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SS 8s se &@ @ # 2*.2% 8 | 3 2233 e S53 ; gos & 2 £ 2 -"< ant URS ee Os ae lp Pee ee CATALOGUE OF THE PAINTINGS TO BE SOLD BY ORDER OF THE Hon. JOHN D. CRIMMINS AND OF THE HISTORIC PORTRAITS TO BE SOLD BY ORDER OF Ge BLAKESLEE GALLERIES THE SALE WILL BE CONDUCTED BY MR. AUGUSTUS W. CLARKE CONDITIONS OF SALE. 1. The highest bidder to be the Buyer, and if any dispute arise between two or more bidders, the painting so i eee shall be immediately put up again and re-sold. 2. The purchasers to give their names and addresses and to pay down a cash deposit, or the whole of the purchase money if required, in default of which the painting or paintings so purchased to be immediately put up again and re-sold. 3. The paintings to be taken away at the buyer’s ex- pense and risk upon the conclusion of the sale, and the remainder of the purchase money to be absolutely paid or otherwise settled for to the satisfaction of the Auctioneer, on or before delivery; in default of which the undersigned will not hold himself responsible if the paintings be lost, damaged or destroyed,, but they will be left at the sole risk of the purchaser. 4. The paintings to be taken away and paid for, whether genuine and authentic or not, with all faults and errors of description, at the buyer’s expense and risk, within Two Days from the sale; CLARKE’s ArT Rooms not being responsible for the correct descrip- tion, genuineness or authenticity of, or any fault or defect in any painting, and making no warranty what- ever. 5.To prevent inaccuracy in delivery and inconven- ience in settlement of the purchases, no painting can on any account be removed during the sale. 6. If, for any cause, an article purchased cannot be delivered in as good condition as the same may have been at the time of its sale, or should any article pur- chased thereafter be stolen or misdelivered, or lost, the undersigned is not to be held liable in any greater amount than the price bid by the purchaser. 7. Upon failure to comply with the above conditions, the money deposited in part payment shall be for- feited; all paintings uncleared within the time aforesaid shall be re-sold by public or private sale, without fur- ther notice, and the deficiency, if any, attending such re-sale, shall be. made good by the defaulter at this sale, together with all charges attending the same. This condition is without prejudice to the right of the Auctioneer to enforce the contract made at this sale, without stich re-sale, if he thinks fit. CLARKE’S ART ROOMS are in no way respon- sible for the charges or manner of delivery of goods purchased at their sale. AUGUSTUS W. CLARKE, Auctioneer. me SPN 114-116 West 27th Street, Eto Weaks \ New York. | : I \ ) 4 : . \ i 4 ; r i gtak ; LIST OF ARTISTS REPRESENTED Allen, Thomas, Jr. . ; 4 4 i é 79 Allori, Allesandro . ; : : ; 3 59 Barrau, A. e d , : ‘ : : 33 Beechey, R.A., Sir William aioe 23, 86 Benassit, E. é ; ; : : i Se Berghem, Nicholas g 2 i . 29, 30, 65 Bogert, George H. Bonifazio Bowhé, L. A. Bouguereau, William A. Chardin, Jean Simeon Constable, R.A., John Contoit, Louis forot.. J.B. €. Cotman, R.A., John Sell Cotes, R.A., Francis Coutourier, L. L. Daubigny, Ch. F. Daingerfield, Elliott Detti, Cesare Persaas,’ J.-L... Delacroix, F. V. Eugene De Wint, Peter Dolci, Carlo Dolph, J. H. LIST OF ARTISTS—Ceontinued Dupont, Gainsborough Dupré, Jules : Falero, L. : : : : Gainsborough, R.A., Sir Thomas Girard, Firmin Grison, J. A. Hammer, John J. Hanneman, Adriaan Harlamoff, A. Harlow, G. H. Hillingford, R. Hendriks, W. . Hoeber, Arthur Holland, R.A., James Hoppner, R.A., John Howe, W. H. Huguet, Victor P. Inness, George Janssen, ‘Cornelis Jettel, Eugene Kneller, Sir Godfrey Kricheldorf, C. Krye, Nicholas ; ; Landseer, R.A., Sir Edwi Lang, L. ; : ; : Lawrence, P.R.A., Sir Thomas 105 118 10 : 19 49, 88 52 34 ; 93 45, 114 107 . SL See 16 99, 101 LIST OF ARTISTS—Continued Largilliere, N. de . : ; ; a De 36 La Movehe. Ts) <4. : j ; : en 7 Lely, Sir Peter . 22, 106 Leslie, R.A., Chas. Robert ) ; 2 f 72 Linford, .C.3. : : ; : j ; 12 Maes, Nicholas ; f : ; ; 58, 119 Meissonier, J. L. E. A ve 2 : Pee Yi be: Mieris, Frans van . : ; : ; soe AOS Minor, Robert C. . ; i é : oe FIZ Monticelli, A. : : Z f ‘ ; 17 Moreland, R.A., George : : } : 76 Munkacsy, Baron M. de ; eos 46 Nasmyth, Alexander } 4 ; : - 26 Netscher, Caspar . : : ; ‘ j 53 pic RIA; Sir John’ ., , ‘ t 94, 108 Osorio, Francisco . ; 60 Pelouse, L. G. : : : : : ‘ 69 Peralta, Francisco . : f iat Salad ; 68 Perrault, 1; .. i ; ; ‘ A : 46 Perret, Aimé . : ; ‘ ; ; ; 73 Piot, Adolphe 92 Pourbus, Pieter : ; ‘ . ; ; 90 Portielje, Jr., Gerard 80 Pyne, ‘R..E. “ 2 , : ; 25 Ramsay, R. A., Allan : : ; : i 85 Ravensteyn, Ian A. van . ASD : A Gate WY LIST OF ARTISTS—Continued Reynolds, P.R.A., Sir Joshua . Ribera, Carlos Luis Ribot, A. T. Rolfe, C. E. Rosa, Salvatore Rouart, H. Roybet, Ferdinand . Russel, R.A., John . Seignac, G. Sigriste, J. G. Smith-Huld Story, G. H. Sully, Thomas Tait; APM: Teniers, David Thalaxy . Unterberger, F. R. . Verboeckhoven, Eugene Verhaz, Jan . Villegas, Jose . : . Watts, R.A., Geo. Frederick Webb, C. M. Willcock, C. B. Wilson, R.A., Richard Wiggins, Carleton . Wyatt, Henry 70 48 50, 57 : 91 27374, Be FIRST EVENING’S SALE WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25th Beginning promptly at 8.15 o'clock SIIYIIIN FUL 92 ‘ON °Y UU ‘puBpeIO_, 231005 eae CrP. ROLFE, Well-known American artist who devoted himself principally to still life. The Day’s Catch 14x 18 On a window ledge are spread out a number of splendid fish that have just been caught; a tub and a knife are ready at hand to clean them. Signed, E. R., 1849. ¢ 0 SMITH-HULD American painter of interesting landscapes. Signed, Smith-Huld. A Winter Sunset 21%4 x 26 A Brittany peasant woman with a child in her arms is returning home late in the afternoon; snow is on the ground and the sun is setting in a bank of clouds, mak- ing a cheerless and bleak winter evening. Signed, Smith Huld. From Ortgies & Co., Feb. 28, 1893. furray John Hoppner, R. A. ; No. 49. Lady Augusta v* ro ¥ “i % 4 ” Si - i, . are Sf é “a FE a ; if me : 5 oF ——~ = 2 ’ . d ~ \. 3 ° i. - ° bd : ; _ " i salt ’ ‘ s . . LOUIS CONTOIT A New York painter of animals and interiors. On Guard 14 x 22 Two dogs are watching their master’s cloak, which hangs over a chair; the smaller is on top and is evi- dently jealous of the larger dog, which is lazily lying on the edge of the cloak on the floor. Signed, Louis Contoit. E. BENASSIT A well-known French water-colorist. Outpost ' 13% x 10 Water Color In the early spring a Cavalryman is cautiously rid- ing down the slope of a hill; two others are watching in the distance; a background of bare trees completes a clever composition. Signed, E. Benassit. | E. BENASSIT A well-known French water-colorist. The Cavalier 13% x 10 Water Color The mounted Cavalier rides down the hill, and meets two pretty girls, who are walking in the meadow. A pleasant day in early spring. Signed, E. Benassit. L. LANG An American painter of women and children. Mother and Her Children 12 x9 The sun is streaming through a window upon a mother and two children, who are affectionately reclin- ing against her knees. Signed, L. Lang. Amy Robsurt Charles Robert Leslie JAN VERHAZ Residing in Brussels. Medals: Paris, Second Class, 1881; Chevalier of the Legion of Honor, 1881: Gold Medal, 1889; Exposition Universal, Hors Concours. A Dreadful Accident 30 x 20 A boy and girl, who have been playing in a marble hall, have upset a large palm from a jardiniere. They are mutely standing, appalled at the catastrophe that has overtaken them. Signed, Jan Verhaz. J. H. L. pe HAAS Commander of the Order of Isabella the Catholic of Spain and of the Order of Charles III. of Spain, and of the Order of Leopold of Belgium. Officer of the Order of the Couronne de Chenne, Holland. Officer of the Order of the Merit of St. Michael, Ba- varia. Officer of the Couronne d'Italia. Chevalier of Francis Joseph of Austria. Chevalier of the Cou- ronne de Prusse. Member of the Academy of St. Ferdinand of Spain. Member of the Royal Acade- mies of Amsterdam, Antwerp and Rotterdam. Cattle 10 x 20 Water Color Two shorthorn bulls are standing in low-lying fields which extend to the horizon; a clear, cold, Dutch sky overhead. Very transparent in color. Signed, J. H. L. de Haas. Allan Ramsay, R. A. George III. in His Coronation Robes No, 85. LEON LUCIEN COUTOURIER Medals: Paris, Third Class, 1881; Medal, Bronze, 1889, Exposition Universal; Chevalier of the Legion of Honor, 1898; Bronze Medal, 1900, Exposition Universal; Hors Concours. Chickens 12 x 16 An interesting group of white chickens are under some trees which overhang the barnyard. Signed, Coutourier. 10 ARTHUR HOEBER Well-known New York painter and critic. Marine 20 x 30 Near the shore on a low, gently sloping, sandy beach the waves are gently tumbling ashore in long rollers. “The sea to the horizon is calm. The blue sky with many white and grey clouds drifting through it, indicate a different breeze to that nearer sea level. A charming symphony in light blues and greens. 11 L. FALERO French painter of decorative subjects, in which he successfully introduces the nude. Mention Honor- able, Paris, 1889, Exposition Universal. The Harp 30 x 25 Our fair Goddess, with golden hair streaming in the air, sits on the clouds, charming the gods with music from her harp. Jak 12 CHARLES LINFORD A Philadelphia painter of repute as a landscapist. Landscape 18 x 26 _ Marshy pasturage in the foreground, rising to a farmhouse and trees, with cloudy sky surmounting the scene. Rich in color. Signed, C. Linford. From the American Art Association, Feb. 28, 1899. 13 FRANCIS COTES, R. A. Born in London in 1726, he studied under George Knapton, and was one of the original members of the Royal Academy. Noted for his portraits. He died in 1770. The Duke of Fife 24 x 20 A young man in heavily gold braided velvet coat with lace ruffles, his hair dressed with a queue. Cer- tainly a charming, intelligent portrait. 14 GEORGE FREDERICK WATTS, R. A. Born in London. Is one of the world’s idealists. Noted as a sculptor and painter. He is represented in many museums. Lady Ashburton 16x 12 The sitter is dressed in the costume and manner of one of the Ladies of King Arthur’s Round Table. The features are evidently idealized to accentuate a typical expression. ‘The coloring is rich and warm. From the Collection of Lord Townsend. 1 = 2 r Sater: eee jagger ae m Nin Peat tet oo et re ee. ae eee eo PR ee a i ee 15 LEON LUCIEN COUTOURIER Medals: Paris, Third Class, 1881; Medal, Bronze, 1889, Exposition Universal; Chevalier of the Legion of Honor, 1898; Bronze Medal, 1900, Exposition Universal; Hors Concours. Roosters 114x9Y% Two rival roosters, one dark green and the other a beautiful brown, are intently examining one another on the barn floor, which is strewn with straw. Signed, L. L. Coutourier. 16 CARL KRICHELDORF Studied in Munich. Born in Germany. A painter of definite peasant types. Peasant Girl vy Bh aha In the picturesque costume of Southern Germany a young peasant girl is smiling, holding a rose in her hand, which evidently has tender memories. Signed, Carl Kricheldorf, Munchen. BVIZGIYU STW] ofawyg SPV Uf 19721VHH AVIYIT PGL “L8 “ON 17 A. MONTICELLI A celebrated pupil of Ramond, Aubert and Diaz, he is noted for his superb coloring. Interior 12x 19 On the left a lady is playing at the piano; in the center of the room a little child is playing a game; several ladies are looking on; the costumes are very rich and the interior is a riot of color. Signed, Monticelli. 18 ELLIOTT DAINGERFIELD Born in Harpers Ferry, Va. Studied under Wal- ter Satterlee and abroad. Attained considerable eminence as a landscape painter and lecturer. Bringing Home the New-born Lamb 30 x 42% Two Brittany peasants are trudging home from the fields; one of them carries in her apron a new- born lamb whose mother follows. The sun is setting and evening’s gloom mellows the whole landscape. Signed, Elliott Daingerfield, 1890. Ae 4 JAMES HOLLAND, R. A. Born at Burslem in 1800. Died in London in 1870. Member.of The Society of British Artists. The Old Opera House, London 36 x 28 This noble structure was destroyed by fire, and unfortunately the site was partly built over, so that no new building could have the dignity of standing alone. The figures in the foreground are interest- ingly grouped. ‘The magnificent sky with the sunlight gleams on the side of the building, and on the distant roadway, making a warm, sunny scene. From the Collection of the Marquis of Waterford. The Sentinel 19x 12 ee _ smoking, is a French soldier on BCE: at a 2 hoe town; evidently this post is rarely visited, as he is. also passing his time to advantage by antag a pair of socks. ss 4 Signed on the bane at back, Thay 21 SALVATORE ROSA Born near Naples in 1615. Lael -_= 37 RICHARD WILSON, R. A. This famous English landscapist was the son of a clergyman. First practiced portraiture. Was noted for his coloring and classical compositions. Traveled in Italy. Born in 1714. Died in 1782. The Cross = 16'x 20 Italian landscape. High rocks project from the right, and a cross is seen standing out on the skyline for all to see and pay homage. ‘Two peasants are seated in the foreground; rugged trees are on the left, in the middle distance a quiet lake, towards the horizon white-capped mountains. A stormy sky throws deep shadows. Warm in color and pictu- resque. From the Wynn Ellis Collection. 58 - NICOLAAS MAES or MAAS Born in Dordrecht, 1632. Pupil of Rembrandt, of whom he follows the style in his early paintings. After a stay in Antwerp in 1665 he changed com- pletely his treatment of paintings. He died in Am- sterdam in 1693. A Brother and Sister 30 x 25 In the park of a great country house a noble youth, in quasi Roman costume, is pointing to the chase. His stately younger sister, attired with a headdress of many feathers and holding a bow, is at his side. A very rare atmosphere and decorative quality of color pervades this brilliant painting. + From the Collection of Lord Buckland. iO 59 ALLESANDRO ALLORI This famous Italian master of the sixteenth century was born in 1535, and died in 1607. He lived in Rome and Florence. He was the son of a painter, arid it is said of him: ‘His genius appears to have been equal to every branch of painting.”” The Uffizi Gallery contains sixteen of his works. St. John the Baptist 44 x 32Y% A noble youth holds in his left hand a cross carry- ing a ribbon with the legend, “Ege sum filius dei.” The right hand points to heaven; the eyes gaze straight from the canvas with pondering rather than compelling aspect. The figure is marked with firm and bold drawing, and glowing color. 60 FRANCISCO MENESES OSORIO Born at Seville, in 1630. Was a pupil of Mu- rillo, President of the Seville Academy. He died in 1705. His paintings, like the ones from his mas- ter, are Biblical subjects. The Little Shepherd 26 x 22 The young child is sitting in the foreground in symbolic shepherd costume, wrapt in thought of the destiny to come. In the distance are two angels tending a flock of sheep. The coloring is rich; a decorative panel. ; | Bought from Chas. Sedelmeyer, Paris. 61 LOUIS ALEXANDER BOUCHE 3 Mention Honorable 1885. Medals: Third Class, 1895; Second Class, 1898; Silver, 1900. Exposi- tion Universal, Foundation, Klumbke. Rosa Bon- heur Prize, 1901. Chevalier Legion of Honor, 1905; Hors Concours. Member of the Society of French Artists. Return of the Flock 32 x 40 A summer evening, the sun just below the horizon, but spreading a gleam of warm light, which just catches the backs of the sheep that are returning to the fold. A peasant woman and little child are walking beside the sheep and the faithful sheep dog is on guard. A village, trees and low hills are in the distance. Signed, Bouche, 1905. SIR EDWIN H. LANDSEER, R. A. Born in London, 1802. Studied undes iie aan John. His first appearance in public occurred in — - 1815. R.A. in 1831. He died in 1873. Justly famous as an animal painter. Mere Dog | cn Bees Il x 14 This clever study by this eminent animal painter probably made for a large painting. ‘Paitin Signed, E. L. SECOND EVENING'S SALE THURSDAY, JANUARY 26th Beginning promptly at 8.15 o'clock a nesiconaticy teste PP N 0 108 The Parrot Sir John Opi pie, R, A. 63 G. H. STORY Well-known New York artist. Curator of the Metropolitan Museum. Don’t Count Your Chickens Before Your Eggs Are Hatched 17 x 10% A youth is climbing down a ladder from the hay- loft, where a hen has unconsiderately been sitting on her eggs. The lad has stolen the eggs and placed them in his hat, from which they are dropping as he descends. The chicken is very perturbed and is fly- ing to the ground. Signed, G. H. Story, °93. 64 PAUL SEIGNAC A painter of ideal heads and children, whack he "4 handles skillfully. Mention Honorable, Paris, 1889. Hors Concours, 1892. oe Childhood 13% x 10% In an old-fashioned tiled kitchen two little girls are playing cherry earrings, and one is showing the other how beautiful she has become, in a small hand mirror. On the floor a basket of flowers gives a fine note of color. Signed, Seignac. — Weg 65 NICHOLAS BERGHEM Born in 1624, at Haarlem. Studied under Van Goyen. A master of brilliant color and pastoral scenery. Died in 1683, at Amsterdam. Landscape with Cattle 2314 x 26 At the door of a hut sits a peasant woman with a basket in her arm; a boor has just ridden up to converse with her. In the foreground are cattle rest- ing. The distant landscape is full and rich in color. From the American Art Association, April 17, 1896. al op J | ae” qf 47 66 FERDINAND ROYBET —_— Ne Medals: Baan Medal, 1866; Chevalier of wal : Legion of Honor, 1892; Medal of Honor, 1893; Officer of the Legion of Honor, 1900. Member of the Society of French Artists. Hors Concours. Still Life 18 x 22 On a table a duck just shot is laid with some: vegetables. A clever portrayal. a Signed, F. Roybet. 67 ADRIAAN HANNEMAN Born at the Hague, in 1611. He was a pupil of Jan Van Ravesteyn; he came to England at the in- vitation of Charles I., where he became famous as a portrait painter. He returned to Holland in 1680, where he died. Portrait of a Lady 16 x 12 Prim and demure, with a wealth of auburn hair; simply treated in a green silk bodice. / G6 — 68 FRANCISCO PERALTA Born in Seville. Studied under Madrazo; visited Paris, but settled in Rome; showed great talent. His banker defaulted and ruined him, and this so preyed on his mind that he returned to his native home and died shortly after of a broken heart in 1896. “The Chaperon | Asleep” 16 x 22 A priest and his fair penitent, taking snuff, are seated with their feet on a brazier; the chaperon has - fallen asleep. Amorous glances are passing between the couple, who are being spied upon by a man half- hidden by the pair of portieres at the door. A hu- morous Venetian scene with interesting details. ‘Signed Fran. Peralta, Rome, 1874, on panel. From the George F. Tyler Collection. 7 Landscape : Sal ra Ot a | Pe lesadering through some meadows is a quiet -_ brook, scantily bordered with bare trees, a village beyond and hills in the distance with a cool sky. Lie a Beas spring in the north of France. ev i 4 hs Siened: G. L. Pelouse. CM: WEBB | American. Studied at Dusseldorf known genre painter. ees - Knitting . i 12x 9% ‘ pe iek! An old German peasant woman sits knitting. The > expression on her wrinkled and spectacled face a 2 ‘ cleverly portrayed. Ls i "4 a ra) Stamped C. M. Webb on the back of the panel. Oy . From the Bement Collection. . (7 No. 110. Mrs. Macrea, nee Roche Francis Cotes, R. A. 71 HENRY WYATT Born at Thickbroom in 1794. He was sent at an early age to study in London and became a pupil of Sir Thomas Lawrence. He practiced in the mid- lands with great success, but died at the age of 46 in 1840. The Sisters 9px lS One sister in a black costume sits reading, with her arm on her sister’s lap, who is deeply enamoured and interested in the story; she is dressed in white satin, and makes an excellent foil for the darker costume. 72 CHARLES ROBERT LESLIE - Born in London, 1794, of American parentage. He entered the school of the Academy in 1813. He became R. A. in 1826. He died in 1859. Amy Robsart 24 x 20 In a ruined niche, overgrown with creepers, in the old chapel, sits our lovely subject, her sweet, oval face is bordered by her beautiful curling locks, which flow down over her shoulders. She is costumed in a blue velvet dress studded with pearls and with won- derfully fine, delicate lace sleeves over the forearms. She waits patiently for her lover, Leicester. n at Lyon, 1846, A most. eel painter peasant life. Medals: Paris, Third Class, 1877; nd ‘sche 1888; Bronze Medal, Exposition Uni- Peasants by the River (25 x 34 N ormandy peasants tending a flock of geese on the banks of a stream. A superb sunset floods the whole scene with rich color. ‘ 74 JOHN RUSSELL, R. A. Born at Guildford, 1744. Became a Sa F. Cotes. Elected R. A. in 1788. He died Hull in 1806. | x Scene From an Old Play 46 x 38 : Resting on a red velvet couch in a ene rustic glen, our lady fair is probably meditating on the speedy return of her lover. A very striking composition both in color and in design. From the Collection of Lord Waterpark. e.8 75 CESARE DETTI Born in Rome. Pupil of the St. Lucca Acad- emy in Rome. Hors Concours; Chevalier of the Order of St. Maurice and Lazare. Medal: Bronze, 1889; Exposition Universal, Silver Medal, 1889; Second Class Medal. Hors Concours. Cavalier, Louis XV. Period 36 x 28 A cavalier standing with his right hand on his hip in a costume of white satin with a blue-green sash, a marvellous ruffle of embroidery. Very strong and dignified. Signed, C, Detti. 76 GEORGE, MORELAND, R. A. Born in the Haymarket, London, June 26, 1763. Studied under his father, who came of a family of engravers and painters; he evinced great talent at an early age, and was probably one of the most prolific — painters and draughtsmen of any age; without doubt he could express more rusticity than any other painter, and his influence has been so insidious that something of his mastery of country life still crops out in the English School. His handling is marked by great strength and directness. He died poor in 1804. The Wreckers “Off the Isle of Wight” 25 x 30% From a rough sea, which is breaking its spray over the shore, several men are seen hauling in wreckage; boxes and barrels are strewn around. One of the Needles is in the offing. The cloudy sky gives a sinister effect. Signed, G. Moreland, 1795. From the John Glen Collection, Berkeley Square, London, August 13, 1909. 1é F. V. EUGENE DELACROIX Pupil of Guerin, he made his debut in 1822. Born in 1799. One of the strongest painters of the school of 1830. He died loaded with honors. Portrait of the Artist 9x 6% With his head resting on his hand in a very thought- ful mood, the artist, a man of delicate features, but great intellect. Signed, E. D. : y) y ; Dalila | , ly f i and the Kit Cat Club. He died in 1723. _ a man of quick action. SIR GODFREY KNELLER Well-known portrait painter, bane = Cubeck an a 1646. Studied his art under F. Bol. Became one of the friends of Horace Walpole. His fame will : re- i main connected with the beauties of Hampton Court _ Sir Chas. tucae Ne 50 x 40 i This daring cavalier stands with his left arm ona stone balustrade in an easy pose. He is robed in a deep orange-red cloak, a full bottomed wig on his head and lace stock at his throat, his left hand on his hip. The face, while pleasant in expression, shows ASOBYyYUNYL 9p “fF woivg ; DJIIOABY 94} SuIp92sg ‘TIT ‘ON 79 THOMAS ALLEN, Jr, A. N. A. Born in St. Louis, 1849. Studied in Dusseldorf 1897 and afterwards in Paris; has since lived in Boston, where he is eminently thought of. Maplehurst at Noon 29 x 43 Under the skirts of’a wood at the bottom of a low hill a herd of*cattle are resting in the cool shade. The hot’ sun beats down on the hillside. A stone fence, broken in many places, shows a New Eng- land farm in a somewhat dilapidated condition. Signed, Thos. Allen, 1879. From the Clark Collection. 80 GERARD PORTIELJE, Jr. Born ‘. Brussels. Chevalier Of themOrces of Leo- pold. Is very facile with humorous subjects. The Poacher Denying the Charge 17% x 23 The poacher is brought before the Justice of the ‘ Peace in his office, and is in the act of denying the charge brought against him by an indignant peasant woman. A gendarme sits on the rear bench, and all are interested. The various facial expressions of the different characters are very cleverly portrayed and give a strong air of sincerity to the scene. Signed, Gerard Portielje, 1880. Exhibited Metropolitan Museum. From the Horace L. Hotchkiss Collection, May 18, 1895. mV 81 JEAN SIMEON CHARDIN Born in Paris, 1699. Studied under M. Coypel, celebrated for his interiors and still life. He died in 1779.. Drummer’s Outfit 19x 15 Still life; the drummer has just finished his duty and has dropped his accoutrements in a heap—corslet, helmet, drum, etc. Very strongly painted. a= 82 HENRY WYATT Born at Thickbroom, 1794. He was sent at an early age to study in London, and became a pupil — of Sir Th. Lawrence. He practised in the Midlands with great success, but died at the age of 46 in 1840." ~ Miss Grenville 36 x 28 Seated in an arm chair, with a background of crimson velvet drapery, is a prepossessing young wom- an in a white satin dress, listening to something of serious import which holds her entire attention. 16, 83 R. HILLINGFORD Well-known exhibitor in the National Academy. Painter of military subjects. An Incident of Waterloo PAE A As a proof of the rather reckless manner in which the Duke of Wellington exposed himself, it may be mentioned that towards evening almost every one of his staff was either wounded or killed, and at last the Duke had no one to send with a dispatch but a young Piedmontese gentleman, named De Salis, who was attached to his staff. Signed, R. Hillingford. =) iets 84 “WILLIAM A. BOUGUEREAU Prix de Rome, 1850. Medals: 1855, 1857, 1867; Legion of Honor, 1859. Member of the In- stitute of France, 1876. Officer of the Legion of Honor, 1876. Medals of Honor: 1878, 1885. The Baptism aan 26 x 18 An Italian mother kneels near a font with her sleep- ing child in her arms, making her devotions after the baptism. The wrapt expression on the mother’s face is well depicted. A fine early example of this great master. . From the S. P. Avery Collection, Jan. 2, 1896. \ U ei ~ ye C 85 ALLAN RAMSAY, R. A. Born at Edinburgh, in 1713. He first painted historical subjects, but soon devoted himself entirely to portraits. | Ramsay was also an accomplished writer, and many of his works were published. He died at Dover in 1784. George the Third in His Coronation Robes 50 x 40 George III. sits in the coronation chair in a beau- tifully embroidered brown velvet coat and shorts. A magnificent ermine cloak is clasped at his neck, and over his shoulders is a magnificent order. He holds the sceptre in his hand. His hair is powdered and curled. Collection of the Earl of Sheffield. 86 SIR WILLIAM BEECHEY, R AY Born in Oxfordshire in 1753. He was Pe. for a lawyer, but found painting had more attractions. He came to London and later found a patron in George III. Portraits were his fort, and his fra, aN coloring and truth to nature made him eminent. te . : died at Hampstead in 1839. _ ON Bane “ Lady Cavendish 36 x 28 A very pleasant portrait of a gentle, smiling lady in a white dress, her arms crossed on her lap, pearls — in her nut-brown hair. She is seated in front of a red velvet drapery. Robert C, Minor, N. A. Landscape 112, No. 87 CARLOS LUIS RIBERA Born in Rome of Spanish parents, 1812. Studied under Delaroche; has frequently been represented in the Salon and taken several medals. Riad /8 q wy 42s ‘The Italian Quarter in Paris 19 x 34 A street scene teeming with interest and local color, very skillfully composed. On the left, at an open shop front, is a cobbler hard at work; in the middle of the street is a perambulating cafe, with its custom- ers regaling themselves with frugal fare; animated on- lookers are criticizing them. Signed, Ribera, ’79. From the W. H. Stewart Collection. —~ were aa Se: —_— \ p : AY >. i t 7 & ¥ f 4 f f, A *k A 88 JOHN HOPPNER R. A. Born in Whitechapel in 1758. Became R.A. in 1795. Well known for his portraits of children and ladies. Appointed painter to the Prince of Wales. He died at the early age of 52 in London in 1810. Childhood 25 x 30 On the mossy ground, under some dark woods, a young and pretty child is playing with a fir cone. The white dress is very skillfully disposed, and the face and figure have a delightful air of childishness. Dae 89 JULES ADOLPHE GRISON Born in Bordeaux. Was a pupil of Lequien, a clever painted of interiors. The Cure’s Birthday 21%4 x 18 In an Old World country dining-room the tired old cure is taking a siesta after his morning visits. His young parishioners are visiting him with bouquets of flowers to surprise him on his birthday. Signed, Grison. From Ortgies & Co., Feb. 28, 1893. 90 PIETER POURBUS Born at Gouda, 1510. His best work is still in existence in the Hotel de Ville of Bruges. His port- raits are of rare perfection. He died in 1584. The Prince of Wales, Afterwards Henry VIII., as a Child 4214 x 30 A serious little lad that shows none of the agitating: and fickle qualities that appeared in later years, dressed in a very richly embroidered green velvet dress. with open petticoat, a stiff ruff round his neck, in his right hand a steeple hat, in his left a little red Tudor rose, the emblem of his race. Highly decorative in quality. From the Collection of the Duke of Fife. 91 CARLETON WIGGINS Born in New York. First exhibit at the National Academy in 1870. Member of American Artist and American Water Color Society. Cattle 20 x 32 Two cows at a small pool, coarse grass in the fore- ground. ‘Trees in the middle distance, through which a strong sky shows itself; over the distant landscape warm sunlight is seen. Signed, Carleton Wiggins. 92 ADOLPHE PIOT Studied in Paris under Coginet, who said: “He is one of my brightest boys.” All his work has a_ distinct charm. Mention Honorable, Paris, 1890. — Life Member of the Society of French Artists. The Italian Flower Girl 51 x 40 a Seated in a recess of the flower market, a young Italian peasant girl has a basket of lovely roses in her lap. She smiles to attract customers to her. Signed, A. Piot. From the Horace Hotchkiss Collection. May 18, 1895. e (CC 93 GEORGE INNES, N. A. Born in Newburgh, 1825, he first attracted atten- tion in Paris, 1861, where he had studied and paint- ed somewhat after the renowned Barbizon School, but in a firmer vein. Without doubt the most brilliant landscapist this country has ever produced. He died in 1894. Out of My Studio Window at Montclair 14 x 12 A pleasant, parklike view in early spring. Shows much influence of the Barbizon School; probably painted shortly after the artist’s return from Paris. Many touches remind one of Corot. Signed, G. Inness. 94 The son of a carpenter. Born in Cornwall, in 1761. He began to paint when ten years old sold his portraits at 16. He was hailed as the C Ke nish genius when he went to London, in 1780, and became a protege of Sir Joshua Reynolds. In 1805 he was chosen Professor at the Royal Academy. x great portrait painter. Died in 1807. ‘Girl at the Well a 56 x 45 _- A young girl is sitting and ene her arm_ ona : well head; her pitcher stands near by. She is smiling Mane gently at some passing incident. The background of aah dark woods throws the figure into fine relief. A. charming example of rustic life executed with skill and breadth. 114. Countess of Pembroke Cornelis Janssens 95 SIR JOSHUA REYNOLDS, P. R. A. Acknowledged as the greatest of English portrait painters. Born at Plymton, 1723. His life was an artistic triumph. A\n intimate friend of Dr. Johnson and Oliver Goldsmith, and the notable men of his day. His influence for the advancement of the Arts was great. He died full in honors in | 792. Lady Stafford 30 x 25 Dressed in a black satin gown trimmed with pearls, very skillfully executed; the sitter, three-quarter face to left, of charming personality, pearls in her hair, which is severely plain, pearls at her throat. - From the Collection of Sir William Cunliffe Brooke, Grosvenor Square, London. uate or ” 96 GAINSBOROUGH DUPONT Nephew and pupil of Th. Gainsborough. Born | in 1767. Painter of portraits and landscapes. He is also celebrated as an engraver. He died in 1797. _ Lord Kinnaird 30 x 25 _ A slender man with sloping shoulders, dark tur- — quoise blue coat with brass buttons, and a ruff at the — neck. A studious, pensive and aristocratic face, with light curling hair. Obviously a good likeness of the sitter. 97 | AUGUSTIN THEODULE RIBOT Born August 8, 1823, at Breteuil. | Medals: ‘ Paris, 1864, 1865: Third Class, 7878; Chevalier of the Legion of Honor, 1878. One of the strongest painters of the modern French School. He died in 1891. | Head of a Peasant Woman 18x 15 + | Head of a young peasant girl, very strongly painted. The handling and quality reminds one of an old mas- ter of the Dutch School. The red bodice is admir- ably treated. Signed, Ribot. 98 GEORGE H. BOGERT | ~ Famous American landscapist, noted for his color- ing and atmospheric effects. Born in New York. Pupil of Puvis de Channes and Aime Morot. Mem- ber of S. A. A. Honorable Mention. Temple Award, P. A. F. A., 1891. Evening 28 x 40 A mountain stream tumbling over a few rocks is in the centre; on the left bank are a few trees; a man is drawing water from the stream; low hills in the distance. ‘The sky is lit up with the setting sun, and a rich, warm, dull light pervades the landscape. 99 SIR THOMAS LAWRENCE, P. R. A. Born in 1769. Studied under Sir Joshua Rey- nolds. Met with early success, and the patronage of the Court put his star in the ascendant. President of the R. A. in 1819. Member of Academy of St. Luke, Rome. Chevalier of the Legion of Honor. Died in 1830, full of honors. Portrait of a Lady 31% x 26 A charming lady is sitting on the open portico of a great country house, with the distant landscape and sky as a background. The subject is marked by full- ness and richness of color and is of a beautiful deco- rative quality. From the S. P. Avery, Jr., Collection. / 100 CH.F,DAUBIGNY Born in Paris, 1817, of a family of painters. First | exhibited in 1838. Legion of Honor, 1859. Off- as. cer, 1875. Died in 1878. aly Landscape 9Y%x 16 . A broad, shallow pond, on which some ducks are lazily swimming over to the farm house. The sun has ie set, but spatters the sky with red-orange light in places. © Signed, Daubigny. 101 SIR THOMAS LAWRENCE Born in 1769. Studied under Sir Joshua Rey- nolds. Met with early success, and the patronage of the Court put his star in the ascendant. President of the R. A. in 1819. Member of Academy of St. Luke, Rome. Chevalier of the Legion of Honor. Died in 1830, full of honors. Lord Cavendish ol Ue ay 4s) An aristocratic sitter, with head partly bald in front, shows a magnificent dome and a forehead of great intellectuality. From the Collection of H. R. H., the Duke of Cambridge. 102 JOSE DE VILLEGAS Born in Spain at Seville. Studied at the local — school. At the age of 20 he went to Rome and stud- ied under Fortuny and became one of the leaders in Mi that art colony. He easily conveys the impression that his figures move. NS The Guard and His Dog 3734 x 23% » In the anteroom of a Spanish Grandes S$ private chamber stands a Yeoman of the Guard in rE oo cent costume of the Middle Ages, with his halbert — in hand, ready to challenge any one who attempts to enter; his faithful hound is near him. The work is full of dignity and skill. Sinned, Villesoeiage: Ee : SUB PP "1 CH 'S 913}89 pue odvospuny “9Ir ‘ON 103 FRANS VAN MIERIS Born at Delft, in 1635. He was apprenticed to Gerard Dou, of whom he got his best style. He became painter to the Prince of Orange, and died at Leyden, in 1681. 1 Lady at Her Toilet 12% x 10 Sitting at a table before her mirror is a lady dressed in a white satin gown of great richness. She is at- tracted from her ever-interesting mirror by a beauti- ful butterfly that has flown into her room. Over the marble of the table is thrown a beautiful Onental rug. An old woman servant is looking in at an open door. From the Collection of Sir Cecil Miles. 104 GEORGE HENRY HARLOW N An historical painter. Born in London, 1787. _ He was apprenticed to Sir Th. Lawrence, but after a quarrel with his master he started to paint for his own account. One of his most famous paintings is “The Kemble Family,” which was engraved by G. Clint. He died in 1819. Mrs. Barnard and Child 30 x 25 Seated in a black dress and a dainty cap bonnet, this sweet, young, motherly gentlewoman is holding her young son on her knees, who is dressed in white and is toying with some flowers. A very direct port- rait. 105 FIRMIN GIRARD Born May 31, 1838, Poucin Aine, France. Pu- pil of Gleyre. Medals: Paris, 1863, 1874. Ex- position Universal, 1874. Legion of Honor, 1898. Bronze medal, 1892. Exposition Universal, Hors Concours. Member of the Society of French Art- ists. The Peasant Flower Girl 27% x 42 A peasant from the neighboring country has in- vaded a quarter of old Paris with a huge wheelbarrow of lovely garden flowers, and is assiduously crying her wares. The rich coloring of the blossoms is en- hanced by the background of old masonry. Signed, Firmin Girard, 1872. From the W. H. Stewart Collection. The American Art Association, Feb. 4, 1898. 106 SIR PETER LELY Born in 1618, in Westphalia. On the death of Van Dyck, in 1640, he came to London and im- mediately received great encouragement as a portrait painter. He was very prolific, and amassed a large: fortune from his work. He died in 1680. Duchess of Cleveland - 50 x 40 — Barbara Villiers, the sister of the infamous Duke of Buckingham, is seated before a red velvet drapery, an arch look in her face, her hair in pretty ringlets about her forehead and down to her neck, adorned with pearls worth a king’s ransom. King Charles would rather have had the value, no doubt, than have lost his head. The flowing draperies adorning the figure are brilliant in color. 107 FUGENE JETTEL _ This well-known landscapist was born at Johnsdorf, Moravia, 1845. Was a pupil of Albert Zimmer- man, Vienna; traveled much in France, Hungary and Italy, but latterly made Paris his home. First Class Medal, Munich. Hors Concours du Jury, Interna- tional, 1891. Gold Medals: Antwerp, 1893; Dres- den, 1895. Legion of Honor, 1889. Une Route in Hollande, Effet du Soir 33 x 47 The sun is almost set, the warm light is seen through the trees and houses, which spread along the horizon. A carter is returning home with his team; a typical Dutch village scene very sincerely handled. Signed, Eugene Jettel. readme uh y BAB x Pring , i ‘Ny erent 108 SIR JOHN OPIE The son of a carpenter. Born in Cornwall, in 1761. He began to paint when ten years old and sold his portraits at 16. He was hailed as the Cor- nish genius when he went to London, in 1780, and became a protege of Sir Joshua Reynolds. In 1805 he was chosen Professor at the Royal Academy. A great portrait painter. Died in 1807. — The Parrot 36 x 28 A lady is feeding her gay-plumed parrot, which is seen to the left in a large cage. The lady is dressed in a red silk gown, with black trimming and dark orange-white sleeves. In her lovely chestnut hair is a blue band of ribbon fastened in front with a large jewel. The face is delicately and sweetly painted. From the Collection of Massey Mainwaring, Esq. 109 fe C COROT ZA Born in 1796. Was a pupil of Bertin in Paris. Medals: 1838, 1848, 1855, 1867; Legion of Honor, 1846. Officer, 1867. Diploma to the memory of deceased artists, Exposition Universal, 1878. A most charming and prolific landscapist. _ Died in 1875. The Rhone at Night etre 24 A few stray moonbeams play on the river out of a very cloudy sky. ‘The buildings on the banks of the epee river are indistinctly seen and hardly known but for By the lights from their windows. A symphony in blues. ean A fine early example. me o ‘ “Bora j in London, i in. 1726. Was one of tie oe inal members of the Royal Academy : his Portraits. He died in 1770. au | - Our lovely subject stands sweetly meditating ‘ 3 marble PRN on which rests a large ew Dressed in a soft white satin gown, thy a bluse sa The hair is treated very simply with a coil aE head and hanging over the left shoulder. This por rait was in the Macrea family till sold last year. C ty Ry} \, " ‘why ‘ Maes Nicolaas S| = Liaseed © fe wn v = ~~ ~ Ss Pr u) re = © = SS @ = = No. 111 BARON MILHALY p—E MUNKACSY Born in Hungary, October 10, 1846. Died in 1900. Medals in Paris, 1870, 1874. Legion of Honor, 1877. Grand Medal, 1878. Chevalier of the Legion of Honor. Grand Prix, 1889. Com- mander, 1890. Created a baron by the Emperor of Austria. , ie Feeding the Favorite 32x Al A richly furnished dining room of ample propor- tions forms the setting of the subject. A child is sit- ting at the table, but is more taken up with the favor- ite hound that his mother is feeding, while a lady at the end of the table also looks on with evident interest. Great depth of color marks this work. Signed, M. Munkacsy. From the Powers Collection, American Art Association, Jan. 21, 1899. si f 4 ) / vot D eaeiael ‘ed j in ak Universal. Landscape 28 x 38 A Banas. low-lying landscape, some wiht ih enced by the English School, warm and cheerful in color. Wild flowers in the foreground. Trees | on the right and a village in the distance with a sunny sky. | mo Signed, Minor. 113 NICHOLAS KRYE_ Very little is known of this Swabian master. There is a painting evidently by the same hand in the Schloss Wachendorf in Wurtemberg, which represents the Battlefield of Sembach, and is signed in the same man- ner. Portrait 23 x 17% The burgomaster sits, with his flat black hat, his cloak trimmed with fur, on a balcony. A green cur- tain forms the background to the figure; a distant conventional landscape is on the right. Signed, N. K., 1529. L 114 CORNELIS JANSSENS Called Janssens van Keulen or Janson van Keulen. Born in London or Amsterdam in 1590. Was taken in service by James I. One of his first portraits was that of Sir G. Villiers, father of the famous Duke of Buckingham. He left England in 1648. Died in Amsterdam, | 664. Countess of Pembroke 52 585 The Countess stands a captivating figure in a dot- ted black dress, richly embroidered and cut very low with a V front, wonderful point lace ruffs at her throat and wrists. A black, semi-transparent hood over her wealth of brown hair, in which magnificent ' pearls are interwoven. Another wonderful double string of pearls over her shoulders is knotted at the corsage and hangs below her waist in loops. ipod. s oo ay om” pa in Par “Third Class Medal, 1840. Hors cout | 1850. Chevalier of the Legion of Hon- or, 1846. Officer, 1856. | Commander, 1867. Side Grand Officer, 1878. Member of Institute, 1861. ss The Carbineer | 934, x 7% _ In the foreground is a carbineer mounted on his charger, with his carbine at rest on his hip; distant ‘? low hills and a grey sky form the background. Paint- ed with all the detail and veracity ay this great “master is noted for. Signed, Meissonier. 116 J. H. L. p—E HAAS Commander of the Order of Isabella the Catholic of Spain and of the Order of Charles III. of Spain, and of the Order of Leopold of Belgium. Officer of the Order of the Couronne de Chenne. Holland Officer of the Order of the Merit of St. Michael, Ba- varia. Officer of the Couronne d'Italia. Chevalier of Francis Joseph of Austria. Chevalier of the Cou- ronne de Prusse. Member of the Academy of St. Ferdinand of Spain. Member of the Royal Acade- mies of Amsterdam, Antwerp and Rotterdam. Landscape and Cattle 45 x 59 Two magnificent shorthorns in the foreground with many other cattle in the distance. Seggy flat fields extend to the horizon, showing a wide expanse of country; a cool, cloudy sky. ‘‘Broadness and bold- ness of handling mark this as one of the master’s finest works.”’ Signed, J. H. L. de Haas. From the Mathiessen Collection, American Art Association, April 2, 1902. pe ee Se ‘ ao . pee sen oe Rea jie ae hy he sada Laie abe i 7 at ‘Dutch Lady i 57 33 Cee in a very (ee and icon lace ruff, must have made many a heart beat faster. The —lady’s costume of black velvet, with the vest richly embroidered in gold and studded with pearls, adds only to the fascination of the ensemble. Note the ‘marvelous embroidery on the gauntlets she holds in her left hand. tional Academy of Dern. portraits and interiors. Died 1 in ‘1831. } Dutch Interior 15 x 13 of his De sits at an open window. wee a ‘table the housewife is darning a very heavy pair of SOX. | The walls are cream grey. Painted with strength. The finish reminds one of the old Dutch panies | work of the seventeenth century. Signed. W.. Hendrdean: (07 "¥ H “%IGBpsUO) UYOs TA PIO 94L “OSE “ON 6029 See fo | 119 _ NICOLAAS MAES or MAAS d oe Pa trccht, 1632. _ Pupil of Rembrandt, a _ of whom he follows the style in his early paintings. : After a stay in Antwerp in 1665 he changed com- A pletely. his. treatment of paintings. He died in Am- _ sterdam i in 1 1693. The Lady at the Spring 44 x 33 This charming young Dutch lady is standing at a basin with her hand under the water that is bursting from the rocks, which form a background to almost the entire canvas. She is robed in a white satin dress. $ A greenish turquoise blue silk scarf is trailed round her; her hair is dressed in the conventional manner of the period, large pearl earrings in her ears and a string round her throat. A truly beautiful, smiling face completes an entirely delightful painting. | Signed, N. Maes, 1670. 10. 120 JOHN CONSTABLE, R. A. | Born at East Bergholt, 1776. Became ; student 1G of R. A. in 1799. Was most successful in his paint- ings of landscapes. Died in 1837. The Old Mill 28 x 36 The moss-grown mill overhung with trees is to the left; the stream, dammed up, making a broad pool in the middle distance, flows from behind it. Chil- dren are fishing from the banks; beyond are low hills and a quiet village with poplar trees standing out against a warmish, cloudy sky. Very finely painted and reveling in color. : mae Fa From the @nibee of the Visca Falkland. - Pie med 121 | SIR GODFREY KNELLER a Well-known portrait painter, born in Lubeck in +1646. Studied his art under F. Bol. Became one of the friends of Horace Walpole. His fame will re- main ealicted with the beauties of Hampton Court and the Kit Cat Club. He died in 1723. Oueca Charlotte 84 x 50 _ Her crown is on a table near which Her Majesty is standing in superbly embroidered skirt; the waist is slashed and trimmed with gold and ermine, the cloak hanging from the shoulders is trimmed with heavy gold, and ermine tipped and lined. Her hair is simply dressed. A very decorative and dignified canvas. | From the Collection of the Earl of Sheffield. By: | Companion to No. 51. / oa. il a AAG 122 F. R. UNTERBERGER Born at Innsbruck, Germany, August 15, 1835. Noted for his atmospheric effects. 8 | The Road to Pompeii, Near Naples" 26 x 28 Over a dusty road a eae and four is sweep- ing filled with ladies of importance. The young daughter is returning from school. Her large valise is strapped to the rumble. Beggars and a boy riding a donkey add to the interest of the roadway; below is a flat valley. ‘The city is stretched out to the very foot of Mount Pompeii. An Italian sky at noon makes the heat visible. Signed, F. R. Unterberger. 7,‘ Va. ei sieve f Pie sm Pee ees aaa fa! oe f at bt” ob SSVI COTS fs Aes Pts GaP i kt eee Tee ting Ce A PP LA IO 0S Aad 6 (Pat iRes é ; Ve PNT Ce ew hee oe te na or, radia 0 ay a Any Farrel ae Ady, t ee , , . f ieyy POF ET SUG Saas" ae Sy ce SS Ane, Bes ; ce a at ‘ DO A Lee se! fr : Ue t rah ; é vd Titans se as, Ad! ur Aye ta f , ; dy Hep PPT ee 123 ___ JEAN GUIDO SIGRISTE | ; : 5 Bom eee A well-known military parales who oe i is much in vogue. 4 Bo Napoleon and His Generals Consulting 21% x 29 On the battlefield before his tent sits Napoleon at a camp table, with his many field officers, in their gay _regimentals, grouped round him. Spread on the table are plans and maps which all are poring over intently. Each portrait is very carefully executed; on the back of the canvas are three interesting studies for this _ painting. Signed, Guido Sigriste, 1897. From the F. C. Mathiessen Collection. American Art Association, April 2, 1902. L. LA TOUCHE. Pars Honorable. 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