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Farge Collection

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Background imageFarge Collection: Wild Roses and Irises, 1887. Creator: John La Farge

Wild Roses and Irises, 1887. Creator: John La Farge
Wild Roses and Irises, 1887

Background imageFarge Collection: The Wolf-Charmer. Illustration by John La Farge published New York 1881. Belief in

The Wolf-Charmer. Illustration by John La Farge published New York 1881. Belief in wolf charmers widespread in France in first half of 19th century and was last vestige of were-wolf legend

Background imageFarge Collection: The Wolf-Charmer. By John La Farge, 1881 (engraving published New York)

The Wolf-Charmer. By John La Farge, 1881 (engraving published New York)
536130 The Wolf-Charmer. By John La Farge, 1881 (engraving published New York).; (add.info.: Belief in wolf charmers widespread in France in first half of 19th century)

Background imageFarge Collection: The Strange Thing Little Kiosai Saw in the River, 1897. Creator: John La Farge

The Strange Thing Little Kiosai Saw in the River, 1897. Creator: John La Farge
The Strange Thing Little Kiosai Saw in the River, 1897

Background imageFarge Collection: Head of an Angel, (gouache and pastel on paper laid on paper)

Head of an Angel, (gouache and pastel on paper laid on paper)
651042 Head of an Angel, (gouache and pastel on paper laid on paper) by La Farge or Lafarge, John (1835-1910); 61.9x48.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Head of an Angel)

Background imageFarge Collection: St, 1905 (watercolour on board)

St, 1905 (watercolour on board)
651043 St, 1905 (watercolour on board) by La Farge or Lafarge, John (1835-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: St. Paul Preaching at Athens. Studies for windows at St)

Background imageFarge Collection: A pair of leaded glass windows, (glass, wood, jewels)

A pair of leaded glass windows, (glass, wood, jewels)
1195243 A pair of leaded glass windows, (glass, wood, jewels) by La Farge or Lafarge, John (1835-1910); 92.8x42.5x4.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright

Background imageFarge Collection: Seated Woman, (watercolor, gouache and pencil on paper laid on board)

Seated Woman, (watercolor, gouache and pencil on paper laid on board)
650893 Seated Woman, (watercolor, gouache and pencil on paper laid on board) by La Farge or Lafarge, John (1835-1910); 22.8x17.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Seated Woman)

Background imageFarge Collection: Wild Rose and Grape Vine, Study From Nature, 1871 (oil on panel)

Wild Rose and Grape Vine, Study From Nature, 1871 (oil on panel)
1764700 Wild Rose and Grape Vine, Study From Nature, 1871 (oil on panel) by La Farge or Lafarge, John (1835-1910); 30.5x23.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Wild Rose and Grape Vine)

Background imageFarge Collection: Noh Dancer, ca. 1886. Creator: John La Farge

Noh Dancer, ca. 1886. Creator: John La Farge
Noh Dancer, ca. 1886

Background imageFarge Collection: The Nativity. n. d. Creator: John La Farge

The Nativity. n. d. Creator: John La Farge
The Nativity.n.d

Background imageFarge Collection: The Wise Men out of the East, 1868. Creator: John La Farge

The Wise Men out of the East, 1868. Creator: John La Farge
The Wise Men out of the East, 1868

Background imageFarge Collection: The Wolf-Charmer, 1867. Creator: Henry Marsh

The Wolf-Charmer, 1867. Creator: Henry Marsh
The Wolf-Charmer, 1867

Background imageFarge Collection: The Pied Piper of Hamelin, 1868. Creator: Henry Marsh

The Pied Piper of Hamelin, 1868. Creator: Henry Marsh
The Pied Piper of Hamelin, 1868. After John La Farge

Background imageFarge Collection: Bishop Hatto and the Rats, ca. 1866-67. Creator: Henry Marsh

Bishop Hatto and the Rats, ca. 1866-67. Creator: Henry Marsh
Bishop Hatto and the Rats, ca. 1866-67. After John La Farge

Background imageFarge Collection: The Tomb of Iyeyasu Tokugawa, 1888. Creator: John La Farge

The Tomb of Iyeyasu Tokugawa, 1888. Creator: John La Farge
The Tomb of Iyeyasu Tokugawa, 1888

Background imageFarge Collection: Sheep Porcupine Island, Bar Harbor, Maine, Evening Study, August 29, 1896, 1896

Sheep Porcupine Island, Bar Harbor, Maine, Evening Study, August 29, 1896, 1896

Background imageFarge Collection: A Brittany Beadle—Sketch from Nature, 1856. Creator: John La Farge

A Brittany Beadle—Sketch from Nature, 1856. Creator: John La Farge
A Brittany Beadle--Sketch from Nature, 1856

Background imageFarge Collection: Autumn Study, View over Hanging Rock, Newport, R. I. 1868. Creator: John La Farge

Autumn Study, View over Hanging Rock, Newport, R. I. 1868. Creator: John La Farge
Autumn Study, View over Hanging Rock, Newport, R.I. 1868

Background imageFarge Collection: The Island of Moorea Looking across the Strait from Tahiti, January 1891, 1891. Creator

The Island of Moorea Looking across the Strait from Tahiti, January 1891, 1891. Creator
The Island of Moorea Looking across the Strait from Tahiti, January 1891, 1891

Background imageFarge Collection: The Great Statue of Amida Buddha at Kamakura, Known as the Daibutsu... 1887. Creator

The Great Statue of Amida Buddha at Kamakura, Known as the Daibutsu... 1887. Creator
The Great Statue of Amida Buddha at Kamakura, Known as the Daibutsu, from the Priests Garden, 1887

Background imageFarge Collection: Portrait of the Painter, 1859. Creator: John La Farge

Portrait of the Painter, 1859. Creator: John La Farge
Portrait of the Painter, 1859

Background imageFarge Collection: Nocturne, ca. 1885. Creator: John La Farge

Nocturne, ca. 1885. Creator: John La Farge
Nocturne, ca. 1885

Background imageFarge Collection: OLIVER LA FARGE (1901-1963). American writer and anthropologist. Photograph, 1937

OLIVER LA FARGE (1901-1963). American writer and anthropologist. Photograph, 1937

Background imageFarge Collection: John La Farge, The Last Valley-Paradise Rocks, American, 1835-1910, 1867-1868, oil

John La Farge, The Last Valley-Paradise Rocks, American, 1835-1910, 1867-1868, oil on canvas

Background imageFarge Collection: John La Farge (American, 1835 - 1910), The Entrance to the Tautira River, Tahiti

John La Farge (American, 1835 - 1910), The Entrance to the Tautira River, Tahiti. Fisherman Spearing a Fish, c. 1895, oil on canvas

Background imageFarge Collection: John La Farge, Angel - Trinity Church Mural, American, 1835 - 1910, 1876, charcoal

John La Farge, Angel - Trinity Church Mural, American, 1835 - 1910, 1876, charcoal, graphite, and pen and brown ink, squared with graphite

Background imageFarge Collection: John La Farge, Study for Moses - Trinity Church, Boston, American, 1835 - 1910, 1876

John La Farge, Study for Moses - Trinity Church, Boston, American, 1835 - 1910, 1876, charcoal on laid paper

Background imageFarge Collection: John La Farge, Trinity Church, Boston (nave)-Mural Study, American, 1835-1910, 1876

John La Farge, Trinity Church, Boston (nave)-Mural Study, American, 1835-1910, 1876, graphite, pen and brown ink, and brush and brown ink on gray-blue wove paper

Background imageFarge Collection: JOHN LA FARGE (1835-1910). American artist

JOHN LA FARGE (1835-1910). American artist. Oil on canvas, 1900, by Augustus Vincent Tack



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"Farge: A Journey Through the Artistic World of John La Farge" Step into the enchanting world of John La Farge, a renowned artist whose works continue to captivate audiences even today. In 1881, he unveiled "The Wolf-Charmer, " an illustration that showcased his exceptional talent and imagination. This piece, published in New York, exemplified his belief in the power of art to transport viewers to another realm. One cannot help but be mesmerized by "The Bridge, " a masterpiece created by La Farge. With each brushstroke, he effortlessly captured the essence of serenity and tranquility found within this architectural marvel, and is as if one can hear the gentle flow of water beneath its arches. In 1897, Little Kiosai witnessed something truly extraordinary in "The Strange Thing Little Kiosai Saw in the River. " Through La Farge's skillful use of color and composition, we are transported into this young boy's world where reality blends seamlessly with fantasy. "The Head of an Angel" showcases La Farge's mastery over various mediums. Using gouache and pastel on paper laid on paper, he brings forth ethereal beauty that seems almost otherworldly. The delicate features evoke a sense of divine presence that leaves us awestruck. La Farge's ability to breathe life into his subjects shines through in "The Harpist. " With watercolor, gouache, and pencil on paper, he captures not only the musician's skill but also her emotions as she creates melodies that resonate deep within our souls. In 1905 came "St, " a stunning watercolor on board that transports us to a place steeped in history and spirituality. The intricate details invite us to explore every nook and cranny while immersing ourselves in its sacred atmosphere. Leaded glass windows take center stage with their exquisite craftsmanship in "A Pair of Leaded Glass Windows.