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Jonathan Bober

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The image displays the interior of an ancient stone structure. Arched openings with heavy stone blocks frame the scene, leading to more arches and columns in the distance. The horizon is obscured by the architecture. The work features detailed line work, with cross-hatching and parallel lines providing shading and texture for the stone. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of black and white to emphasize contrast and detail. The ground is rocky and uneven, leading towards a brighter area in the distance.
Giovanni Battista Mercati, The Ruins of the Colosseum, 1629, etching on laid paper, Gift of Andrée and Jonathan Bober, 2022.189.1

The Ruins of the Colosseum

Giovanni Battista Mercati · 1629 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2022.189.1

This is a drawing of a winged cherub holding a sphere and flowers. The cherub is in flight, surrounded by flowing drapery and ribbons. The cherub has detailed feathered wings and is poised in motion with its right arm uplifted, holding a round orb with fleur-de-lis symbols. The left hand of the cherub clasps a bouquet of leafy branches. A ribbon with the inscription "POLO FLORESCERE DIGNA" unfurls around the scene. Detailed line work creates a sense of motion and texture in this classical representation.
Cherubino Alberti, Genius with the Medici Coat-of-Arms, 1605, engraving on laid paper [artist's proof], Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2007.14.1

Genius with the Medici Coat-of-Arms

Cherubino Alberti · 1605 · engraving on laid paper [artist's proof] ·  Accession ID  2007.14.1

The image shows two male figures, one kneeling and the other standing with a knife. An angel hovers above them, reaching one hand downwards. A ram stands to the left, looking towards the figures. The background features a large tree with a draped cloth and swirling clouds in the sky.
Battista Franco, The Sacrifice of Abraham, 1550s, etching with engraving on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2007.14.2

The Sacrifice of Abraham

Battista Franco · 1550s · etching with engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2007.14.2

The image depicts an old building with intricate arches, brickwork, and detailed lines. In the background, there are rolling hills and remains of old structures. The style is characterized by variations in hatching and cross-hatching for shading and texture, creating depth. The color palette is monochromatic, primarily black and white, emphasizing details and light and shadow. The ancient structure stands out against the background.
Giovanni Battista Mercati, Palazzo Maggiore (Imperial Palace on the Palatine), 1629, etching on laid paper, Gift of Andrée and Jonathan Bober, 2022.189.2

Palazzo Maggiore (Imperial Palace on the Palatine)

Giovanni Battista Mercati · 1629 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2022.189.2

The image features ancient architectural ruins with large archways dominating the scene. The perspective shows a view through the arches with a distant space beyond. The detailed etching technique is evident in the intricate line work and hatching, depicting textures and shadows, especially in the stone and architectural details. The color palette is monochromatic in shades of black and white, emphasizing contrast. Foliage grows atop some structures, adding texture and depth.
Giovanni Battista Mercati, Antonine Baths, or Baths of Caracalla, 1629, etching on laid paper, Gift of Andrée and Jonathan Bober, 2022.189.3

Antonine Baths, or Baths of Caracalla

Giovanni Battista Mercati · 1629 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2022.189.3

It is a drawing of mythical figures gathered in a wooded landscape. The scene depicts various figures interacting among themselves. The figures are satyrs and other mythological beings with human and animalistic features. They are surrounded by trees with mountains in the background. The figures are depicted in dynamic poses and expressive gestures, suggesting a lively moment. Monochrome shading is used to add depth and detail to the scene.
Andrea Scacciati, The Musical Contest Between Apollo and Pan, c. 1766, etching and sulfur tint printed in blue on laid paper, Gift of Andrée and Jonathan Bober, in honor of Andrew Robison, 2016.137.1

The Musical Contest Between Apollo and Pan

Andrea Scacciati · c. 1766 · etching and sulfur tint printed in blue on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2016.137.1

This is a drawing of a decorative scene with putti and foliage. The artwork features a detailed and ornate depiction of three putti intertwined within an elaborate acanthus leaf motif. The composition is highly detailed, with intricate patterns of leaves and scrolls that frame the putti in a symmetrical manner. The leaves are textured, adding depth to the design. The figures appear in different poses, interacting with the surrounding foliage playfully. The style suggests a classical approach to decorative themes, reminiscent of Renaissance engravings.
Giovanni Battista Pittoni, Panel of Ornament, 1561, etching on laid paper, Gift of Andrée and Jonathan Bober, 2015.172.1

Panel of Ornament

Giovanni Battista Pittoni · 1561 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.172.1

The image shows a pastoral landscape from an elevated perspective. The horizon is above the center, featuring a sky with clouds. A hill or mountain with buildings is in the distance. The style is detailed, with precise brushstrokes outlining trees, water, and architecture. Trees and a water body are closer, leading towards the buildings. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of black, gray, and off-white typical of an etched print. The scene exudes serene elegance, inviting viewers to explore the details.
Johann Christian Reinhart, River Landscape in the Roman Campagna, 1790s, etching on laid paper, Gift of Andrée and Jonathan Bober, 2012.121.2

River Landscape in the Roman Campagna

Johann Christian Reinhart · 1790s · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2012.121.2

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Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec · 1895 · lithograph on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2016.153.1

This is a drawing of cherubic figures in a natural and architectural setting. The scene shows small, winged, cherub-like figures playing among trees and architectural elements like a column. They interact with a large cornucopia filled with fruits. Some cherubs climb or hang from a garland around the column. In the background are trees and a vast landscape extending into the distance, with birds flying in the sky. The composition is detailed, conveying movement and energy.
Laurent de La Hyre, Holy Family with Putti, 1640, etching on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2002.17.1

Holy Family with Putti

Laurent de La Hyre · 1640 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2002.17.1