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Mrs. Armistead Peter III

American, 1894 - 1965

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The image features two figures within a circular frame. The adult, seen from behind, is seated on a stool, with his back visible. He wears a suit. The child, standing in front of the adult, wears a long garment. The background has sketched outlines of a natural setting.
Daisy Blanche King, Come Along, 1891, pen and black ink over graphite on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mrs. Armistead Peter III [Caroline Ogden-Jones Peter], 1976), 2015.19.2607

Come Along

Daisy Blanche King · 1891 · pen and black ink over graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2607

The sculpture portrays a male figure in a crouching position. One arm is folded over a bent knee while the other hand rests on the ground. The figure shows detailed muscular features and hair texture. It is made of bronze, giving it a dark, slightly reflective surface. The bronze's texture and patina highlight the human form, accentuating curves and muscles for a lifelike and dynamic appearance. It is mounted on a square bronze base that offers stability and a minimalist aesthetic contrast to the detailed figure.
Paul Wayland Bartlett, Adam, 1896, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mrs. Armistead Peter III [Caroline Ogden-Jones Peter], 1958), 2015.19.3769

Adam

Paul Wayland Bartlett · 1896 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3769

The sculpture features a man in historical attire resembling a judicial or legal figure. He is depicted standing upright, holding a book under one arm with his other hand visible over the book. His outfit includes a wig with long, curly hair and a cloak or robe draped over his shoulders and down his body. The sculpture is made of dark bronzed material with a brown finish and hints of lighter patina in recessed areas, highlighting intricate details like wig curls and fabric folds. The figure stands on a rectangular base, leaning slightly forward, suggesting a closer look at its detailed design. The overall impression is one of dignity and formal authority due to the historical fashion of the attire.
Paul Wayland Bartlett, Sir William Blackstone, 1923, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mrs. Armistead Peter III [Caroline Ogden-Jones Peter], 1958), 2015.19.3775

Sir William Blackstone

Paul Wayland Bartlett · 1923 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3775

The image depicts a riverside scene with a high horizon line. Trees can be seen across the river, with lush greenery framing the water's edge. The painting features impressionistic brushstrokes, with short, swirling motions for foliage and water, creating a dynamic texture. The color palette consists of earthy greens, blues, yellows, and ochres, conveying a vibrant and natural landscape.
Walter Griffin, Willows, Longpre, France, 1911-1918, pastel on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mrs. Armistead Peter III [Caroline Ogden-Jones Peter], 1962), 2015.19.1002

Willows, Longpre, France

Walter Griffin · 1911-1918 · pastel on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1002

The sculpture is a relief portrait of a man with a long, flowing beard and mustache, wearing a wide-brimmed hat. The man's facial features are detailed, capturing his eyes, nose, and the texture of his beard and clothing. The sculpture is circular, giving it a medallion-like appearance. The color of the sculpture is a reddish-brown, suggestive of bronze or a similar metal, with a weathered texture that highlights the details of the relief. The subject appears to be in a three-quarter view, looking slightly to the side, with the name "Walt Whitman" inscribed at the top left edge of the piece. The texture and patina suggest age and a sense of history, while the overall craftsmanship gives a sense of realism and attention to detail.
Paul Wayland Bartlett, Walt Whitman, model 1885, cast 1895, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mrs. Armistead Peter III [Caroline Ogden-Jones Peter], 1958), 2015.19.3768

Walt Whitman

Paul Wayland Bartlett · model 1885, cast 1895 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3768

The sculpture shows the bust of an elderly woman with detailed facial expressions and signs of aging, such as wrinkles. She wears a headscarf tied over her head and under her chin, with long pieces hanging on either side of her face and a bow tie at the neck. The sculpture is made of bronze and has a dark, weathered patina displaying shades of green and brown. The depiction of facial features and clothing is detailed, creating a realistic and lifelike appearance.
Paul Wayland Bartlett, My Grandmother, 1877, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mrs. Armistead Peter III [Caroline Ogden-Jones Peter], 1958), 2015.19.3774

My Grandmother

Paul Wayland Bartlett · 1877 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3774

The image shows an artistic depiction of a woman standing, angled slightly to her right. She has a defined profile and dark hair partially covered by a white headscarf. She wears traditional attire with earthy tones and decorative patterns, holding a small object in her left hand. The background is minimal and blurred, emphasizing the subject.
Marietta Minnigerode Andrews, A Neopolitan Beggar, c. 1892, watercolor over graphite on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mrs. Armistead Peter III [Caroline Ogden-Jones Peter], 1976), 2015.19.2609

A Neopolitan Beggar

Marietta Minnigerode Andrews · c. 1892 · watercolor over graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2609

The image shows a pastoral scene with a building featuring distinct architecture as the central focus. The style is impressionistic with soft, sketch-like brushstrokes and a color palette of muted earthy tones. A tree with budding greenery leans slightly in the foreground, and other rooftops and shrubbery are visible in the distance.
Walter Griffin, In a French Village, 1920-1923, pastel on gray wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mrs. Armistead Peter III [Caroline Ogden-Jones Peter], 1964), 2015.19.1027

In a French Village

Walter Griffin · 1920-1923 · pastel on gray wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1027

The image shows a scene from an elevated point looking down, with a house and dense foliage obscuring the horizon. The house is towards the left, and its rooflines create horizontal lines amidst the vertical and diagonal lines of the trees. The brushstrokes suggest movement, especially in the branches and foliage, with colors like blue, orange, and brown. The color palette includes earthy tones and cooler blues. The lower part has rich detail with a path leading to the house and dense tree branches, while the distance shows softer outlines of the natural surroundings extending beyond.
Walter Griffin, Village Street, 1920-1923, pastel on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mrs. Armistead Peter III [Caroline Ogden-Jones Peter], 1964), 2015.19.1028

Village Street

Walter Griffin · 1920-1923 · pastel on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1028

The relief portrait depicts a person's profile with facial and upper body details. The subject has distinct facial features and a neatly arranged hairstyle, potentially with a head covering or elaborate hair design. The sculpture is carved into a circular medallion with a raised profile. The material of the sculpture is a weathered bronze or copper alloy, with a reddish-brown color and patches of greenish patina indicating oxidation. These weathering effects give the sculpture a historical and aged appearance, reflecting its physical transformation over time due to exposure to environmental elements.
Paul Wayland Bartlett, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, 1815-1902, American suffragist, women's rights activist, and abolitionist, 1881, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mrs. Armistead Peter III [Caroline Ogden-Jones Peter], 1958), 2015.19.3767

Elizabeth Cady Stanton, 1815-1902, American suffragist, women's rights activist, and abolitionist

Paul Wayland Bartlett · 1881 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3767