Félicien Rops

Rops, Félicien Victor Joseph

Belgian, 1833 - 1898

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The image shows a woman seated on a patterned chair. Her head is slightly tilted, with her gaze directed towards the viewer. She has dark hair styled neatly with a band or headdress, accented with a plume or decoration. She is wearing an elegant dress with dark bodice and lighter sleeves adorned with lace or intricate designs. A ribbon or narrow scarf is tied around her neck, leading to a small object or ornament hanging beneath her chin. The background consists of a richly decorated tapestry or wallpaper with an elaborate, swirling design. The image is framed within a simple outline.
Félicien Rops, Untitled (La femme à la toque écossaise), 1895, etching and aquatint in black on green japan paper, Virginia and Ira Jackson Collection, gift in memory of Virginia H. Jackson, 1996.151.218

Untitled (La femme à la toque écossaise)

Félicien Rops · 1895 · etching and aquatint in black on green japan paper ·  Accession ID  1996.151.218

The image shows a small, grayscale illustration of a person from the back, lying on their side on a surface resembling a bed. The person's head rests on a pillow, with long, dark hair falling down their back. The individual is unclothed in the drawing, with no visible clothing or accessories. The background is dark, suggesting a dim setting, while the bed and pillow are lighter in color. No items of jewelry or objects are visible in the illustration.
Félicien Rops, Départ pour le sabbat (Departure for the Sabbath), 1895, etching and aquatint in green on heavy japan paper, Virginia and Ira Jackson Collection, gift in memory of Virginia H. Jackson, 1996.151.69

Départ pour le sabbat (Departure for the Sabbath)

Félicien Rops · 1895 · etching and aquatint in green on heavy japan paper ·  Accession ID  1996.151.69

The image shows a small drawing within a larger, mostly blank piece of paper. In the drawing, the upper body of a person is depicted from the waist up in a three-quarter view. The person is positioned slightly turned to the side. Their facial features are not highly detailed but appear to have a focus on the cheekbones and chin, with a prominent forehead. The person is wearing a distinctive hat, possibly a turban or a similar headwrap with textured lines indicating folds. The clothing is suggested by simple lines, showing a loose garment that may resemble a robe or coat. The person is not holding any objects, and there is no jewelry visible. The background of the image is plain, with the sketch itself surrounded by a wide margin of blank paper, highlighting the small size of the drawing within the page.
Félicien Rops, Cy-devant (Vieux jeu), 1895, softground etching in brown on wove paper, Virginia and Ira Jackson Collection, gift in memory of Virginia H. Jackson, 1996.151.116

Cy-devant (Vieux jeu)

Félicien Rops · 1895 · softground etching in brown on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1996.151.116

The image shows a black-and-white etching featuring a woman's back view. She is depicted from her lower back down to her legs. The woman's hair is long and reaches her back. No facial features are visible as she is facing away. She wears form-fitting clothing with no visible jewelry or objects in her hands. The background includes hints of curtains or drapery, creating a sense of intimacy. The woman's figure is framed at the center of the image against a beige backdrop.
Félicien Rops, Départ pour le sabbat (Departure for the Sabbath), 1895, etching and aquatint in black on heavy japan paper, Virginia and Ira Jackson Collection, gift in memory of Virginia H. Jackson, 1996.151.68

Départ pour le sabbat (Departure for the Sabbath)

Félicien Rops · 1895 · etching and aquatint in black on heavy japan paper ·  Accession ID  1996.151.68

The image displays a sketch of a mostly nude individual lying on their back in the center of the page. The person's upper body is slightly tilted, with one arm bent and resting near the head, which is covered by a broad-brimmed hat. The hair is visible around the sides of the head. The figure appears to be in a relaxed posture, and there is drapery or cloth around the legs. The background within the rectangle is darkly shaded, contrasting with the plain, light-colored background of the page. There are no visible accessories or objects held by the person.
Félicien Rops, Etude de nu (Study of a Nude), 1895, softground etching and drypoint in black on heavy japan paper, Virginia and Ira Jackson Collection, gift in memory of Virginia H. Jackson, 1996.151.52

Etude de nu (Study of a Nude)

Félicien Rops · 1895 · softground etching and drypoint in black on heavy japan paper ·  Accession ID  1996.151.52

The image shows a small, rectangular etching in the center of a larger sheet. The figure in the etching is reclined with indistinct facial features and long, loose hair, wearing a wide-brimmed hat. The background has a rough, hatched texture close to the figure, against an otherwise blank, light-colored sheet.
Félicien Rops, Etude de nu (Study of a Nude), 1895, softground etching and drypoint in black on heavy japan paper, Virginia and Ira Jackson Collection, gift in memory of Virginia H. Jackson, 1996.151.53

Etude de nu (Study of a Nude)

Félicien Rops · 1895 · softground etching and drypoint in black on heavy japan paper ·  Accession ID  1996.151.53

The image depicts a small etching of a person's upper body and face within a framed square in the center of a plain off-white background. The person's facial features are detailed, they are wearing headwear and textured clothing. No jewelry or objects are visible in the image.
Félicien Rops, Tesson humain (Human Fragment), 1895, softground etching in orange, Virginia and Ira Jackson Collection, gift in memory of Virginia H. Jackson, 1996.151.90

Tesson humain (Human Fragment)

Félicien Rops · 1895 · softground etching in orange ·  Accession ID  1996.151.90

The image shows a small sepia-toned illustration in the center of a large, pale beige sheet. The illustration depicts a person's upper body in a seated position, viewed at an angle. The person appears to be wearing a fur-collared garment and a broad-brimmed hat that casts a shadow over their face, making specific facial features difficult to discern. The person's hair, if visible, is obscured by the hat. The attire seems to be thick, indicating warmth and protection from the cold. No jewelry or objects are apparent due to the scale and dark contrast of the illustration. The sheet surrounding the illustration is plain and unadorned, offering a neutral backdrop that draws attention to the central image.
Félicien Rops, La bailli, 1895, softground etching in red-brown on heavy japan paper, Virginia and Ira Jackson Collection, gift in memory of Virginia H. Jackson, 1996.151.157

La bailli

Félicien Rops · 1895 · softground etching in red-brown on heavy japan paper ·  Accession ID  1996.151.157

The artwork is an etching of a person with striking facial features and an ornate headpiece, placed at the center of a large, light-colored paper. The portrait depicts the individual from the shoulders up, facing forward with a neutral expression. The person's hair is voluminous, and they wear a textured or patterned garment. The background of the piece is plain, creating significant negative space around the image.
Félicien Rops, Tesson humain (Human Fragment), 1895, softground etching in black on heavy japan paper, Virginia and Ira Jackson Collection, gift in memory of Virginia H. Jackson, 1996.151.89

Tesson humain (Human Fragment)

Félicien Rops · 1895 · softground etching in black on heavy japan paper ·  Accession ID  1996.151.89

This is a drawing of a theatrical program. The document displays a printed theater program for performances of "L'école de l'idéal" by Paul Véron and "Le petit Eyolf" by Henrik Ibsen, scheduled on the 8th and 9th of May, 1895. The program details the cast for each play and the roles they perform, with the left side displaying an illustrated sketch of two figures in a dynamic pose against a textured background. The illustration is signed by Felicien Rops on the right side of the page.
Félicien Rops, L'Ecole de l'idéal; Le Petit Eyolf, 1895, photomechanical process on light brown wove paper, Gift of The Atlas Foundation, 1995.76.66

L'Ecole de l'idéal; Le Petit Eyolf

Félicien Rops · 1895 · photomechanical process on light brown wove paper ·  Accession ID  1995.76.66