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This is a monochrome drawing of a forest scene where a figure in flowing garments stands over two others lying on the ground. The standing figure wields a bow and reaches for arrows. The background features dense foliage and distant figures observing the scene. Fine lines and shading detail the trees, garments, and landscape, enhancing the drama of the scene.
Abraham Bosse, Illustration to Jean Desmarets' "L'Ariane", published 1639, etching and engraving, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1981.48.16

Illustration to Jean Desmarets' "L'Ariane"

Abraham Bosse · published 1639 · etching and engraving ·  Accession ID  1981.48.16

This is a drawing of a battlefield scene. The image depicts combat with a central figure wielding a sword over a fallen opponent, showing a moment of action. The foreground shows multiple figures in armor engaged in close combat, with a horse featured to the left. The background shows a battlefield with banners and distant figures suggesting a larger ongoing battle. The drawing captures movement through dynamic poses and details armor and landscape elements.
Abraham Bosse, Illustration to Jean Desmarets' "L'Ariane", published 1639, etching and engraving, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1981.48.15

Illustration to Jean Desmarets' "L'Ariane"

Abraham Bosse · published 1639 · etching and engraving ·  Accession ID  1981.48.15

This is a drawing of a scene set in an ancient or classical environment. In the foreground, a group of individuals stands around and kneels near a figure lying on the ground. The setting includes architectural elements like columns and a balcony, alongside trees and high structures in the background. High contrast of light and shadow illustrates the scene with dramatic intensity. The drawing features intricate details and an illustrative style common to historical or epic themes.
Abraham Bosse, Illustration to Jean Desmarets' "L'Ariane", published 1639, etching and engraving, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1981.48.2

Illustration to Jean Desmarets' "L'Ariane"

Abraham Bosse · published 1639 · etching and engraving ·  Accession ID  1981.48.2

This is an image of a dungeon scene. In the drawing, there is a shadowy, arched stone dungeon with a figure seated against a stone structure and another figure standing nearby holding a torch. In the background, there is a second arched alcove with steps leading upwards, and another distant figure holding an object. The details of the stonework and the play with shadows and light contribute to the somber and tense atmosphere of the scene.
Abraham Bosse, Illustration to Jean Desmarets' "L'Ariane", published 1639, etching and engraving, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1981.48.13

Illustration to Jean Desmarets' "L'Ariane"

Abraham Bosse · published 1639 · etching and engraving ·  Accession ID  1981.48.13

This is a drawing of an interior scene. The setting is a dark room with a group of figures engaged in various actions. Two figures are on the left, observing with serious expressions. In the center, a woman with a lamp is reaching forward. On the right, three figures are intertwined in the midst of a struggle or collapse. Above the doorway, there are two cherubic figures carved in an architrave. The room is dimly lit, with light and shadow emphasizing the figures and the architecture. The drawing conveys a sense of tension and drama, with classical influences present in the human forms and architectural details.
Abraham Bosse, Illustration to Jean Desmarets' "L'Ariane", published 1639, etching and engraving, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1981.48.7

Illustration to Jean Desmarets' "L'Ariane"

Abraham Bosse · published 1639 · etching and engraving ·  Accession ID  1981.48.7

This is a drawing of a group of figures on a small boat. The artwork shows several figures gathered on the deck of a boat, illuminated by a torch. The scene suggests they are on water, with visible waves below. The figures wear classical garments, with one holding a torch that lights their surroundings. Their expressions and posture suggest urgency or concern. Cross-hatching lines create contrasts of light and shadow, adding to the dramatic intensity. The background includes masts and rigging of other ships.
Abraham Bosse, Illustration to Jean Desmarets' "L'Ariane", published 1639, etching and engraving, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1981.48.11

Illustration to Jean Desmarets' "L'Ariane"

Abraham Bosse · published 1639 · etching and engraving ·  Accession ID  1981.48.11

This is a drawing of a procession scene. The artwork depicts various figures in a grand procession, including some riding in an ornate chariot drawn by horses and others on foot. Central to the composition is a character wearing a crown. The background shows an elaborate architectural structure with classical elements and a horizon filled with figures with plumes, spears, and standards. There is a sense of movement generated by the parade of figures and animals moving towards the foreground. The lines are finely detailed, emphasizing the rich texture of the scene and adding depth to the architecture and costumes. The presence of various figures and ornamental details gives this work a narrative depth.
Abraham Bosse, Illustration to Jean Desmarets' "L'Ariane", published 1639, etching and engraving, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1981.48.18

Illustration to Jean Desmarets' "L'Ariane"

Abraham Bosse · published 1639 · etching and engraving ·  Accession ID  1981.48.18

The image depicts a scene with multiple figures under a tree in the foreground observing a dynamic battle scene unfolding in the background. The background features mounted soldiers engaged in action, with billowing clouds and smoke adding to the chaotic atmosphere. The artwork showcases detailed line work, emphasizing expressive faces and turbulent clouds, with elements like trees and the direction of the figures' gaze guiding the viewer's eye.
Abraham Bosse, Illustration to Jean Desmarets' "L'Ariane", published 1639, etching and engraving, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1981.48.14

Illustration to Jean Desmarets' "L'Ariane"

Abraham Bosse · published 1639 · etching and engraving ·  Accession ID  1981.48.14

This is a drawing of an ancient sacrificial ritual. The scene depicts an elevated platform where a central male figure with a long beard, wearing an ornate hat, holds a knife over another figure who is restrained and hunched forward. To the left, a woman is poised dramatically with one hand raised. Behind them, a crowd of onlookers and more individuals in the foreground suggest an audience witnessing the ritual. The background reveals classical architecture like temples and an obelisk. The drawing is intricately rendered with careful attention to details, such as the expressions on the faces of the figures and the textures of the garments they wear.
Abraham Bosse, Illustration to Jean Desmarets' "L'Ariane", published 1639, etching and engraving, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1981.48.17

Illustration to Jean Desmarets' "L'Ariane"

Abraham Bosse · published 1639 · etching and engraving ·  Accession ID  1981.48.17

This is an illustration of a person descending from a tower towards a boat on a river. The figure appears to be holding a large piece of fabric. Below, two individuals are seated in a small boat on a body of water, one of them reaching upwards towards the descending figure while the other looks on with a sense of amazement or concern, holding an oar. The scene is set under a night sky with visible clouds and a crescent moon.
Abraham Bosse, Illustration to Jean Desmarets' "L'Ariane", published 1639, etching and engraving, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1981.48.6

Illustration to Jean Desmarets' "L'Ariane"

Abraham Bosse · published 1639 · etching and engraving ·  Accession ID  1981.48.6