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Howard Mansfield

American, 1849 - 1938

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The image depicts a person lying on their side with their head on a cushioned surface. The person is reclining with their upper body facing right and their legs extended to the left. Their facial features are relaxed, with closed eyes and a calm expression. The person has short, styled hair and wears a long-sleeved garment. A piece of jewelry is visible on their wrist. The background is simple, suggesting an indoor setting. The style is loose and expressive with quick, linear strokes typical in etching.
James McNeill Whistler, A Child on a Couch, No.2, c. 1873/1875, drypoint on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1949.5.541

A Child on a Couch, No.2

James McNeill Whistler · c. 1873/1875 · drypoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1949.5.541

The image depicts a person standing with their back against a large, textured tree trunk in a natural setting. The person is facing slightly to the right, with their hands behind their back. They have a youthful face with subtle features and medium-length hair. The person is dressed in a formal attire, consisting of a fitted jacket with a bow tie and a knee-length skirt, with stockings and shoes. The background shows a forested area with several trees, and the ground is covered with grass. There is a body of water in the foreground, reflecting the person and the tree.
James McNeill Whistler, Seymour Standing under a Tree, 1859, etching and drypoint on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1949.5.527

Seymour Standing under a Tree

James McNeill Whistler · 1859 · etching and drypoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1949.5.527

The sketch shows a woman standing in a three-quarter position. Her facial features are delicately drawn with a calm expression. She has wavy hair that falls past her shoulders. She is wearing a long dress with a fitted bodice, full sleeves, and a flowing skirt that reaches the floor. The background is plain. There are no visible accessories or objects in the scene.
James McNeill Whistler, Fumette, Standing, 1859, drypoint on Asian laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1949.5.531

Fumette, Standing

James McNeill Whistler · 1859 · drypoint on Asian laid paper ·  Accession ID  1949.5.531

The image features a sketch of four figures. The left side shows two seated figures, while the right side shows one standing figure and one seated figure. The figures on the left are sitting side by side, with one wearing a hat. The standing figure on the right is dressed simply with a hat, and the seated figure next to them is a child. The sketch is done in a sparse style against a blank background.
James McNeill Whistler, The Menpes Children, c. 1884/1886, etching in dark brown on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1949.5.268

The Menpes Children

James McNeill Whistler · c. 1884/1886 · etching in dark brown on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1949.5.268

The image is a sketch of a landscape with figures throughout. The horizon shows outlines of a bluff and buildings. The sketch uses light pencil lines on warm, sepia paper. Various figures are depicted in the foreground and background, along with some ships. The drawing has a calm atmosphere with minimal detailing.
James McNeill Whistler, A Sketch at Dieppe, etching and drypoint on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1949.5.265

A Sketch at Dieppe

James McNeill Whistler · · etching and drypoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1949.5.265

The image shows a sketch of a person in a three-quarter view facing left. The individual has their arms crossed or holding something close to the chest. The head is turned away, with hair gathered in a bun. The person wears a long dress with drapery and folds. No visible jewelry or objects are shown, and the background is textured brown paper.
James McNeill Whistler, Woman with a Fan, 1873/1875, black crayon heightened with white (chalk?) on brown paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.8813

Woman with a Fan

James McNeill Whistler · 1873/1875 · black crayon heightened with white (chalk?) on brown paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.8813

The image is a sketch of a person sitting, captured from head to toe in a seated position. The person is facing slightly to the right, with hands resting in their lap. The facial features are not highly detailed, and the person has long hair falling down their back and shoulders. They are wearing a long-sleeved gown and seated on a chair. The background is blank with faint, minimalistic lines outlining the chair and surroundings. There are no visible objects or jewelry in the drawing.
James McNeill Whistler, Annie Seated, 1858, etching and drypoint in dark brown on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1949.5.526

Annie Seated

James McNeill Whistler · 1858 · etching and drypoint in dark brown on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1949.5.526

The image shows a sketch viewed from a slightly elevated point, focusing on an architectural scene with a grand building featuring columns. The horizon is not clearly defined, and the drawing emphasizes architectural details and figures. The central structure has an arched opening and a classical facade, sketched with loose lines. The technique uses quick strokes, giving an impressionistic feel. The color palette is monochromatic, with shades of brown and sepia. Figures in motion and a horse-drawn carriage are depicted closer to the viewer, suggesting a bustling public area. Additional structures are hinted at in the background.
James McNeill Whistler, A Corner of the Palais Royal, c. 1883/1886, etching and drypoint on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1949.5.266

A Corner of the Palais Royal

James McNeill Whistler · c. 1883/1886 · etching and drypoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1949.5.266

The image shows a woman seated outdoors, holding an open umbrella. She has a casual posture, with one hand on her knee. Her face has a serene expression, and she has dark hair, possibly short or tied up. She wears a long striped garment. Nearby, there is a small object on the grass. The background includes sketch-like grass and distant buildings or rooftops.
James McNeill Whistler, Auguste Delâtre, En Plein Soleil, 1858, etching on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1949.5.522

En Plein Soleil

James McNeill Whistler, Auguste Delâtre · 1858 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1949.5.522

The image shows a sketched depiction of a woman with a full body view. She is seated, slightly angled towards the left, with her hands resting on her lap. She is holding a piece of fabric or similar object. The woman's facial features are delicately drawn, with softened expressions. She has short hair that is partially covered by a head covering, possibly a bonnet or headscarf. Her clothing consists of a long dress with structured shoulders and a high collar. She is not wearing any noticeable jewelry. The background of the image is plain, with light streaks and speckles.
James McNeill Whistler, Agnes, c. 1873/1875, drypoint on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1949.5.542

Agnes

James McNeill Whistler · c. 1873/1875 · drypoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1949.5.542