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Jane and Benjamin F. Stapleton III

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This detailed engraving depicts a view from eye level facing a large cluster of oversized leaves dominating the scene. The horizon is low with no significant features breaking through. The artwork features meticulous line work capturing intricate details in the leaves and texture in the landscape. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of grey, black, and white highlighting depth and shadow. Closest to the viewer are large leaves, with a path on the left leading through the terrain. On the right, tall grasses and trees extend into the distance. Softly shaded clouds in the background provide depth and atmosphere.
Eugène Bléry, Large Coltsfoot, 1843, etching and roulette in black on chine collé, Gift of Jane F. Stapleton, 2009.143.2

Large Coltsfoot

Eugène Bléry · 1843 · etching and roulette in black on chine collé ·  Accession ID  2009.143.2

The image shows a ground-level view of a natural scene with large thistle plants dominating the foreground. The plants have sprawling leaves and intricate flower heads. The ground slopes away, with grass tufts along a pathway leading into the distance. The horizon merges with the sky, which features light clouds. The image is monochromatic, using black and white shades to create depth and contrast, giving it an etched appearance.
Eugène Bléry, Large Thistle, 1843, etching and roulette in black on chine collé , Gift of Jane F. Stapleton, 2009.143.1

Large Thistle

Eugène Bléry · 1843 · etching and roulette in black on chine collé ·  Accession ID  2009.143.1

The image depicts three rectangular sections vertically aligned with varying black and white tones, interspersed with abstract handwritten words. The top section features a curving line forming the word "Blind" above a photo of a head resembling a theatrical or carnival mask. In the middle section, a wooden post extends diagonally with a part of a puppet or doll attached, next to the word "Love." The bottom section shows an inverted view of the head with the word "Faith" written alongside. The overall visual suggests a connection to objects like masks and puppets used in a theatrical play or display.
Robert Frank, Blind/Love/Faith, Mabou, 1981, gelatin silver print, Robert Frank Collection, Gift of the Mars Foundation, Jane and Benjamin F. Stapleton III, and the Robert B. Menschel Fund, 1995.18.1

Blind/Love/Faith, Mabou

Robert Frank · 1981 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1995.18.1