1776 to 1800

72 works

Nicolò Gander

Italian 19th Century

Saint-Mémin Collection of Portraits, Group 53

Saint-Mémin, Charles B. J. Févret de

The image features a sketch of various full-body figures drawn with minimalistic lines. The figures are standing and include both men and women. The facial features are simple and not detailed, with only some outlines hinting at eyes, noses, or mouths. Various hairstyles are shown, with some women having their hair styled in buns or veils, while men are wearing hats. The clothing appears to be historical or formal, with men in coats, breeches, and wide-brimmed hats, and women in long, flowing dresses or cloaks, some with head coverings. One figure is depicted on horseback, showing more dynamic movement. The background is a plain sheet of paper with no additional details or context provided, aside from some lines indicating ground or shadow under the figures.

Historical Costumes

Paret y Alcázar, Luis

Marriage Medal of Crown Prince Frederick William of Prussia and Princess Louise Augusta of Mecklenburg-Strelitz [obverse]

Loos, Daniel Friedrich

This is a painting depicting a scene inside a rustic interior. The painting shows a group of individuals interacting in a lively manner within what seems to be a tavern or domestic setting. One figure is being embraced by another in colorful attire at the center, with other figures observing. The room features wooden beams, a large fireplace with pots and vessels, and a door leading to another space. Dynamic postures suggest movement and drama, with a dog sitting in the foreground. The style resembles Jean-Honoré Fragonard, showcasing baroque exuberance and detailed elements.

Histoire de Manon Lescaut (volume I)

Various Artists

A long, rectangular dining table is surrounded by thirteen people in this horizontal painting. The skin of all the people, some of their clothing, and the tabletop are painted golden yellow. Touches of aquamarine blue, salmon pink, and rust red appear in some clothing, and the scene is set against a nearly black background. Across from us at the center of the table, a radiating, gold starburst surrounds the head and shoulders of a man, Jesus, with shoulder-length blond hair and beard. He looks at or toward us with dark eyes as he holds his hands up, palms facing out, at his chest. He wears a champagne-white robe and reclines with his legs extended to our left as he rests his opposite elbow on what could be a cushion or rolled-up blanket. To our right, a second person mirrors Jesus’s reclining position but with wrists crossed over the chest and turning to look toward Jesus. That person wears a long teal-blue garment and has smooth cheeks and long blond hair. Another bearded man to our left, near the back corner of the table, leans away from Jesus with hands held up as if in prayer. Three people lounge or sit on each of the short sides of the table to our left and right, and four recline on the side closest to us. Some have beards and others are cleanshaven, and some have short hair while others have long locks. Most of them look toward Jesus while two bend low to the table in prayer. One man, in the lower right, wears brick red and turns his back on the table as he counts or touches coins in a sack. The long table is set with goblets and plates of food. The artist signed the work with his initials in the lower left corner: “WB inv.”

The Last Supper

Blake, William

This is a photograph of a copper printing plate. The plate displays reverse-engraved text with letters indented into the metal surface. The writing is in an elegant font and is surrounded by ornamental designs. A small illustration of a bird in flight is at the top left corner. The copper's patina gives the plate a brownish tone, contrasting with the polished surface and engraved lines.

Fragment of cancelled plate for "A Prophecy" [recto]

Blake, William

Morris

Saint-Mémin, Charles B. J. Févret de

The sculpture includes two women standing on rectangular bases, both dressed in classical attire. They have one arm extended toward the center, interacting with decorative elements. These elements consist of two griffins facing each other on each side of an ornamental swirl at the top of the piece. The relief is displayed on a lintel or mantlepiece. The color scheme is monochromatic in shades of gray, resembling stone such as marble. The composition is symmetrical and balanced, with the figures mirroring each other for a sense of harmony and order.

A New Collection of Chimney Pieces, Ornamented to the Style of the Etruscan, Greek and Roman Architecture; Containing Thirty Six Designs suitable to the most Elegant Range of Apartments

Richardson, George

The image displays eight individual engravings arranged symmetrically on a single page. The top left engraving shows a City Tavern, a large two-story building with classical architectural features. To the right is a central vignette of a landscape with intricate foliage framing an empty center and a small stone bridge below. The top right engraving depicts a market scene with several buildings and a prominent arched structure in the center. In the middle left is an engraving labeled "Court-house" featuring a grand building with a detailed cupola set in a pastoral scene. The central engraving is a circular portrait of a woman and child. The middle right displays an architectural image labeled "Church" with a neoclassical building, columns, and surrounding structures under a cloudy sky. The bottom left engraving shows a smaller building with high boundary walls. Below, a colored landscape, labeled "Vue de Ticonderoga sur le Lac Champlain," illustrates a serene scene of a lake and hills with vibrant foliage. At the bottom right is a landscape with trees on the horizon and gently sloping hills in black and white with fine linework. The engravings are primarily monochromatic, except for the colored landscape which features greens, blues, and earth tones.

Saint-Mémin Collection, Group 57

Saint-Mémin, Charles B. J. Févret de

The image depicts a valley surrounded by cliffs and waterfalls, viewed from an elevated perspective. The cliffs, waterfalls, greenery, trees, river, and sky are detailed with fine brushstrokes using earthy tones. Figures and wooden structures are visible in the foreground.

Chute de Staubbach, dans la Vallée de Lauterbrunnen (Falls at Staubbach in the Lauterbrunnen Valley)

Janinet, Jean-François

This is a drawing of a group of figures engaged in an activity in a classical setting. The scene is set within a formal interior space defined by architectural elements such as a column and a draped curtain. The composition features figures dressed in historical attire, with one seated figure elevated. The gathered figures are depicted in dynamic poses, and one seems to be attending to an overturned pot or urn on the ground. The gestures and diagonals formed by the figures and their garments lead the viewer's eye around the scene. The use of line and shading in the drawing adds depth and drama to the scene, creating a contrast between the figures and their environment.

Roman Sacrifice

Prestel, Maria Catharina

This is a drawing of a hunting scene with a dog and two figures. The drawing depicts two individuals engaged in a conversation or instruction session in a natural setting. One figure is holding a large stick or pole, while the other is bending down by a small dog. The background features rolling clouds in the sky and distant trees, adding depth to the landscape. The ground is detailed with foliage and grass, indicative of a rural or wild environment with various plants depicted in the foreground. The artwork includes a caption in French.

Un violent exercice étouffe les sentimens tendres

Le Mire, Noël

A sliver of land across the bottom of this composition gives way to a procession of puffy gray and white clouds sweeping up across a vivid blue, panoramic sky in this horizontal landscape painting. An area of darker gray beyond the brown land could be a valley, mountain, or shadows from the billowing clouds. About one-fifth of the way up the composition, the horizon glows the faintest peach. The clouds trundle from our left up and to our right. The view is loosely painted, especially in the land.

Study of Clouds over the Roman Campagna

Valenciennes, Pierre-Henri de

William Vans Murray

Brown, Mather

This is a bowl with a rustic orange finish and a crackled glaze that gives it a textured pattern. The bowl is decorated with painted white designs, including a large floral motif in the center surrounded by curving lines and the outlines of birds. The rim of the bowl is undulating rather than flat, and it has some areas of black pigment. The wide bowl has a narrow, round base at the bottom.

Raku Tea Bowl

Japanese Edo Period

This is a drawing of two separate scenes on a single sheet. On the left side, there is an abstract scene with swirling clouds or waves and indistinct figures. On the right side, there is a more structured scene with figures gathered in an architectural space, possibly a ballroom or hall. Figures are shown in a way that suggests a social or ceremonial occasion. Both sketches are outlined delicately with pencil.

Study of Moses Striking the Rock and a Procession [verso]

West, Benjamin

The image depicts a large, bulbous vase with a narrow neck and flared rim. It is turquoise blue with a crackled pattern. The vase is centered on a neutral background.

Bottle Vase

Chinese Qing Dynasty

Saint-Mémin Collection of Portraits, Group 1

Saint-Mémin, Charles B. J. Févret de

This is a painting of a medieval illuminated manuscript page. The artwork depicts a central figure seated on a throne under a grand arch, holding a book and gesturing towards a group of standing figures. The background is decorated with floral patterns and roundels, showcasing colors including blue, red, yellow, and green. Surrounding the scene are architectural elements, such as arches and columns. The attire of the figures and decoration reflect the artistic style associated with illuminated manuscripts. This is in the style of an anonymous medieval illuminator.

Saint Augustine

British 19th Century

This is a drawing of a bird called Larvivora ruficeps. The illustration shows a bird with a red-brown head, a black mask around its eyes, and a white throat. It has a dark upper body blending into grayish tones on the underparts. The bird is standing on the ground among grasses and fallen leaves in a naturalistic habitat.

Bird (Larvivora Ruficeps)

British 19th Century

The image shows several figures in a group. One central male figure is standing with his arms outstretched. A female figure is near him, slightly behind and to his left. On the far right, there is a smaller figure, likely a child. The central figure has distinctive facial features, is wearing a hat, loose-fitting clothes, and boots. Other figures around him also have visible facial lines, hats, and casual or rustic attire. The figures are on a simple background, enclosed within a border, against a beige matting background.

Old Man Pointing to the Left

Prestel, Maria Catharina

In the image, there are two central figures. One is an older man seated, shown from the chest up with one hand resting on a rolled scroll. He has a beard and disheveled hair, and his expression is focused as he gazes upward. The man's body is muscular and mostly uncovered, with a cloth draped over his lap. An elegant woman stands beside him, gesturing towards him, with styled hair and flowing garments. The background features architectural elements like columns and arches.

Homer and Calliope

Conca, Tommaso

The image is an architectural drawing of a grand temple-like structure viewed from the front at a slightly elevated angle. The temple has a prominent central entrance with steps and tall columns on each side. Statues decorate the top of the structure, including a figure at the peak. The horizon is low, emphasizing the building's height. Trees can be seen in the background, adding depth to the scene. The drawing is detailed with cross-hatching for shadows and textures, typical of engravings. The color scheme is mainly brown and sepia tones. Closest to the temple, figures are engaged in various activities, adding scale and human presence to the scene.

The Prima Macchina for the Chinea of 1782: The Temple of Janus Built by Numa Pompilius

Barbazza, Francesco

The image features a landscape viewed from a slightly elevated perspective. The horizon is subtly suggested by pencil outlines, with elements such as tree outlines and a distant structure visible. Loose and fluid brushwork in sepia tones creates a soft and ethereal quality. Darker strokes at the forefront indicate trees and shrubs, with a predominantly earthy brown color palette.

Hillside and Trees

Cox, David

This is a richly textured reddish-brown book cover with gold embossed text. The title "DANTE" is displayed prominently in the center, with "FLAXMAN" below it. The border of the cover includes a simple gold outline. The spine of the book, visible on the left edge, has ornate ridges and shows signs of wear. The other edges appear similarly worn.

Album of Drawings for Dante's "Divine Comedy"

Flaxman, John

The image depicts a landscape seen from above. The horizon is positioned above the center, where the land meets a cloudy sky. Buildings are visible in the distance. The brushwork is detailed, defining trees, landforms, and water in monochrome. A river flows through the scene with figures and rocky terrain in the foreground, flanked by tall trees. The composition balances nature and human presence.

Landscape with River and Town

Prestel, Maria Catharina

The image depicts a landscape viewed from a slightly elevated position. The horizon is above the center, showing an expansive scene dominated by rolling hills in the distance. Trees are scattered across the terrain. In the foreground, small figures are seen by boats along a curving path beside a rocky outcrop. The brushstrokes are subtle and controlled, emphasizing details without overwhelming the serene ambiance. The scene is depicted in a monochromatic palette of warm sepia tones, creating a timeless and historic atmosphere. Lighter tones are used for the sky and distant hills to suggest depth and vastness.

Landscape with Fishing Boats

Prestel, Maria Catharina

The image shows two people in a rustic outdoor setting. The man is standing with one hand on his head, facing the woman. He has a broad smile, shoulder-length dark hair, and is dressed in an earthy red coat, light blue waistcoat, yellow breeches, blue stockings, and black shoes. The woman is seated on a chair, spinning using a wheel in front of her. She has dark hair, wears a white bonnet, and a white dress with long sleeves. Surrounding them are a barrel, a broom against the wall, a tree with green foliage, a simple wooden house with a thatched roof, and an earthy ground with grassy patches.

Rustic Courtship

Rowlandson, Thomas

This is a drawing of a book cover for "La Derniere Héloïse." The cover features decorative typography and an illustrated oval scene framed with ornate detailing. The scene shows two figures in an interior space with tall columns and arched architecture. One figure is seated and the other standing, engaged in an interaction. The seated figure appears relaxed, leaning against the back of a chair or couch. The illustration reflects 18th-century style with detailed and elegant features, including clothing and architecture. Text on the cover includes the title, author, and publication details, showing it was published in Paris in 1784. The color scheme consists of sepia tones.

La Dernière Héloïse: ou, Lettres de Junie (Part I and Part II)

Dauphin, de Verdun

Le Avventure di Saffo (The Adventures of Sappho)

Tresham, Henry

Saint-Mémin Collection of Portraits, Group 54

Saint-Mémin, Charles B. J. Févret de

This is a drawing of a group of armored figures. The individuals are depicted wearing classical and elaborate armor. They appear to be focusing on something central. The scene is detailed, with intricate designs on their helms and clothes. The setting suggests a natural environment, possibly under a tree or tent. The color palette consists mainly of shades of brown.

Dying Epaminondas

Prestel, Johann Gottlieb

A young girl with dark hair and pale skin, wearing a long white dress, kneels on the ground in a hilly, tree-lined landscape in this vertical portrait painting. The girl sits close to us, her body slightly angled to our left as she looks toward and reaches for a rose bush potted in a tall, brown urn along the left edge of the painting. She has pale gray eyes under faint brows and a delicate, pointed nose. Her round cheeks are flushed, and her pink bow lips are closed. Her chestnut-brown hair curls at the neck of her clothing, and bangs cover her forehead under a lacy white bonnet. Light glistens off her lace-edged black cape, which is tied at her throat. The full skirt of her white dress pillows like a cloud on the ground around her legs, and she has a wide, teal-blue sash around her waist. With her right arm, farther from us, she reaches out to touch a pink blossom with a gloved hand. The fingers of the butter-yellow gloves have been folded back. Her other hand rests with exposed fingers in a loose fist in near her knee. Behind her, gently rolling hills are dotted with leafy green trees silhouetted against a stretch of white sky just above the low horizon. Painted in smoky gray, ivory white, and pale, blush pink, the thin clouds against the topaz-blue sky fills the upper two-thirds of the picture. The painting is inscribed with gold paint in the lower right corner: “Lady Caroline Howard” and “Lady Cawdor.”

Lady Caroline Howard

Reynolds, Joshua, Sir

The remains of a rectangular porch-like portico are photographed in tones of ash-brown and black in this horizontal albumen print. The roof of the portico is held up by six marble columns carved into the shape of women wearing robes that fall in long, vertical folds. The women all face forward, and some of their features are weathered. All are missing their arms. The portico and structure behind it are constructed with massive, squared blocks. A man wearing a suit and a bowler hat sits drawing in the corner where the portico meets the bulk of the building, near the lower right corner of the photograph. Fragments of reliefs and other architectural ornaments are lined up behind and next to him. A few scrubby plants grow on the dirt ground, and the sky above is a washed out white. White text angled up across the lower right corner reads, “D. CONSTANTIN.”

The Caryatides

Constantine, Dimetrius

Bowl

Chinese Qing Dynasty

Maria Cosway with Her Daughter Louisa

Cosway, Richard

Saint-Mémin Collection of Portraits, Group 21

Saint-Mémin, Charles B. J. Févret de

Figure Studies

Linnell, John

The image shows three figures standing together. They wear elaborate headdresses with feathers or decorations and voluminous clothing. The figures appear to be in a loosely gathered group, with two closer together on the right side and one standing slightly apart on the left. The figures have indistinct facial features and the background is plain and neutral.

Two Elegant Couples [verso]

Guardi, Francesco

This painting is a portrait of a man. He is seated on a red cushioned chair, turned slightly to the left, facing us. He has a pale complexion and a neutral expression, with dark eyebrows, rosy cheeks, and thin lips. His hair is gray, with curls falling to the sides around his ears. He is dressed in formal attire, wearing a dark red, double-breasted coat with large golden button and a white cravat around his neck. The man holds a pair of tan gloves in his left hand, and in front of him is a piece of red furniture covered with a red cloth. The background is a muted brown gradient.

Stephen Van Rensselaer III

Stuart, Gilbert

Bowl

Japanese 19th Century

This is a drawing of an ornate decorative border featuring a variety of natural elements. The rectangular blank space is framed with intricate pencil drawings depicting flora and fauna. The border includes tropical plants, a leopard, a fox, a snake, various birds, a person, an animal, plants, flowers, animals such as frogs, fish, and reptiles, insects like butterflies and dragonflies, fruits, foliage, and additional natural elements. Two small drawings are included within the vertical borders, and the bottom center features a prominent butterfly image.

Design for a Border with a Portrait of Baron Cuvier

Arnout, Jean-Baptiste

The image portrays an engraved portrait of a man with distinct facial features. He is posed in a slightly turned angle to the right, with curly hair flowing down to his shoulders. He wears a richly detailed garment with a large ruffled collar. The portrait's ornate frame features classical motifs and French text.

Charles I

Unknown 19th Century

This is a drawing of a small dog resting on a cushioned surface. The image captures a small dog lying down with its head resting on its paws. The texture of the dog's fur is illustrated with detail, emphasizing the curls and volume. The surrounding environment appears simple, with hints of texture above the dog's back and behind it. The drawing uses a monochromatic palette and shading to create depth and define the form of the dog.

Lying Dog

Ploos van Amstel, Cornelis

The image shows a sketch of a seated person reading a book. The person is depicted from head to waist, with detailed facial features and a beard. He has curly hair and is wearing simple drapery. There is a large open book with visible text and a wooden object nearby. A cross is shown on the side of the book. The background consists of simple sketched lines framing the figure.

Saint Jerome

Prestel, Johann Gottlieb

The image shows sepia-toned portrait profiles encased in circular frames. The portraits depict individuals at various angles, focusing on their faces and upper shoulders without showing their full bodies. The subjects include men and women with different hairstyles and clothing styles typical of a historical period. Men have short, wavy, or curled hair, and some wear neckties or cravats. Women have voluminous hairstyles with ribbons or hats, and wear elaborate lace and ruffle collars or shawls. The facial features are detailed in a classical nineteenth-century style. Each portrait has a plain dark circle background and handwritten text below indicating the person's name. The image appears to document and commemorate the individuals in a formal and traditional portrait style.

Saint-Mémin Collection of Portraits, Group 2

Saint-Mémin, Charles B. J. Févret de

Saint-Mémin Collection of Portraits, Group 6

Saint-Mémin, Charles B. J. Févret de

The image shows three figures seated. In the center, a woman sits with a baby in her arms. To the left, a child is seated on an elevated surface, holding a hat. In the background, there is a decorative pulpit or architectural structure.

Figures at a Church Service

Bellangé, Hippolyte

A Cottage on Fire

Turner, Charles

The image displays two people from the waist up. The person on the left is seated in a green chair, facing slightly towards the viewer. They have short, light brown hair neatly combed to the side, a stern expression, noticeable cheeks, and a defined nose. They wear a tan coat with gold buttons over a black waistcoat and a white cravat. The person next to them, potentially a child, is slightly in front, facing the viewer, with hands clasped together or touching the object held by the other person. The child has very short light hair, a similar facial structure with bright eyes, and wears a dark garment with a white ruffled collar. The background features rich red drapery and a hint of a scenic landscape.

Father and Son

Budington, Jonathan

The image depicts a man and a woman indoors. The man is seated on a red-covered piece of furniture and holding a letter. He has curly blonde hair and is dressed in a yellow vest, white shirt, cravat, and gray breeches. The woman is kneeling beside him, holding a piece of paper. The scene also includes a stool with letters, a musical instrument, a chair with a cloak, a sword, a hat with plumes, and a decorated cabinet with a globe and vase on paneled walls.

I Reread Them with Pleasure

Gérard, Marguerite

Martha Tennent Rogers (Mrs. David Rogers) and Her Son, probably Samuel Henry Rogers

Earl, Ralph

General Washington at Princeton

Polk, Charles Peale

This is a photograph of a historical document's cover page. The document describes a collection of prints belonging to Jacopo Durazzo, a Genoese patrician, with a dissertation on the art of engraving. The cover is text-focused with Italian typography. It includes an engraved emblem or crest below the main text, and the bottom of the page indicates it was published in Parma by the Royal Printing House in 1784. The paper shows signs of aging with spots and discoloration.

Descrizione della raccolta di stampe di S.E. il sig. conte Jacopo Durazzo, patrizio genovese, ec. ec., esposta in una dissertazione sull'arte dell'intagio a stampa

Benincasa, Bartolommeo