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Sylvester Rosa Koehler

Koehler, S. R. Mr.

American, 1837 - 1900

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The man is standing in a slightly angled position, facing left. He has a serious expression, a beard, and is wearing a turban. His clothing is traditional, with draped garments and loose sleeves. He holds objects in his hands. There are dogs around him. In the background, another person is visible in traditional attire, with a head covering. The setting is a street with tall buildings, casting shadows. The architecture has intricate detailing, giving richness to the scene.
Stephen James Ferris, American Art Review, The Old Clothes Dealer, Cairo, 1879, etching in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. S.R. Koehler, Boston, Massachusetts, 1881), 2015.19.2449

The Old Clothes Dealer, Cairo

Stephen James Ferris, American Art Review · 1879 · etching in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2449

The image shows a narrow, semi-enclosed space resembling a stable or barn. A horse is tethered near the entrance with a canine resting nearby. Further inside, another horse and a group of animals or figures can be seen. The scene is depicted with intricate brushstrokes defining textures, in a monochromatic palette of black, sepia, and off-white. The composition does not feature a traditional horizon.
Peter Moran, American Art Review, The Noonday Rest, 1877, etching in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. S.R. Koehler, Boston, Massachusetts, 1881), 2015.19.2462

The Noonday Rest

Peter Moran, American Art Review · 1877 · etching in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2462

The image shows a man seated, with his full body visible behind a chair. He is sitting sideways to the viewer, with his upper body turned slightly to look over his shoulder. His facial features are partially obscured by the chair. The man appears to have a prominent nose and short, curly hair, wearing a large, fluffy hat. He is dressed in a suit with visible cuff details on his sleeves and is holding a pipe, from which smoke is rising. In his other hand, he is holding a piece of paper or a booklet that rests on his knee. The setting suggests an interior space, with a dark background contrasting with the lighter foreground elements. The floor is visible with a few scattered papers lying on it.
William Unger, American Art Review, Frank Duveneck, 1875, etching in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. S.R. Koehler, Boston, Massachusetts, 1881), 2015.19.2471

Frank Duveneck

William Unger, American Art Review · 1875 · etching in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2471

The image shows an elevated view of a landscape with two trees in the foreground, rocky terrain, bushes, a village, and a church or tower in the middle distance. Beyond them are rugged mountains on the horizon. The image has a detailed etching style with a monochromatic color palette of grey and black.
George Loring Brown, American Art Review, View Near Rome, 1854, etching in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. S.R. Koehler, Boston, Massachusetts, 1881), 2015.19.2441

View Near Rome

George Loring Brown, American Art Review · 1854 · etching in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2441

The image depicts a portrait drawing of a man from the neck up, showing only the head and shoulders. He faces forward with a serious expression. The man appears to be of mature age, with distinct facial features such as a strong brow and cheekbones. His hair shows signs of thinning on top and he has sideburns. He wears a formal garment with a high collar. The portrait is rendered in a monochrome style, and the background is plain. There are inscriptions at the bottom right of the image.
Anna Lea Merritt, American Art Review, Sir Gilbert Scott, 1879, etching in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. S.R. Koehler, Boston, Massachusetts, 1881), 2015.19.2458

Sir Gilbert Scott

Anna Lea Merritt, American Art Review · 1879 · etching in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2458

The image shows a serene body of water with a horizon featuring distant trees and hills. In the foreground, there are dense foliage, a path, and the reflection of the sky on the water. The trees are detailed with delicate lines creating a textured surface. The sky has soft clouds, contrasting with the landscape below. The monochrome color palette enhances the interplay of light and shadow, adding to the serene yet dramatic atmosphere.
Hendrick Dirk Kruseman Van Elten, American Art Review, On the Shepang River, Connecticut, 1880, etching in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. S.R. Koehler, Boston, Massachusetts, 1881), 2015.19.2472

On the Shepang River, Connecticut

Hendrick Dirk Kruseman Van Elten, American Art Review · 1880 · etching in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2472

The image is a landscape with a river in the foreground, leading toward a town with a large castle in the distance. The sky is filled with textured clouds, and the castle sits on a tree-covered hill. In the foreground, there are cattle by the river and a stone bridge in the middle ground. The color scheme is sepia-toned, giving the image a vintage feel.
Samuel Colman, American Art Review, Durham, England, 1880, etching and drypoint in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. S.R. Koehler, Boston, Massachusetts, 1881), 2015.19.2443

Durham, England

Samuel Colman, American Art Review · 1880 · etching and drypoint in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2443

The image shows a view from the shores of a body of water, possibly a harbor or estuary, looking toward moored boats on the right. The boats have their masts and rigging reaching upward. The horizon is low in the image, with distant landforms and hints of ships on the waterline. The lines suggest shadows and textures with a sketch-like quality. The color palette is monochromatic, primarily sepia and grey tones. The detail gives a sense of calm along the water's edge. In the distance are more ships, with their masts rising against a sky streaked with thin clouds.
Henry Farrer, American Art Review, On New York Bay, 1879, etching in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. S.R. Koehler, Boston, Massachusetts, 1881), 2015.19.2445

On New York Bay

Henry Farrer, American Art Review · 1879 · etching in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2445

The image shows a landscape view from a slightly elevated point, showcasing a collection of trees and shrubs reflected in calm waters. The brushstrokes provide detailed texture, especially in the foliage. The color palette is monochromatic, featuring black and gray shades accentuating the etching style. Clouds in the sky add depth and contrast to the scene.
Albert Fitch Bellows, American Art Review, Mill Pond at Windsor, Connecticut, 1880, etching in black on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. S.R. Koehler, Boston, Massachusetts, 1881), 2015.19.2439

Mill Pond at Windsor, Connecticut

Albert Fitch Bellows, American Art Review · 1880 · etching in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2439

The image shows a beach scene with a pair of oxen pulling a cart on the rocky shore. A figure guides the animals. The terrain is uneven with rocks and patches of grass. A hillside covered in foliage is on the left, captured with detailed etchings. The sky has light clouds, and small distant sailboats are on the horizon. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of brown.
Edmund Henry Garrett, American Art Review, Near Mattakeesett, 1881, etching in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. S.R. Koehler, Boston, Massachusetts, 1881), 2015.19.2451

Near Mattakeesett

Edmund Henry Garrett, American Art Review · 1881 · etching in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2451