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François Heugel

French, 1922-2010

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The image shows a man, a woman, and a child, all depicted in full-body view. The man is reaching towards a small dog, the woman is standing to the right supporting the child, who is sitting on the dog. The child appears amused and curious. The background includes a wall with vertical lines and a partially visible window with sunlight coming through. The drawing is monochromatic, utilizing shading and linework.
Marguerite Gérard, The Child and the Bulldog, 1778, etching on laid paper, Jeffrey E. Horvitz Fund and Katharine Shepard Fund, 2013.110.1

The Child and the Bulldog

Marguerite Gérard · 1778 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2013.110.1

This is a painting of a group of mourners gathered around a shrouded figure beneath a dramatic sky. The scene features an interplay of light and dark, possibly illustrating a sorrowful event. The central figure, draped in a cloth, is held by two individuals, while others exhibit expressions of grief. The sky above them is filled with clouds, with a shaft of light highlighting the intensity of the scene. The style is reminiscent of Rembrandt, known for his use of chiaroscuro and capturing emotive moments.
François-Xavier Fabre, Christ Carried to the Tomb, 1810, etching and aquatint, printed in brown on wove paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2016.43.5

Christ Carried to the Tomb

François-Xavier Fabre · 1810 · etching and aquatint, printed in brown on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2016.43.5

The image is an etching of dogs in a detailed landscape. The pack of dogs is engaged in various activities, with two dogs focused on something on the ground. The perspective is slightly elevated, showing the animals and the surrounding environment. The horizon is depicted higher up, where it meets a group of trees. The trees are intricately detailed, with branches and leaves etched realistically. The artwork uses monochromatic tones, mainly grays, to create depth and texture. Cross-hatching and stippling techniques are used to enhance the fur, foliage, and ground textures. The sky shows lightly etched clouds, directing attention to the dogs and the immediate landscape.
Jean-Baptiste Oudry, Gabriel Huquier, A Fox Attacked by Dogs, 1725, etching on laid paper, Katharine Shepard Fund, 2012.71.6

A Fox Attacked by Dogs

Jean-Baptiste Oudry, Gabriel Huquier · 1725 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2012.71.6

The image depicts the upper half of a man's body. His head is tilted back, looking upwards with partially closed eyes. He has a beard, mustache, long wavy hair falling past his shoulders, and a crown of thorns on his head. The man wears a loose garment, crosses his hands over his chest, and holds a staff or rod. He has a thick rope around his neck and wrist. The background is dark, and there is a decorative label with text and a crest with a serpent emblem at the bottom.
Antoine Coypel, Charles Simonneau, Christ as Man of Sorrows, 1692, etching with engraving on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2012.71.2

Christ as Man of Sorrows

Antoine Coypel, Charles Simonneau · 1692 · etching with engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2012.71.2

The image shows a landscape with trees, sky, and clouds. The viewpoint is slightly elevated, providing a view of the trees and the vast land ahead. A detailed tree is on the right, while a group of slender trees is on the left. The sky is expansive and adorned with fine, linear clouds. The artwork is monochromatic in black, gray, and white, showcasing intricate line work and textures. The overall composition is balanced.
Adriaen Hendricks Verboom, Landscape with a Stream and an Ancient Tree, 1660s(?), etching with engraving on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2013.13.13

Landscape with a Stream and an Ancient Tree

Adriaen Hendricks Verboom · 1660s(?) · etching with engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2013.13.13

The image shows three individuals, one seated on a rock or cloud formation, another sitting on the ground and reaching up, and the third standing nearby. A peacock stands nearby with its tail feathers trailing down. The background is filled with trees, foliage, and rocky formations.
Remoldus Eynhoudts, Juno Surprising Jupiter and Io, 1652, etching with engraving on laid paper, Ruth and Jacob Kainen Memorial Acquisition Fund, 2022.175.1

Juno Surprising Jupiter and Io

Remoldus Eynhoudts · 1652 · etching with engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2022.175.1

The image shows a large bird with wide wings spread upwards and a hanging deer with its head facing downwards on the left side. The color palette is monochrome black and white. To the left, the deer hangs from a tree branch alongside the bird. To the right, two smaller birds are perched on a ledge next to a piece of paper with written text. The background includes architectural elements and foliage.
Jean-Baptiste Oudry, Frontispiece, 1725, etching on laid paper, Katharine Shepard Fund, 2012.71.4

Frontispiece

Jean-Baptiste Oudry · 1725 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2012.71.4

The image shows a woman within an oval frame. She holds an artist's palette and paintbrushes in her left hand. She has an elongated face, expressive eyes, and curly hair, partially covered by a hat. She wears an elegant gown with flowing sleeves and ornate earrings. Surrounding her are rolled papers and a bouquet of flowers. The background is a cloudy sky.
Johann Gotthard Müller, Élisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun, 1785, engraving on laid paper [proof], Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2021.39.6

Élisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun

Johann Gotthard Müller · 1785 · engraving on laid paper [proof] ·  Accession ID  2021.39.6

The image shows a woman sitting in a wooden chair in a side-facing position. She has turned her head slightly towards the viewer. The woman is elegantly dressed in a long gown with ruffled cuffs and a ruffled hem. She has delicate facial features, styled hair, and holds something in her left hand. There is a table on her left with a mirror and a decorative item. The background features subtle horizontal lines.
Giovanni David, A Seated Young Woman Holding a Letter, c. 1775, etching on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2014.37.2

A Seated Young Woman Holding a Letter

Giovanni David · c. 1775 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2014.37.2

This is a painting of a scene depicting a martyrdom with various figures in dynamic poses. The full-description of the image reveals a dramatic composition centered around a central figure positioned upside down on a cross, surrounded by other individuals in various active stances. Above them, celestial beings are visible, with one angel-like figure descending from the clouds bearing a laurel wreath. The background features a classical architectural structure. The clothing and poses suggest a historical or religious narrative, depicted with intense emotional expressions and physical movement.
Jean Barbault, Martire de St. Pierre (The Martyrdom of Saint Peter), c. 1750s, etching on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2017.13.1

Martire de St. Pierre (The Martyrdom of Saint Peter)

Jean Barbault · c. 1750s · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2017.13.1