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Mr. Winslow Ames

American, 1907 - 1990

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The image is a sketch of a person in motion. The figure is depicted in a dramatic pose as if caught in swirling motion. The face has shadowed features and flowing hair that merges with surrounding lines. The clothing is rendered with loose, curving lines suggesting movement. There are no visible jewelry or objects. The background is filled with swirling lines and shading, enhancing the sense of motion. The sketch appears to use a combination of techniques, possibly chalk or charcoal overlaid with fine line work.
Stefano Della Bella, A Young Man Pursued by Death, pen and brown, iron gall ink with gray wash over black chalk on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1981.90.1

A Young Man Pursued by Death

Stefano Della Bella · · pen and brown, iron gall ink with gray wash over black chalk on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1981.90.1

The sketch depicts two figures standing side by side, shown from head to toe. They have long noses, beards, and hair, and are leaning slightly forward. Both figures have minimal clothing. A small dog with long fur is near their feet. The background consists of light sketch marks, with circular and flowing swirls.
Paul Troger, Two Beggars with Their Dog, c. 1728, pen and brown ink on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1981.90.2

Two Beggars with Their Dog

Paul Troger · c. 1728 · pen and brown ink on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1981.90.2

The image shows a collection of sweeping, curving lines and irregular shapes forming an abstract composition. The lines intersect and flow across the canvas. Some shapes loosely resemble distorted human faces and figures, possibly wearing hats, with hints of figures in motion or masks with exaggerated expressions. The overall effect is a dynamic scattering of forms that encourages viewers to find familiar shapes within the chaos.
Jacques Callot, Gobbi and Other Bizarre Figures, 1616 /1617, pen and iron gall ink with a partial sketch in graphite at upper left on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2003.6.1.a

Gobbi and Other Bizarre Figures

Jacques Callot · 1616 /1617 · pen and iron gall ink with a partial sketch in graphite at upper left on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2003.6.1.a

The image shows a sketch of a human figure in a side-profile view from the upper thigh down, including one leg. The figure appears to be standing. Facial features, hair, clothing, or specific objects are not detailed. Surrounding the figure are additional light sketches of an animal head and abstract shapes. The background has a lightly speckled paper texture, indicating this may be from a sketchbook or similar document.
Jacques Callot, A Leg and a Pig's Head, 1616/1617, pen and brown ink with red chalk and graphite on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2003.6.1.b

A Leg and a Pig's Head

Jacques Callot · 1616/1617 · pen and brown ink with red chalk and graphite on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2003.6.1.b

Bibliography

1956

  • Ref Number: 2602a
    Lugt, Frits. Les marques de collections de dessins & d'estampes; marques estampillees et ecrites de collections. The Hague: M. Nijhoff, 1956.