etching style emphasizes the architectural features. The color palette is monochromatic with a focus on light and shadow contrast. Vintage cars are parked along the street with people moving about. More buildings can be seen in the distance.
Otto August Kühler, Third Avenue "El" at 42nd Street, c. 1923, etching, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1974.86.20

Third Avenue "El" at 42nd Street, c. 1923

Otto August Kühler · · etching ·  Accession ID  1974.86.20

The image shows a person leaning over the railing on the deck of a ship at sea. The waves are depicted with swirling lines, conveying movement. The horizon is high in the composition, with dark clouds overhead. The color palette is monochromatic with high contrast. The style suggests a print or lithograph with dense brushstrokes for texture and shading.
Arnold Rönnebeck, Atlantic, 1929, lithograph in black on wove paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1974.86.22

Atlantic

Arnold Rönnebeck · 1929 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1974.86.22

The image is a portrait of a person's head and shoulders, captured in a stylized and abstract manner. The artwork features geometric shapes and bold, dark lines to depict the face with large eyes, a sharp nose, and full lips. The person appears to have their hair covered by a headwrap or cap. The portrait is rendered in black and white tones, with a textured monochromatic background that adds to the overall composition. There are no discernible clothing or accessories in the image.
Werner Drewes, Aethiopian Queen, 1930, color woodcut, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1974.86.3

Aethiopian Queen

Werner Drewes · 1930 · color woodcut ·  Accession ID  1974.86.3

The image displays an industrial landscape, presumably a mining operation. The view is from a slightly elevated point, capturing large industrial buildings with tall smokestack structures on the horizon. In the background, rolling hills and mountains fade into the sky. The artwork features meticulous brushstrokes, textured both man-made and natural elements. The color scheme is monochromatic, focusing on shades of grey and black. Closest to the viewer are various buildings and structures connected by tracks and platforms. Soft shading adds depth and layering to the detailed image.
Arnold Rönnebeck, Silver Mine, 1933, lithograph, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1974.86.26

Silver Mine

Arnold Rönnebeck · 1933 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1974.86.26

The image displays intersecting lines and shapes, including circles and diagonal lines, forming an intricate pattern. The composition is abstract and includes overlapping arcs and linear elements. Additional circular shapes resemble celestial bodies, such as moons or planets. The intersecting lines could also suggest tangled branches of trees.
Werner Drewes, Dream in the Grass, 1932, woodcut in black, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1974.86.4

Dream in the Grass

Werner Drewes · 1932 · woodcut in black ·  Accession ID  1974.86.4

This is a drawing of an interior space featuring a fireplace. The drawing presents a detailed depiction of a room centered around a fireplace with a dramatic triangular architectural design. A light fixture hangs from the ceiling, casting a radial pattern of light and shadow that spreads across the ceiling and walls. The prominent shadows and the use of intricate crosshatch lines provide contrast, giving the scene a sense of warmth and texture. A potted plant and a basket are also visible, adding homely details to the composition, which is completed by the artist's signature in the lower right corner.
Wanda Gág, Lantern and Fireplace, 1931-1932, wood engraving in black on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1974.86.14

Lantern and Fireplace

Wanda Gág · 1931-1932 · wood engraving in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1974.86.14

This is an urban scene drawing featuring a large, classical-style building in a busy city area. The drawing shows a bird's-eye view of the building with a façade characterized by large columns. The architecture suggests a significant institution, with an American flag on its rooftop. Surrounding the main building are other high-rise structures. The streets below are filled with small figures and vehicles, illustrating urban life. Shadows, cross-hatching techniques, and detailed textures add depth to the drawing, suggesting an afternoon setting. The style of the drawing hints at architectural or urban landscape drawing.
Otto August Kühler, New York Stock Exchange, etching, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1974.86.18

New York Stock Exchange

Otto August Kühler · · etching ·  Accession ID  1974.86.18

The image depicts a scene with two massive curved embankments converging towards a narrow path leading into the distance. The horizon is slightly above the center, showing trees and distant clouds just above it. The technique appears to be a woodcut or engraving, with bold, linear strokes creating a rich texture. The embankments and sky are detailed with precise lines and cross-hatching for depth and shadow. The color palette is monochrome, with black and white creating a dramatic and graphic impact.
Arnold Wiltz, Spillway, 1936, wood engraving in black on laid paper, Gift of Milton M. and Ingrid R. Rose, 2005.150.3

Spillway

Arnold Wiltz · 1936 · wood engraving in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2005.150.3

The image displays a large, ornate fireplace with a pair of stylized andirons. The drawing is in black and white, with various shades of gray to show shadows and highlights. Adjacent to the fireplace, there is a dim archway and a chair with a cushioned seat. Wall-mounted candle holders with lit candles are on the fireplace mantel. Additionally, there is a framed picture or plaque above the mantelpiece and tools like hanging hooks in the hearth. A fire poker rests against the mantel.
Wanda Gág, Fireplace, 1930, lithograph in black on wove paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1974.86.12

Fireplace

Wanda Gág · 1930 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1974.86.12