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Mrs. Andrew G. Carey

Carey, Jane Clark

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The image features a drawing of a desert landscape from a bird's-eye view. The terrain is barren and stretches into the distance without a distinct horizon. In the foreground to the left, a figure on a camel observes the scene. The style of the drawing is loose and sketch-like with brushstrokes and lines, giving a sense of movement. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of brown or tan. In the distance, a group of figures on camels can be seen traveling through the desert. Additionally, skeletal remains are scattered on the sandy ground in the foreground.
James McBey, The Desert of Sinai, No.2, 1917/1919, etching, Gift of Mrs. Jane C. Carey in memory of her mother, Mrs. Addie Burr Clark, 1951.13.15

The Desert of Sinai, No.2

James McBey · 1917/1919 · etching ·  Accession ID  1951.13.15

The image depicts a man standing upright. He is facing slightly to the right with his head turned towards the viewer. His facial features include a mustache, beard, and focused gaze. His hair is wavy and of medium length. The man is dressed in an elaborate costume consisting of a dark cloak, tunic or jerkin with a textured appearance. He is holding a large feather or plume in his left hand. His legs are clad in closely fitting garments, and he wears shoes with buckles. Near his feet lies a rapier with a complex hilt. The background features an intricate etched design.
Edouard Manet, The Tragic Actor (L'acteur tragique), 1866, etching, Gift of Mrs. Jane C. Carey in memory of her mother, Mrs. Addie Burr Clark, 1951.13.13

The Tragic Actor (L'acteur tragique)

Edouard Manet · 1866 · etching ·  Accession ID  1951.13.13

The image depicts a sketch of two people from the side, seated on an object resembling a seat. The view is from behind and to the side, highlighting the upper half of their bodies. The person on the left is in a slightly turned position, leaning forward with a visible smile. They have dark hair styled with a parting. The other person is seated to the right, with their back partially visible. They wear a dark hat and a long coat or jacket. The drawing style is sketch-like, with lines and curves suggesting motion, and the background consists of hatching and minimal linework.
George Bellows, Family in a Surrey, c. 1921, black chalk on wove paper, Gift of Mrs. Jane C. Carey as an addition to the Addie Burr Clark Memorial Collection, 1959.12.17

Family in a Surrey

George Bellows · c. 1921 · black chalk on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1959.12.17

The image shows a side view of birds perched on rocky terrain. The horizon is faint and situated close to the upper third of the image. The brushwork consists of cross-hatched strokes, creating a textured appearance. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of black and white. In the foreground, there is a pair of birds on a rock, with more birds in a line leading towards the horizon.
Frank Weston Benson, Turnstones, etching, Gift of Mrs. Jane C. Carey in memory of her mother, Mrs. Addie Burr Clark, 1951.13.4

Turnstones

Frank Weston Benson · · etching ·  Accession ID  1951.13.4

The image is a minimalist sketch of a person's head and shoulders facing forward. The individual has delicate facial features with lightly sketched eyebrows, softly outlined eyes, a small nose, and slightly parted lips. Their hair is suggested by a few lines indicating short, straight locks with a slight curl near the forehead. The drawing captures the simple essence of the subject's appearance. The person is not wearing any visible jewelry and is not holding any objects. The background is plain with a single light-colored tone throughout.
Henri Matisse, Face with Fringe (Visage à la frange), 1913, lithograph, Gift of Mrs. Jane C. Carey as an addition to the Addie Burr Clark Memorial Collection, 1959.12.15

Face with Fringe (Visage à la frange)

Henri Matisse · 1913 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1959.12.15

The image shows an artist painting in a park landscape. The artist is seated in front of an easel, holding a paintbrush. There are trees in the background. In the foreground, the artist and his equipment are visible, along with an umbrella. On the left, a group of people is walking. The drawing effectively captures the serene ambiance of a day in nature.
Auguste Lepère, The Landscape Artist (Le paysagiste), 1912, color woodcut, Gift of Mrs. Jane C. Carey in memory of her mother, Mrs. Addie Burr Clark, 1951.13.12

The Landscape Artist (Le paysagiste)

Auguste Lepère · 1912 · color woodcut ·  Accession ID  1951.13.12

The image displays a river scene with a perspective view from a slightly elevated position. The horizon features various distant structures and ships along the riverbanks. On the left, there is a shoreline path with people walking alongside trees. A windmill appears in the background, while larger ships are docked on the right. The sketch uses precise brushstrokes to outline figures and structures, with a monochromatic color palette of black ink on sepia-toned paper.
Maxime Lalanne, Dutch View, pen and black ink heightened with white, Gift of Mrs. Jane C. Carey in memory of her mother, Mrs. Addie Burr Clark, 1951.13.11

Dutch View

Maxime Lalanne · · pen and black ink heightened with white ·  Accession ID  1951.13.11

The image depicts a detailed architectural drawing of a grand cathedral, emphasizing its towering stature. The focus is on the ornate facade with elaborately carved arches, statues, and a large rose window. The drawing style includes fine, precise lines and cross-hatching to capture the cathedral's Gothic architecture. The color palette is monochrome or sepia. Steps leading up to the cathedral are visible with small human figures for scale. Smaller buildings on either side hint at a receding cityscape. The background shows a cloudy, textured sky for depth.
Joseph Pennell, The West Front, Amiens, 1907, etching, Gift of Mrs. Jane C. Carey in memory of her mother, Mrs. Addie Burr Clark, 1951.13.20

The West Front, Amiens

Joseph Pennell · 1907 · etching ·  Accession ID  1951.13.20

This painting depicts abstract figures in a natural setting. The figures have elongated forms and simplified features. They are situated among greenery with a focus on fleshy tones against a green backdrop suggestive of trees. The figures appear to be in relaxed or contemplative postures. The style is reminiscent of an impressionist or post-impressionist approach to portraying human figures in nature, similar to Paul Cézanne's work.
Paul Cezanne, The Bathers (Small Plate), 1897, colored lithograph, Gift of Mrs. Jane C. Carey as an addition to the Addie Burr Clark Memorial Collection, 1959.12.7

The Bathers (Small Plate)

Paul Cezanne · 1897 · colored lithograph ·  Accession ID  1959.12.7

The image shows a woman seated with her full body visible. She is in a side view, leaning forward slightly, and focused on a task in her lap. Her facial features are detailed with a calm expression. She has her hair covered with a cloth tied around her head. The woman is wearing a long-sleeved dress with simple detailing. She is sitting in front of a spinning wheel with a stack of fabric or yarn at her feet. Her hands are working with a carding board, suggesting she is preparing fibers. The background features textured shading that suggests an indoor setting with a shelf holding several items.
Jean-François Millet, The Wool Carder (La cardeuse), c. 1855, etching, Gift of Mrs. Jane C. Carey in memory of her mother, Mrs. Addie Burr Clark, 1951.13.14

The Wool Carder (La cardeuse)

Jean-François Millet · c. 1855 · etching ·  Accession ID  1951.13.14