W. Douglas MacLeod

MacLeod, William Douglas

Scottish, 1892 - 1963

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The image shows a waterscape with a boat with prominent sails positioned towards the left. The horizon is low, and calm water reflects nearby structures and the boat. Two boats are docked on a pier towards the right, equipped with large nets. Cabins or sheds on stilts are seen beyond them along the waterline, creating depth. Line work is detailed, particularly in showing the boats and reflections in the water. The overall color palette is monochrome, mainly sepia, black, and white, creating a classic and serene quality with contrasting dark lines and lighter sky and water.
W. Douglas MacLeod, Marina di Pisa, 1927, etching in black, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.5748

Marina di Pisa

W. Douglas MacLeod · 1927 · etching in black ·  Accession ID  1943.3.5748

The image shows a riverside scene with wooden structures, cranes, and buildings. A series of buildings of varying heights can be seen on the distant shore, leading towards a row of detailed buildings on the horizon. A central domed structure stands out. The artwork features precise linework, offering a detailed and architectural quality. The color palette is monochromatic, using dark tones of black and gray. The water reflects the constructions and buildings.
W. Douglas MacLeod, Bridging the Broomielaw, Glasgow, 1920s, drypoint in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1557

Bridging the Broomielaw, Glasgow

W. Douglas MacLeod · 1920s · drypoint in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1557

The image depicts a cityscape with Renaissance-style architecture viewed from a body of water. The horizon is located one-third from the bottom, where the buildings meet their reflections in the water. The buildings are tall and narrow, featuring arches, domes, and a prominent bell tower. The etching style creates detailed textures with fine, intricate lines. The color palette is monochromatic, using varying shades of sepia. A gondola with a poleman is in the foreground, and its reflection is seen in the water.
W. Douglas MacLeod, Old Houses, Florence, 1920s, etching in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1304

Old Houses, Florence

W. Douglas MacLeod · 1920s · etching in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1304

The image features a waterfront scene with a man standing by the water's edge, several moored boats with tall masts, and cattle near the water. In the background, there are buildings along the shoreline, under a vast sky with sparse clouds. The color palette is primarily sepia and black, providing a classic and timeless quality.
W. Douglas MacLeod, Spanish Coast, c. 1920s, etching in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1554

Spanish Coast

W. Douglas MacLeod · c. 1920s · etching in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1554