Julius Mařák

Czech, 1832 - 1899

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The image depicts a woodland scene with tall, detailed trees dominating the foreground. The horizon is near the top of the image, with a path leading into the distance. A small patch of sky is visible between the branches. The etching technique shows intricate cross-hatching, adding texture and shadows. The color palette is monochromatic, focusing on grey tones typical of an etching. In the distance, there are hints of a structure partially obscured by foliage.
Eduard Willmann, Summer, 1871, etching on chine collé, Gift of Dewayne and Faith Perry, 2016.135.2

Summer

Eduard Willmann · 1871 · etching on chine collé ·  Accession ID  2016.135.2

The image shows a forest with a path winding through the trees, a figure carrying something on their shoulder walks on the path. The dense foliage covers the horizon. The landscape is detailed in fine etching strokes with various shades of gray creating a monochrome palette. Shadows and textures suggest depth, with a pond on the right.
Eduard Willmann, Spring, 1871, etching on chine collé, Gift of Dewayne and Faith Perry, 2016.135.1

Spring

Eduard Willmann · 1871 · etching on chine collé ·  Accession ID  2016.135.1

The image shows a view from an elevated position, looking down a winding path. In the lower left corner, two dogs are near a fallen tree. The path leads through a dense forest with tall trees converging toward the center of the image. An old stone structure with arched openings is partially visible in the middle distance. The scene is framed by the trees reaching towards the sky. The horizon is obscured by trees and the sky is overcast. The artwork is in a monochrome palette of graphite grey, showing detailed textures of the trees, stone, and vegetation. Shadows and highlights create depth in the woodland setting.
Eduard Willmann, Winter, 1871, etching on chine collé, Gift of Dewayne and Faith Perry, 2016.135.4

Winter

Eduard Willmann · 1871 · etching on chine collé ·  Accession ID  2016.135.4

The image shows a dense forest with tall, gnarled trees, including one large tree dominating the center. Light is visible in the distance, creating depth through trees. The brushwork is detailed, with fine lines for texture. The color palette is mostly gray and black, typical of etching techniques. The play of light and shadow enhances the depth of the scene.
Eduard Willmann, Autumn, 1871, etching on chine collé, Gift of Dewayne and Faith Perry, 2016.135.3

Autumn

Eduard Willmann · 1871 · etching on chine collé ·  Accession ID  2016.135.3