James David Smillie

American, 1833 - 1909

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The image shows two large flowers in the center. The flower on the left is slightly larger and overlaps the one on the right. The color palette is monochromatic, ranging from off-white to dark brown. The flowers are drawn with detailed lines, and their petals spread outward occupying the majority of the image space.
James David Smillie, Peter J. Platt, Pansies, 1910 [jposthumous], etching in black on wove paper, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2018.44.59

Pansies

James David Smillie, Peter J. Platt · 1910 [jposthumous] · etching in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2018.44.59

The image features several sweet pea flowers drawn with intricate details. The petals of the flowers are light and feathery. The color scheme is monochromatic using shades of black and gray against a light background, emphasizing the contrast between the flowers and the background. The flowers are arranged in the center with their stems and petals extending outward. The top and bottom edges of the image have sparse areas, directing focus towards the central floral composition.
James David Smillie, Sweet Peas, 1891, drypoint in black on wove paper, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2018.44.32

Sweet Peas

James David Smillie · 1891 · drypoint in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2018.44.32

The image features a glass vase with a delicate arrangement of flowers. The illustration is in black and white with varying shades of dark and light. The vase is at the bottom center, with flowers extending upwards. The detailed etching shows tightly clustered blooms and elongated stems with smaller buds in the center of the artwork.
James David Smillie, Hollyhocks in a Long-necked Vase, 1891, drypoint in black on wove paper, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2018.44.57

Hollyhocks in a Long-necked Vase

James David Smillie · 1891 · drypoint in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2018.44.57

The image displays a cluster of sweet pea flowers with delicate, flowing petals, rendered in fine lines. The color palette is monochromatic, with shades of light to dark gray. The flowers are positioned centrally, with their stems and tendrils extending upwards. Various petals appear to be opening in different directions across most of the image. In the upper right corner, the number "6" is inscribed, and towards the bottom right, there is a signature and date.
James David Smillie, Sweet Peas, 1891, drypoint in black on wove paper, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.4468

Sweet Peas

James David Smillie · 1891 · drypoint in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2008.115.4468

The image shows a landscape with a calm body of water, distant hills, a line of trees, and a small bridge. The perspective is low to the ground, with a monochromatic color palette of varying shades of gray and sepia. The brushstrokes are delicate and soft. Vegetation lines the water's edge, and the water surface reflects the sky above.
James David Smillie, An Old Dam Near Montrose, 1891, aquatint in black on chine collé, Gift of Jacob Kainen, 2002.98.193

An Old Dam Near Montrose

James David Smillie · 1891 · aquatint in black on chine collé ·  Accession ID  2002.98.193

The image shows a tall glass vase with large flowers. The flowers are detailed with the largest blooms in the center and upper half of the vase. The color palette is monochromatic, using black and white shades to create depth and detail. The vase is positioned centrally with the base at the bottom and stems and flowers extending upwards towards the right.
James David Smillie, Hollyhocks in a Long-Necked Vase, 1891, drypoint in black, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.4470

Hollyhocks in a Long-Necked Vase

James David Smillie · 1891 · drypoint in black ·  Accession ID  2008.115.4470

The image depicts a landscape with a high horizon featuring rolling hills, trees, and a shallow river or stream in the foreground. The water reflects surrounding foliage with gentle ripples and varied light patches. The brushstrokes are varied and delicate, capturing the surface textures and dense vegetation. The color palette is muted with sepia tones. Natural elements like grasses and trees are loosely sketched, creating a tranquil atmosphere under a softly rendered sky with diffused clouds.
James David Smillie, An Old Dam Near Montrose, 1891, aquatint in black on chine collé, Gift of Jacob Kainen, 2002.98.192

An Old Dam Near Montrose

James David Smillie · 1891 · aquatint in black on chine collé ·  Accession ID  2002.98.192

The image shows an etching of large hollyhock flowers in monochrome colors. The flowers are central with buds and stems around them. The artist's signature is at the bottom right.
James David Smillie, Dark Single Hollyhocks, 1890, drypoint in black, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.4473

Dark Single Hollyhocks

James David Smillie · 1890 · drypoint in black ·  Accession ID  2008.115.4473

The image displays large flowers in a monochromatic color palette of dark brown to light beige. The flowers are positioned vertically at the center, with smaller buds and leaves scattered among them for added texture and depth.
James David Smillie, Dark Single Hollyhocks, 1890, drypoint in black on wove paper, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2018.44.60

Dark Single Hollyhocks

James David Smillie · 1890 · drypoint in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2018.44.60

The image shows a cluster of five pansy flowers in various shades of black, gray, and white. The flowers are arranged centrally with two on the left, two overlapping at the center, and one on the right. Detailed textures and patterns on the petals create visual contrast. At the bottom of the image are a signature and date, "James D. Smillie" and "1890," as well as additional annotations.
James David Smillie, A Bunch of Pansies, 1890, drypoint in black, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.4466

A Bunch of Pansies

James David Smillie · 1890 · drypoint in black ·  Accession ID  2008.115.4466