Napoleon Sarony

Sarony & Co.
American, born Canada, 1821 - 1896

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The image shows a man from the knees upwards. He is standing in a three-quarter pose, slightly turned towards his left with his head facing forward. The man has a full, neatly groomed beard and a prominent mustache, with neatly combed hair that is receding slightly. He wears round glasses. His attire consists of a dark overcoat over a double-breasted suit, complete with a vest, shirt, and a tie or cravat. In his left hand, he holds a wide-brimmed hat and a pair of gloves. The backdrop of the image is a textured wall.
Napoleon Sarony, George Henry Smillie (1840-1921), c. 1890, photogravure, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.4247

George Henry Smillie (1840-1921)

Napoleon Sarony · c. 1890 · photogravure ·  Accession ID  2008.115.4247
This is a painting of a treaty negotiation scene between two groups gathered in a natural outdoor setting. There are lush green trees providing a canopy overhead, framing the gathering below. In the backdrop, there are colonial-style buildings in various stages of construction. On the left side, a group of indigenous people are depicted with colorful clothing and feathered headpieces. They are gathered closely, a few seated and others standing. On the right side, another group is dressed in colonial attire typical of European settlers of the time, with long coats, broad-brimmed hats, and some holding scrolls or documents. In the distance, ships are docked near the coastline. The scene conveys a moment of peaceful negotiation, with both groups seemingly in dialogue.
Napoleon Sarony, Nathaniel Currier, Wm. Penn's Treaty with the Indians When He Founded the Province of Pennsa. 1661: The Only Treaty That Never Was Broken, hand-colored lithograph on wove paper, Gift of Addie Burr Clark, 1946.9.36

Wm. Penn's Treaty with the Indians When He Founded the Province of Pennsa. 1661: The Only Treaty That Never Was Broken

Napoleon Sarony, Nathaniel Currier · hand-colored lithograph on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1946.9.36
The image shows a man standing upright, with his left hand on a chair. He has distinct facial features, short wavy hair, and wears a military uniform. The man is surrounded by a chair, a bicorne hat with a feather, and a sword in a decorative scabbard. The background is plain and formal.
William Heine, Napoleon Sarony, G. P. Putnam & Co., Commodore M. C. Perry, 1856, color lithograph on wove paper mounted to Bristol board, Corcoran Collection, 2015.143.1531.1

Commodore M. C. Perry

William Heine, Napoleon Sarony, G. P. Putnam & Co. · 1856 · color lithograph on wove paper mounted to Bristol board ·  Accession ID  2015.143.1531.1
The image depicts a view from a slightly elevated point in a graveyard overlooking a temple. The horizon shows distant hills and trees against a dusk-illuminated sky. The central traditional temple is partially obscured by trees and gravestones. The brushstrokes create a smooth texture highlighting details in carvings and foliage. The color palette includes dark greens, browns, and greys, with a soft glow in the sky. Gravestones of varying heights and styles are in the foreground with figures in soft clothing engaged in activities. The scene captures a transition from day to night.
William Heine, Napoleon Sarony, G. P. Putnam & Co., Grave Yard at Simoda dio Zenge, 1856, chromolithograph with hand-coloring on wove paper mounted to Bristol board, Corcoran Collection, 2015.143.1531.10

Grave Yard at Simoda dio Zenge

William Heine, Napoleon Sarony, G. P. Putnam & Co. · 1856 · chromolithograph with hand-coloring on wove paper mounted to Bristol board ·  Accession ID  2015.143.1531.10
The image shows a landscape with a building surrounded by greenery. The viewpoint is elevated, showing a wide perspective. The sky is lightly clouded with pastel colors. Two figures near us are engaged in activities. The brushwork is detailed, capturing leaves and architectural elements clearly. The color palette is dominated by greens and browns, complemented by subtle sky hues. A fence and more trees are visible in the background.
William Heine, Napoleon Sarony, G. P. Putnam & Co., Kung-kwa at On-na, Lew Chew, 1856, chromolithograph with hand-coloring on wove paper mounted to Bristol board, Corcoran Collection, 2015.143.1531.5

Kung-kwa at On-na, Lew Chew

William Heine, Napoleon Sarony, G. P. Putnam & Co. · 1856 · chromolithograph with hand-coloring on wove paper mounted to Bristol board ·  Accession ID  2015.143.1531.5
The image shows a panoramic view from a hillside overlooking a busy harbor and a distant town. The horizon features a hill with buildings and trees. The town extends over a rise of land with uniform buildings leading to the water, where sailing vessels can be seen. The painting is detailed, depicting architecture and landscape realistically. It uses muted earth tones like greens, browns, and warm shades of terra cotta for roofs, along with soft blues and grays for water and sky. Near the viewer, figures are shown on the hill surrounded by grass and rocks, guiding the eye towards the active harbor and distant town.
William Heine, Napoleon Sarony, G. P. Putnam & Co., Macao from Penha Hill, 1856, chromolithograph with hand-coloring on wove paper mounted to Bristol board, Corcoran Collection, 2015.143.1531.2

Macao from Penha Hill

William Heine, Napoleon Sarony, G. P. Putnam & Co. · 1856 · chromolithograph with hand-coloring on wove paper mounted to Bristol board ·  Accession ID  2015.143.1531.2
The image depicts a scene from a slightly elevated viewpoint, showing a small chapel partially hidden by trees. The horizon is visible near the upper third of the image through the sparse foliage. The trees frame the scene with their trunks and canopies curving overhead. The artwork features soft brushstrokes, creating a detailed texture. The color palette includes earthy tones, greens, browns, and soft blues for the sky. People are engaging in activities on the ground, surrounded by grass and rocks. In the distance, a torii gate and chapel can be seen subtly.
William Heine, Napoleon Sarony, G. P. Putnam & Co., Mia or Road Side Chapel at Yokuhama, 1856, chromolithograph with hand-coloring on wove paper mounted to Bristol board, Corcoran Collection, 2015.143.1531.6

Mia or Road Side Chapel at Yokuhama

William Heine, Napoleon Sarony, G. P. Putnam & Co. · 1856 · chromolithograph with hand-coloring on wove paper mounted to Bristol board ·  Accession ID  2015.143.1531.6
This is an illustrated cover titled "Graphic Scenes of the Japan Expedition". The image features a collection of smaller illustrations arranged around the central text, which reads, "GRAPHIC SCENES OF THE JAPAN EXPEDITION BY WM. HEINE ARTIST OF THE EXPEDITION EXECUTED IN COLOURS & TINTS BY SARONY & CO." The smaller vignettes show landscapes, an eagle above an American flag, cultural interactions, and architectural elements reminiscent of Japan. At the bottom, there is a coastal scene with a mountain in the background. The composition is detailed and ornate, illustrating exploration and cultural encounter themes.
William Heine, Napoleon Sarony, G. P. Putnam & Co., Illustrated Title Page, 1856, lithograph in brown on wove paper bound with letterpress text, Corcoran Collection, 2015.143.1531.11

Illustrated Title Page

William Heine, Napoleon Sarony, G. P. Putnam & Co. · 1856 · lithograph in brown on wove paper bound with letterpress text ·  Accession ID  2015.143.1531.11
This image depicts Old China Street in Canton, viewed from a slightly elevated perspective. The horizon is high, marked by the rooftops of densely packed buildings flanking the street. Decorative elements like ornate arches and lanterns are visible. The brushstrokes are precise and detailed, adding realism to the scene. The color palette consists of warm earth tones with shades of brown, beige, and red, contrasted by the blue sky. Figures are engaged in various activities, providing a sense of daily life. In the distance, the street extends into a busy thoroughfare lined with more buildings and activity.
William Heine, Napoleon Sarony, G. P. Putnam & Co., Old China Street, Canton, 1856, chromolithograph on Bristol board, Corcoran Collection, 2015.143.1531.4

Old China Street, Canton

William Heine, Napoleon Sarony, G. P. Putnam & Co. · 1856 · chromolithograph on Bristol board ·  Accession ID  2015.143.1531.4
The image shows a group of people gathered near a path lined with tall, gracefully arching trees. In the distance is an architectural structure resembling a temple. The horizon is not distinct, but the top row of the temple is horizontally aligned in the image. The brushstrokes create a balance between detail and softness, especially in the trees' foliage and architectural elements. The color palette consists of muted earth tones with soft greens, browns, pastel blues, pinks, and a slightly weathered sepia tone, giving the image a vintage appearance.
William Heine, Napoleon Sarony, G. P. Putnam & Co., Temple of Ha-tshū Man-ya-tshū-ro at Simoda, 1856, chromolithograph with hand-coloring on wove paper mounted to Bristol board, Corcoran Collection, 2015.143.1531.9

Temple of Ha-tshū Man-ya-tshū-ro at Simoda

William Heine, Napoleon Sarony, G. P. Putnam & Co. · 1856 · chromolithograph with hand-coloring on wove paper mounted to Bristol board ·  Accession ID  2015.143.1531.9