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Drawings

Every one of the collection's drawings, in today's hang.

295 works · hang 6749 ·

The rooms are imagined; every work on their walls is real.

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Section 1, north wall

  1. A Woman Seated at a Bench on the Avenue du Bois, by Berthe Morisot, 1885
    A Woman Seated at a Bench on the Avenue du BoisBerthe Morisot, 1885Courtesy of The Metropolitan Museum of Art
  2. STUDY FOR A PAINTING ON THEME OF CALLISTO
    Study for a Painting on Theme of CallistoFilippo Falciatore, ca. 1750Courtesy of Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
  3. The image shows various shapes and lines within a square border. In the center, there is an abstract circular pattern resembling a stylized floral design. The inner circle contains leaf-like shapes in green, surrounded by a ring resembling petals or decorative motifs. The overall effect is similar to a decorative shield or medallion. The background texture adds depth to the composition.
    Quilt Block - "E. Cooper" DesignFlorence Truelson, 1935/1942Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington

Section 1, south wall

  1. THE TETONS, SHOWN FROM THE PLAIN
    The Tetons, Shown from the PlainThomas Moran, August 28, 1879Courtesy of Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
  2. Three Standing Figures (recto); Seated Woman and a Male Hermit in Half-length (verso), by Stefano da Verona (Stefano di Giovanni d'Arbosio di Francia), 1435–38
    Three Standing Figures (recto); Seated Woman and a Male Hermit in Half-length (verso)Stefano da Verona (Stefano di Giovanni d'Arbosio di Francia), 1435–38Courtesy of The Metropolitan Museum of Art
  3. The sculpture depicts a young boy dressed in a bright red coat, blue shirt, and blue pants, with black shoes. He is wearing a black hat with a red rim and has curly hair. The boy is balanced on one foot atop a red ball, with one leg lifted behind him and one hand held high above his head. The sculpture is made of painted, cast metal with intricate designs and textures. The boy stands on an ornately decorated dark pedestal.
    Toy BankPearl Torell, c. 1939Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington

Section 2, south wall

  1. CATHEDRAL OF NOTRE DAME IN PARIS
    Cathedral of Notre Dame in ParisCharles Nicolas Ransonnette, 1825–1840Courtesy of Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
  2. Saada, the Wife of Abraham Ben-Chimol, and Préciada, One of Their Daughters, by Eugène Delacroix, 1832
    Saada, the Wife of Abraham Ben-Chimol, and Préciada, One of Their DaughtersEugène Delacroix, 1832Courtesy of The Metropolitan Museum of Art
  3. This is a painting of a camel with a colorful saddle. The camel is centered in the image, standing against a plain, light-colored background. The animal is drawn with careful attention to detail, showcasing its distinctive humps, elongated neck, and slender legs. It is adorned with a vibrant saddle that features bright orange and red tones. The simplicity of the background emphasizes the camel.
    Bank CamelWilliam O. Fletcher, c. 1940Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington

Section 2, north wall

  1. The image shows a dense, forested area with towering trees. The composition leads the eye along a pathway into the distance, without a distinct horizon line. The intricate brushstrokes depict the texture and foliage of the trees, suggesting movement and light filtering through the leaves. The color palette is rich and earthy, with shades of green, brown, yellow, and orange, creating a vibrant yet tranquil atmosphere emphasizing light and shadow.
    Rays of Sunlight Striking a Woodland PathFriedrich Salathé, c. 1815Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington
  2. TROPHY WITH ECCLESIASTICAL OBJECTS
    Trophy with Ecclesiastical ObjectsRomolo Achille Liverani, 1830–1850Courtesy of Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
  3. The image shows a large wooden chest with intricate floral patterns on the front panels. The color palette consists of various shades of brown, emphasizing the natural wood tones. The chest is centrally positioned on a plain background with subtle shadows indicating it is slightly elevated.
    ChestIrving I. Smith, c. 1936Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington

Section 3, north wall

  1. The image shows a large, rusted ax with a curved brown handle placed diagonally across the canvas. The color palette consists of muted browns and beiges, highlighting the aged appearance of the ax. Beneath the ax, there is a faint outline sketch of a similar object, and the artist's signature is located to the right of the sketch. The ax is in the upper half of the image, while the sketch and signature are in the center-bottom section.
    Dumb IronAlfonso Moreno, c. 1938Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington
  2. BALCONY
    BalconyRobert Frederick Blum, 1880Courtesy of Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum

Section 3, south wall

  1. This is a drawing of three decorative bonnets. The drawing features three different hat designs, each embellished with lace, ribbon, and bow details. The upper left bonnet is adorned with pink hues and intricate lace, displaying a floral-like bow. The top right bonnet showcases a turquoise ribbon and bow, surrounded by soft lace. The lower bonnet is in grayscale, with shadowing for dimension, featuring a checkered ribbon. Each hat is detailed with line work and shading, conveying elegance.
    CapsUnrecorded American maker, 1935/1942Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington
  2. Portrait of Alain de Coëtivy (1407–1474), by Jean Fouquet, ca. 1451–55
    Portrait of Alain de Coëtivy (1407–1474)Jean Fouquet, ca. 1451–55Courtesy of The Metropolitan Museum of Art