Blue Gray Paper Collection

Poppy Philipp Otto Runge German 1777 1810 Germany
Poppy; Philipp Otto Runge (German, 1777 - 1810); Germany; about 1800 - 1803; Cut-out silhouette on white paper affixed to blue-gray paper; 25 x 10 cm (9 13, 16 x 3 15, 16 in.)

Portrait Man Hyacinthe Rigaud French 1659 1743
Portrait of a Man; Hyacinthe Rigaud (French, 1659 - 1743); about 1710 - 1720; Black chalk, brush with gray wash, heightened with white and gray gouache

Boy Holding Pear Giovanni Battista Piazzetta
A Boy Holding a Pear; Giovanni Battista Piazzetta (Italian, 1682 - 1754); about 1737; Black and white chalk on blue-gray paper (two joined sheets); 39.2 x 31 cm (15 7, 16 x 12 3, 16 in.)

Seated Male Figure Putto Armor Paris Bordone
Seated Male Figure with Putto and Armor; Paris Bordone (Italian (Venetian), 1500 - 1571); Italy; about 1550; Black chalk on blue-gray paper; 17.3 x 29.5 cm (6 13, 16 x 11 5, 8 in.)

Head Bacchante Charles-Joseph Natoire French
Head of a Bacchante; Charles-Joseph Natoire (French, 1700 - 1777); 1741; Black and red chalk, heightened with white chalk and blue and pink pastels on blue-gray paper; 32.7 x 23.5 cm (12 7, 8 x 9 1)

Triton Sounding Conch Shell ca 1597-1602 Charcoal
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Seated Bearded Male Figure Looking Upper Left
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SS Giovanni e Paolo Villa Mattei Rome Watercolor
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Design Bay Arcade Female Figures Base Arch Putto
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Martyrdom Saint Lawrence 1557-1622 Black chalk
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Bearded Old Man Seated Left Arm Extented 1522-91
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Study Old Man 1577-1660 Charcoal highlighted
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Ceiling Design Presentation Temple 1647-1726
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Scene Four Figures Monks Discoursing 1666-1724
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Semiramus Inspecting Plan Babylon Black white chalk
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Landscape Prospect Buggy Herd Goats 1711-67
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Burdock 1820-90 Black white chalk blue-gray paper
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Study Seated Prelate Saint Gergory Great 1685-86
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Bust-Length Study Child 1708-87 Black chalk
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Mountain Landscape Figures Buildings mid late 1780s
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Baptism Christ 18th century Black chalk heightened
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Portrait Man 17th century Black chalk heightened
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Seated Cavalier Glass mid-17th century Black chalk heightened
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Two Bishops lower register study wall paintings
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Half-Length Study Monk Holding Book Long Implement
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Aeneas Cumaean Sibyl Entering Infernal Regions
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Head Young Man Three-Quarter View 18th century
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"Exploring the Shades: A Journey through Blue Gray Paper" Immerse yourself in the captivating world of art as we delve into the enigmatic allure of blue gray paper. From the masterpieces of renowned artists to lesser-known gems, this collection unveils a spectrum of emotions and stories. Poppy Philipp Otto Runge, a German artist from 1777 to 1810, skillfully captures the essence of melancholy on this unique canvas. His strokes evoke a sense of longing and introspection that resonates with viewers across time. In contrast, Hyacinthe Rigaud's French portrait man from 1659 to 1743 exudes confidence and grandeur. The blue gray paper adds depth to his regal presence, emphasizing his noble stature. Giovanni Battista Piazzetta's "Boy Holding Pear" showcases innocence frozen in time. The subtle tones on blue gray paper create an ethereal ambiance that transports us back to a bygone era. Paris Bordone's seated male figure putto armor emanates strength and power against the backdrop of blue gray paper. This juxtaposition highlights both vulnerability and resilience within one frame. Charles-Joseph Natoire's head bacchante mesmerizes with its delicate beauty. The interplay between charcoal marks and blue gray hues creates an otherworldly aura around her enchanting visage. A triton sounding a conch shell takes center stage in an exquisite piece dating back to ca 1597-1602. Charcoal strokes dance upon blue gray paper, capturing both movement and sound in perfect harmony. The seated bearded male figure looking upper left invites us into contemplation as we ponder his thoughts amidst Villa Mattei Rome's serene watercolor landscape painted by SS Giovanni e Paolo. Design Bay Arcade Female Figures Base Arch Putto combines architectural elements with graceful female forms on textured blue-gray paper—a testament to artistic ingenuity throughout history.