Adolphe Terris

French, 1820 - 1900

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The sculpture depicted in the image is a griffin, a mythological creature combining features of a lion and an eagle. The sculpture shows a lion's body with muscular legs and a curled tail, while its head and wings resemble an eagle's with detailed feather patterns. The sculpture is light-colored, possibly made of stone, contrasting against the blueish hue of the cyanotype background. It is placed outdoors on a rectangular plinth, facing away from an ornate building with large windows and intricate stonework, indicating an urban setting.
Adolphe Terris, Sculpture de griffon sur un chantier à Marseille (Sculpture of a Griffin on a construction site in Marseille), c. 1866-1868, cyanotype, Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2017.41.1

Sculpture de griffon sur un chantier à Marseille (Sculpture of a Griffin on a construction site in Marseille)

Adolphe Terris · c. 1866-1868 · cyanotype ·  Accession ID  2017.41.1

The sculpture depicts a roaring lion with its right front leg set forward on a base. The sculpture appears to be made of stone or a similar material. The entire image has a blue tone. The lion is positioned in front of a large, classical-style building with arched windows. Its detailed mane and powerful expression convey strength and majesty. The surrounding area includes wooden structures and scaffolding, suggesting construction activity.
Adolphe Terris, Sculpture de griffon sur un chantier à Marseille (Sculpture of a Griffin on a construction site in Marseille), c. 1866-1868, cyanotype, Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2017.41.2

Sculpture de griffon sur un chantier à Marseille (Sculpture of a Griffin on a construction site in Marseille)

Adolphe Terris · c. 1866-1868 · cyanotype ·  Accession ID  2017.41.2

The sculpture is of a winged lion with a human-like head and features. It is outdoors on a wooden platform or workbench in what appears to be a construction or renovation site, with a stone building facade and tools in the background. The sculpture is made of stone or similar solid material, as indicated by its smooth, polished surface and detailed carving. The color of the sculpture cannot be determined due to the monochromatic blue tone of the photograph. The creature is posed in a crouching position with one paw raised and wings unfurled.
Adolphe Terris, Sculpture de griffon sur un chantier à Marseille (Sculpture of a Griffin on a construction site in Marseille), c. 1866-1868, cyanotype, Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2017.41.3

Sculpture de griffon sur un chantier à Marseille (Sculpture of a Griffin on a construction site in Marseille)

Adolphe Terris · c. 1866-1868 · cyanotype ·  Accession ID  2017.41.3

The image displays four sculptures on a wooden platform. The first sculpture on the left shows a male figure seated, raising his left arm and holding an object resembling a horn or shell. He wears minimal clothing. The second sculpture depicts a male figure seated with his back slightly turned. The third sculpture features a kneeling figure with a basket or cornucopia on its head filled with fruits and vegetables. The fourth sculpture shows a kneeling figure with a flat, round object on its head. All sculptures are monochrome and appear to be made of light-colored stone or plaster.
Adolphe Terris, Four Statues, c. 1868, albumen silver print, Gift of Mary and Dan Solomon, 2006.170.13

Four Statues

Adolphe Terris · c. 1868 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2006.170.13

Adolphe Terris, Four Statues, c. 1868, cyanotype, Gift of Mary and Dan Solomon, 2006.170.12

Four Statues

Adolphe Terris · c. 1868 · cyanotype ·  Accession ID  2006.170.12