White Chalk Collection (#5)

Portrait of a Lady, possibly Madam Van Cleef (nee Lopez Penna Hebe), (black
824395 Portrait of a Lady, possibly Madam Van Cleef (nee Lopez Penna Hebe), (black, red and white chalks on paper) by Helleu

Portrait of a Lady, thought to be Madame Helleu, (black, red and white chalk)
827278 Portrait of a Lady, thought to be Madame Helleu, (black, red and white chalk) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 61.8x44 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of a Lady)

Cliffs at Pourville, 1879
PHD30338 Cliffs at Pourville, 1879 by Renoir, Pierre Auguste (1841-1919); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

An Angel, (black and white chalk on light brown paper)
827576 An Angel, (black and white chalk on light brown paper) by Bigari, Vittorio Maria (1692-1776); 28x20 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: An Angel. Vittorio Maria Bigari (1692-1776)

Young Woman on the Sofa; Jeune Femme au Divan, (red, black
824472 Young Woman on the Sofa; Jeune Femme au Divan, (red, black and white chalks on paper laid down on card) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 52.4x71.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Saint Joseph holding the Christ Child, (black and white chalk on blue-grey paper)
827589 Saint Joseph holding the Christ Child, (black and white chalk on blue-grey paper) by Sassoferrato, Il (Giovanni Battista Salvi) (1609-85); 18.4x15.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Dancer, Arms Raised Behind the Head; Danseuse, les bras leves et ramenes derriere la tete
1196339 Dancer, Arms Raised Behind the Head; Danseuse, les bras leves et ramenes derriere la tete, (charcoal and white chalk on paper) by Degas

A Boy Holding a Lemon, (black and white chalk on light blue paper)
659222 A Boy Holding a Lemon, (black and white chalk on light blue paper) by Piazzetta, Giovanni Battista (1683-1754); 39x30.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Boy Holding a Lemon)

Head of Saint Francis Looking Upwards to the Left, (black
659221 Head of Saint Francis Looking Upwards to the Left, (black, red and white chalk on grey paper) by Barocci or Baroccio

Head of a Woman Looking up to the Right, (black, red and white chalk on light brown paper
659208 Head of a Woman Looking up to the Right, (black, red and white chalk on light brown paper) by Reni, Guido (1575-1642); 38.9x27 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Madame Helleu seated by a Harp, (red, black and white chalks)
658757 Madame Helleu seated by a Harp, (red, black and white chalks) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 78.5x47 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Madame Helleu seated by a Harp)

Madame Helleu Reading, (black, red and white chalk on paper)
659149 Madame Helleu Reading, (black, red and white chalk on paper) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 45.7x63.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Madame Helleu Reading)

An Elegant Lady, (black, red and white chalk on paper)
659147 An Elegant Lady, (black, red and white chalk on paper) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 62x38 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: An Elegant Lady. Paul Cesar Helleu (1859-1927)

Portrait of a Young Lady, traditionally identified as Sarah Jennings
651927 Portrait of a Young Lady, traditionally identified as Sarah Jennings, Duchess of Marlborough, half length, Holding a Book, Her Hands Crossed on her Lap

A Peasant Family Going to Market, (black and white chalk, stump
651831 A Peasant Family Going to Market, (black and white chalk, stump, grey and brown wash extensively he) by Gainsborough

Portrait of Queen Charlotte, Seated by a Table with a Landscape Beyond
651792 Portrait of Queen Charlotte, Seated by a Table with a Landscape Beyond, 1784 (black and white chalk, stump and watercolour, paper laid on line) by Dowman

Study of the Head of a Bearded Man Turned to the Left, 1590 (black, red
659254 Study of the Head of a Bearded Man Turned to the Left, 1590 (black, red, yellow and white chalk, on faded blue paper) by Barocci or Baroccio

Head of a Venetian Patrician, Three-Quarter Face, (red and white chalk on grey-blue paper
659166 Head of a Venetian Patrician, Three-Quarter Face, (red and white chalk on grey-blue paper) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770)

The Head of a Girl looking to the left, (white and blue chalk on light brown paper)
989992 The Head of a Girl looking to the left, (white and blue chalk on light brown paper) by Natoire, Charles Joseph (1700-77); 17.6x14 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Women bringing Children to Christ, (charcoal over traces of pencil
989816 Women bringing Children to Christ, (charcoal over traces of pencil, heightened with white chalk, on) by Burne-Jones

Portrait of a Young Woman, Half Length, Turned to the Left (chalk on paper)
659226 Portrait of a Young Woman, Half Length, Turned to the Left (chalk on paper) by Lagneau or Lanneau, Nicolas (fl.c.1590-c.1610)

Saint Francis Holding a Crucifix in His Arms; Saint Francois Tenant un Crucifax dans Ses
659169 Saint Francis Holding a Crucifix in His Arms; Saint Francois Tenant un Crucifax dans Ses Bras, (black, red and white chalk on beige paper) by Strozzi

Madame Helleu Reclining on a Chaise-Longue, (red, black and white chalk on paper)
658591 Madame Helleu Reclining on a Chaise-Longue, (red, black and white chalk on paper) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 52x70.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Study of the Bust of Giulio Contarini Seen from the Left (recto)
659223 Study of the Bust of Giulio Contarini Seen from the Left (recto), (red and white chalk on blue paper) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770)

Portrait of a Man, Bust Length, Wearing a Black Hat (black, white & red chalk
659204 Portrait of a Man, Bust Length, Wearing a Black Hat (black, white & red chalk, on brown prepared paper) by Ostendorfer, Michael (1490-1559) (attr)

Portrait of Madame Helleu Leaning on a Table, (black, red and white chalks on paper)
658550 Portrait of Madame Helleu Leaning on a Table, (black, red and white chalks on paper) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 73.7x55.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Study of the Male Figure, 1875 (charcoal, white chalk and pencil on paper)
1767710 Study of the Male Figure, 1875 (charcoal, white chalk and pencil on paper) by Robinson, Theodore (1852-96); 60x45 (approx) cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Study of the Male Figure)

Portrait of Mrs. Hartop and Her Child, 1780 (black and white chalk
651799 Portrait of Mrs. Hartop and Her Child, 1780 (black and white chalk, stump and watercolour) by Dowman, John (1750-1824); 21x17.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Mrs)

Study for a Dancer Posing, from a Photograph, c. 1874 (charcoal and white chalk on paper)
988860 Study for a Dancer Posing, from a Photograph, c.1874 (charcoal and white chalk on paper) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 46.1x30.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Study for a Dancer Posing)

The Madonna and Child Crowned by two Angels, (black and white chalk
990009 The Madonna and Child Crowned by two Angels, (black and white chalk, brush and brown wash) by Lanino, Bernardino (1510/20-78); 38.2x19.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Madame Helleu, c. 1900-02 (red, black and white chalks on paper)
823570 Madame Helleu, c.1900-02 (red, black and white chalks on paper) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 63.5x48.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Madame Helleu. Paul Cesar Helleu (1859-1927)

Study of a Dancer; Etude de Danseuse, 1873-1874 (black and white chalk on pink paper)
825456 Study of a Dancer; Etude de Danseuse, 1873-1874 (black and white chalk on pink paper) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 45.1x28.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Head of Saint Jerome (recto), c. 1611-1614 (black and white chalk on light brown paper
827552 The Head of Saint Jerome (recto), c.1611-1614 (black and white chalk on light brown paper) by Domenichino (Domenico Zampieri) (1581-1641); 39.5x35.2

The Head of Pope Urban VIII (recto), (black and white chalk on light brown paper)
827547 The Head of Pope Urban VIII (recto), (black and white chalk on light brown paper) by Cortona, Pietro da (Berrettini) (1596-1669); 40x24.5

Saint Simon, (black and white chalk on grey-blue paper)
827584 Saint Simon, (black and white chalk on grey-blue paper) by Piazzetta, Giovanni Battista (1683-1754); 38.5x30.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint Simon)

A Seated Man playing the Flute, in Profile to the Right, c
827565 A Seated Man playing the Flute, in Profile to the Right, c.1720s (black and white chalk on brown paper) by Lancret

Portrait of a Lady, (black led, black, red and white chalk)
827040 Portrait of a Lady, (black led, black, red and white chalk) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 75.7x63.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of a Lady. Paul Cesar Helleu (1859-1927)

Portrait of a Girl, half-length, (black and white chalk on light brown paperr)
990037 Portrait of a Girl, half-length, (black and white chalk on light brown paperr) by Boilly, Louis Leopold (1761-1845); 22x22.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of a Girl)

The Archangel Gabriel Kneeling to the Right, study for an Annunciation
990027 The Archangel Gabriel Kneeling to the Right, study for an Annunciation, (black and white chalk) by Empoli, Jacopo Chimenti (1551-1640); 41.8x27.2

Christ at Emmaus Presenting the Bread, (black and white chalk)
990014 Christ at Emmaus Presenting the Bread, (black and white chalk) by Strozzi, Bernardo (1581-1644); 29.5x23.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Christ at Emmaus Presenting the Bread)

Saint Peter Meditating; Saint Pierre Meditant, (black and white chalk on beige paper)
659170 Saint Peter Meditating; Saint Pierre Meditant, (black and white chalk on beige paper) by Strozzi, Bernardo (1581-1644); 35x23.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

An Elegant Lady in a White Dress, (black, red, grey and white chalks)
658756 An Elegant Lady in a White Dress, (black, red, grey and white chalks) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 80x48 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: An Elegant Lady in a White Dress)

Study of the Head of Venus, After the Antique, (red and white chalk on blue paper)
659224 Study of the Head of Venus, After the Antique, (red and white chalk on blue paper) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); 25.2x18.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of a Bearded Man, Bust Length (chalk & wash on paper)
659198 Portrait of a Bearded Man, Bust Length (chalk & wash on paper) by Lagneau or Lanneau, Nicolas (fl.c.1590-c.1610); 42.2x28.6 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French

A Birdcatcher, (pencil, red and white chalk on buff paper)
651925 A Birdcatcher, (pencil, red and white chalk on buff paper) by Laroon, Marcellus the Elder (1653-1702); 31.6x20.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Birdcatcher)

A Self-Portrait, (black, red and white chalk, traces of brown wash framing lines
651783 A Self-Portrait, (black, red and white chalk, traces of brown wash framing lines on the left and right side, on light brown paper) by Bernini

The Head of Christ in Profile to the Right, (black and white chalk)
990015 The Head of Christ in Profile to the Right, (black and white chalk) by Strozzi, Bernardo (1581-1644); 24.2x168 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Head of Christ in Profile to the Right)

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"Captivating and Timeless: The Beauty of White Chalk" Majestic and awe-inspiring, the white chalk cliffs of the Seven Sisters at Cuckmere Haven offer a breathtaking view from near Seaford. From high above, an aerial image reveals the striking formation of The Needles, three magnificent chalk stacks accompanied by a lighthouse. Nestled within South Downs National Park in East Sussex, the Seven Sisters cliffs at Birling Gap showcase nature's masterpiece in pure white chalk. Directly east of Studland lies Old Harry Rocks, a collection of mesmerizing chalk stacks that stand tall against the crashing waves below. With its unique composition and texture, it has been used as an artistic medium throughout history to depict various subjects like Nude Young Woman Sitting or Crouching Figure. Offering a bird's-eye perspective, an aerial view captures the famous White Horse below Bratton Camp—an Iron Age hillfort—etched into the landscape with precision using white chalk. In 1875, detailed studies were made using charcoal, white chalk, and pencil on paper to explore the male figure's form and anatomy in artistry. Delving deeper into artistic expression through Studies for a Flagellation: A Man Scourging and Head of Christ showcases black and white chalk alongside pastel techniques to convey emotion and narrative powerfully. Whether it be towering cliffs or delicate sketches on paper, there is something captivating about how white chalk effortlessly leaves its mark on both natural wonders and human creations alike.