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Alfred Laurens Brennan (1853-1921) for Rookwood Pottery earthenware cologne jug, shape number 123 5 3/4"dia x 8 3/4"h

Alfred Laurens Brennan (1853-1921) for Rookwood Pottery earthenware cologne jug, shape number 123 Cincinnati, Ohio, 1883 high glazed ceramic impressed factory marks, signed and dated by Brennan on the side in gold, Rookwood RP painted on the side along with the word COLOGN [sic] 5 3/4"dia x 8 3/4"h Literature: Burt, Stanley G., 2,292 Pieces of Early Rookwood in the Cincinnati Art Museum in 1916, Cincinnati Historical Society, 1978 (item 3) Peck, Herbert, The Second Book of Rookwood Pottery, Herbert Peck, 1985, p. 31 Catalog Note: This vase is also marked with the number 3 in a triangle on the bottom, which corresponds to item 3 in Stanley G. Burt's 2,292 Pieces of Early Rookwood in the Cincinnati Art Museum in 1916 for pieces from 1883. Brennan is credited by Herbert Peck as the originator of the RP logo and several examples are noted in Peck's The Second Book of Rookwood Pottery on page 21. Only a handful of these RP logo pieces by Brennan have surfaced over the years.

Alfred Laurens Brennan (1853-1921) for Rookwood Pottery earthenware Spanish water jug with decoration consisting of a lobster and th...

Alfred Laurens Brennan (1853-1921) for Rookwood Pottery earthenware Spanish water jug with decoration consisting of a lobster and the Rookwood RP trademark on opposing sides, shape number 108 Cincinnati, Ohio, 1883 high glaze ceramic impressed factory marks including a small kiln and glaze designation (Y for Yellow clay) 7 1/4"w x 6 1/2"d x 9 3/4"h Literature: Peck, Herbert, The Second Book of Rookwood Pottery, Herbert Peck, 1985, p. 31 Catalog Note: While Brennan is not considered one of Rookwood's better artists, he is noted for having created the company's RP logo and adding it to several pieces in 1883, three years before the logo was officially adopted by Rookwood. This vase is certainly one of those, although the typical white square below the logo, which would contain Brennan's initials and the date, is not legible. In Herbert Peck's The Second Book of Rookwood Pottery, three Brennan pieces from the Cincinnati Art Museum are displayed on page 31 with the RP logo, one of which has the small square with initials and date visible.

ALFRED BRENNAN, Illustration Art for Harper's

Ink Drawings, Two illustrations on paper, affixed to boards, by Alfred Brennan (American, 1853-1921). One with a Christian theme and the other showing a beetle in a floral scene. Publisher stamps for "The Century Company" verso, publishers of Harper's Magazine. These illustrations were likely used as article headers and/or footers for pieces from that magazine. Each dated to the 1890s and signed by Brennan. Good condition with some wear, soiling and minor paper loss. Each measures 22" x 7 1/2".

ALFRED BRENNAN, Illustration Art for Harper's

Ink Drawings, Two illustrations of Japanese Fowl on paper, affixed to boards, by Alfred Brennan (American, 1853-1921). Publisher stamps for "The Century Company" verso, publishers of Harper's Magazine. These illustrations were likely used as article headers and/or footers for pieces from that magazine. Each dated to the 1890s and signed by Brennan. Good condition with some wear, soiling and minor paper loss. Each measures 22" x 7 1/2".

Alfred Laurens Brennan (American, 1853-1921) - Divination in Tea Leaves, Etching, 1879.

Alfred Laurens Brennan (American, 1853-1921) - Divination in Tea Leaves, Etching, 1879. Signed and dated in the plate. 21x14cm. Alfred Laurens Brennan was an American painter, etcher and illustrator. He first studied art at the University of Cincinnati School of Design. He moved to Philadelphia for a period of two years and worked with Frank Duveneck.

ALFRED BRENNAN PAINTING ''WINTER''

D BRENNAN ILLUSTRATION ''SUMMER IDYLL'' 1892

BRENNAN, Alfred, (American, 1853-1921); ''Summer Idyll'', Pen & Ink, Young Boy laying Musical Instrument with Goats Looking on, sight size 7'' x 21.75'', signed upper left and dated 1992, framed, 12'' 27.25''.

Alfred Brennan (1853-1921) etching

Brennan, Alfred Laurens 'Alfred Brennan' (Louisville, Kentucky, 1853 - Brooklyn, New York, 1921). A nineteenth century American painter, etcher and illustrator. Original etching, title is Divination in Tea Leaves, plate size approx. 8-1/4 x 5-1/2 in. plus margins. In the margins there is slight sun toning. This is not visible in the image.Alfred Laurens Brennan first studied art at the University of Cincinnati School of Design. He moved to Philadelphia for a period of two years and worked with Frank Duveneck. Alfred Brennan then settled in New York in 1879 and began a very successful career as an illustrator for such national publications as The Century, Life, and St. Nicholas. He also illustrated a number of children's books.???????_?_?_?_As both an artist and illustrator Alfred Brennan was held in the highest regard for his art in black and white. Both his etchings and pen and ink drawings are brilliantly designed. One writer states that Alfred Laurens Brennan created ""his own technical virtuosity and an unconventional point of view which makes his work always arresting and intriguing."" ""American Art Review"": Inspired by the European etched art of James McNeill Whistler, Charles Meryon, Sir Francis Seymour Haden and others, a large number of American artists became seriously interested in the art of etching by 1875. A primary catalyst to the etching revival in America was the journal, American Art Review (1879-1881). Founded and edited by Sylvester Rosa Koehler it commissioned American artists for original etchings. Contributing etchers included such famous artists as Thomas and Peter Moran, Otto Bacher, J. M. Falconer, F. S. Church, Robert Swain Gifford, Henry Farrer, Samuel Coleman, Alfred Laurens Brennan and James D. Smillie.???????_?_?_?_Due mostly to its lavish production costs the journal lasted only slightly over two years. The finely printed etchings it produced, however, served as a cornerstone for the many great American etchings of the early twentieth century. Divination in Tea Leaves was commissioned by the American Art Review in 1879.Reference:* Walt Reed, The Illustrator in America, 1860-2000, New York, The Society of Illustrators, 2003, p. 70.

Alfred Brennan (1853-1921) etching

Brennan, Alfred Laurens 'Alfred Brennan' (Louisville, Kentucky, 1853 - Brooklyn, New York, 1921). A nineteenth century American painter, etcher and illustrator. Original etching, title is Divination in Tea Leaves, plate size approx. 8-1/4 x 5-1/2 in. plus margins. In the margins there is slight sun toning. This is not visible in the image.Alfred Laurens Brennan first studied art at the University of Cincinnati School of Design. He moved to Philadelphia for a period of two years and worked with Frank Duveneck. Alfred Brennan then settled in New York in 1879 and began a very successful career as an illustrator for such national publications as The Century, Life, and St. Nicholas. He also illustrated a number of children's books.???????_?_?_?_As both an artist and illustrator Alfred Brennan was held in the highest regard for his art in black and white. Both his etchings and pen and ink drawings are brilliantly designed. One writer states that Alfred Laurens Brennan created ""his own technical virtuosity and an unconventional point of view which makes his work always arresting and intriguing."" ""American Art Review"": Inspired by the European etched art of James McNeill Whistler, Charles Meryon, Sir Francis Seymour Haden and others, a large number of American artists became seriously interested in the art of etching by 1875. A primary catalyst to the etching revival in America was the journal, American Art Review (1879-1881). Founded and edited by Sylvester Rosa Koehler it commissioned American artists for original etchings. Contributing etchers included such famous artists as Thomas and Peter Moran, Otto Bacher, J. M. Falconer, F. S. Church, Robert Swain Gifford, Henry Farrer, Samuel Coleman, Alfred Laurens Brennan and James D. Smillie.???????_?_?_?_Due mostly to its lavish production costs the journal lasted only slightly over two years. The finely printed etchings it produced, however, served as a cornerstone for the many great American etchings of the early twentieth century. Divination in Tea Leaves was commissioned by the American Art Review in 1879.Reference:* Walt Reed, The Illustrator in America, 1860-2000, New York, The Society of Illustrators, 2003, p. 70.

Alfred Brennan (1853-1921) etching

Brennan, Alfred Laurens 'Alfred Brennan' (Louisville, Kentucky, 1853 - Brooklyn, New York, 1921). A nineteenth century American painter, etcher and illustrator. Original etching, title is Divination in Tea Leaves, plate size approx. 8-1/4 x 5-1/2 in. plus margins. In the margins there is slight sun toning. This is not visible in the image.Alfred Laurens Brennan first studied art at the University of Cincinnati School of Design. He moved to Philadelphia for a period of two years and worked with Frank Duveneck. Alfred Brennan then settled in New York in 1879 and began a very successful career as an illustrator for such national publications as The Century, Life, and St. Nicholas. He also illustrated a number of children's books.???????_?_?_?_As both an artist and illustrator Alfred Brennan was held in the highest regard for his art in black and white. Both his etchings and pen and ink drawings are brilliantly designed. One writer states that Alfred Laurens Brennan created ""his own technical virtuosity and an unconventional point of view which makes his work always arresting and intriguing."" ""American Art Review"": Inspired by the European etched art of James McNeill Whistler, Charles Meryon, Sir Francis Seymour Haden and others, a large number of American artists became seriously interested in the art of etching by 1875. A primary catalyst to the etching revival in America was the journal, American Art Review (1879-1881). Founded and edited by Sylvester Rosa Koehler it commissioned American artists for original etchings. Contributing etchers included such famous artists as Thomas and Peter Moran, Otto Bacher, J. M. Falconer, F. S. Church, Robert Swain Gifford, Henry Farrer, Samuel Coleman, Alfred Laurens Brennan and James D. Smillie.???????_?_?_?_Due mostly to its lavish production costs the journal lasted only slightly over two years. The finely printed etchings it produced, however, served as a cornerstone for the many great American etchings of the early twentieth century. Divination in Tea Leaves was commissioned by the American Art Review in 1879.Reference:* Walt Reed, The Illustrator in America, 1860-2000, New York, The Society of Illustrators, 2003, p. 70.

Alfred Brennan (1853-1921) etching

Brennan, Alfred Laurens 'Alfred Brennan' (Louisville, Kentucky, 1853 - Brooklyn, New York, 1921). A nineteenth century American painter, etcher and illustrator. Original etching, title is Divination in Tea Leaves, plate size approx. 8-1/4 x 5-1/2 in. plus margins. In the margins there is slight sun toning. This is not visible in the image.Alfred Laurens Brennan first studied art at the University of Cincinnati School of Design. He moved to Philadelphia for a period of two years and worked with Frank Duveneck. Alfred Brennan then settled in New York in 1879 and began a very successful career as an illustrator for such national publications as The Century, Life, and St. Nicholas. He also illustrated a number of children's books.???????_?_?_?_As both an artist and illustrator Alfred Brennan was held in the highest regard for his art in black and white. Both his etchings and pen and ink drawings are brilliantly designed. One writer states that Alfred Laurens Brennan created ""his own technical virtuosity and an unconventional point of view which makes his work always arresting and intriguing."" ""American Art Review"": Inspired by the European etched art of James McNeill Whistler, Charles Meryon, Sir Francis Seymour Haden and others, a large number of American artists became seriously interested in the art of etching by 1875. A primary catalyst to the etching revival in America was the journal, American Art Review (1879-1881). Founded and edited by Sylvester Rosa Koehler it commissioned American artists for original etchings. Contributing etchers included such famous artists as Thomas and Peter Moran, Otto Bacher, J. M. Falconer, F. S. Church, Robert Swain Gifford, Henry Farrer, Samuel Coleman, Alfred Laurens Brennan and James D. Smillie.???????_?_?_?_Due mostly to its lavish production costs the journal lasted only slightly over two years. The finely printed etchings it produced, however, served as a cornerstone for the many great American etchings of the early twentieth century. Divination in Tea Leaves was commissioned by the American Art Review in 1879.Reference:* Walt Reed, The Illustrator in America, 1860-2000, New York, The Society of Illustrators, 2003, p. 70.

Alfred Brennan (1853-1921) etching

Brennan, Alfred Laurens 'Alfred Brennan' (Louisville, Kentucky, 1853 - Brooklyn, New York, 1921). A nineteenth century American painter, etcher and illustrator. Original etching, title is Divination in Tea Leaves, plate size approx. 8-1/4 x 5-1/2 in. plus margins. In the margins there is slight sun toning. This is not visible in the image.Alfred Laurens Brennan first studied art at the University of Cincinnati School of Design. He moved to Philadelphia for a period of two years and worked with Frank Duveneck. Alfred Brennan then settled in New York in 1879 and began a very successful career as an illustrator for such national publications as The Century, Life, and St. Nicholas. He also illustrated a number of children's books.???????_?_?_?_As both an artist and illustrator Alfred Brennan was held in the highest regard for his art in black and white. Both his etchings and pen and ink drawings are brilliantly designed. One writer states that Alfred Laurens Brennan created ""his own technical virtuosity and an unconventional point of view which makes his work always arresting and intriguing."" ""American Art Review"": Inspired by the European etched art of James McNeill Whistler, Charles Meryon, Sir Francis Seymour Haden and others, a large number of American artists became seriously interested in the art of etching by 1875. A primary catalyst to the etching revival in America was the journal, American Art Review (1879-1881). Founded and edited by Sylvester Rosa Koehler it commissioned American artists for original etchings. Contributing etchers included such famous artists as Thomas and Peter Moran, Otto Bacher, J. M. Falconer, F. S. Church, Robert Swain Gifford, Henry Farrer, Samuel Coleman, Alfred Laurens Brennan and James D. Smillie.???????_?_?_?_Due mostly to its lavish production costs the journal lasted only slightly over two years. The finely printed etchings it produced, however, served as a cornerstone for the many great American etchings of the early twentieth century. Divination in Tea Leaves was commissioned by the American Art Review in 1879.Reference:* Walt Reed, The Illustrator in America, 1860-2000, New York, The Society of Illustrators, 2003, p. 70.

Alfred Brennan (1853-1921) etching

Brennan, Alfred Laurens 'Alfred Brennan' (Louisville, Kentucky, 1853 - Brooklyn, New York, 1921). A nineteenth century American painter, etcher and illustrator. Original etching, title is Divination in Tea Leaves, plate size approx. 8-1/4 x 5-1/2 in. plus margins. In the margins there is slight sun toning. This is not visible in the image.Alfred Laurens Brennan first studied art at the University of Cincinnati School of Design. He moved to Philadelphia for a period of two years and worked with Frank Duveneck. Alfred Brennan then settled in New York in 1879 and began a very successful career as an illustrator for such national publications as The Century, Life, and St. Nicholas. He also illustrated a number of children's books.ÍïÍ£ÍïÍ_‘_Í_Í_As both an artist and illustrator Alfred Brennan was held in the highest regard for his art in black and white. Both his etchings and pen and ink drawings are brilliantly designed. One writer states that Alfred Laurens Brennan created ""his own technical virtuosity and an unconventional point of view which makes his work always arresting and intriguing."" ""American Art Review"": Inspired by the European etched art of James McNeill Whistler, Charles Meryon, Sir Francis Seymour Haden and others, a large number of American artists became seriously interested in the art of etching by 1875. A primary catalyst to the etching revival in America was the journal, American Art Review (1879-1881). Founded and edited by Sylvester Rosa Koehler it commissioned American artists for original etchings. Contributing etchers included such famous artists as Thomas and Peter Moran, Otto Bacher, J. M. Falconer, F. S. Church, Robert Swain Gifford, Henry Farrer, Samuel Coleman, Alfred Laurens Brennan and James D. Smillie.ÍïÍ£ÍïÍ_‘_Í_Í_Due mostly to its lavish production costs the journal lasted only slightly over two years. The finely printed etchings it produced, however, served as a cornerstone for the many great American etchings of the early twentieth century. Divination in Tea Leaves was commissioned by the American Art Review in 1879.Reference:* Walt Reed, The Illustrator in America, 1860-2000, New York, The Society of Illustrators, 2003, p. 70.

Alfred Brennan (1853-1921) etching

Brennan, Alfred Laurens 'Alfred Brennan' (Louisville, Kentucky, 1853 - Brooklyn, New York, 1921). A nineteenth century American painter, etcher and illustrator. Original etching, title is Divination in Tea Leaves, plate size approx. 8-1/4 x 5-1/2 in. plus margins. In the margins there is slight sun toning. This is not visible in the image.Alfred Laurens Brennan first studied art at the University of Cincinnati School of Design. He moved to Philadelphia for a period of two years and worked with Frank Duveneck. Alfred Brennan then settled in New York in 1879 and began a very successful career as an illustrator for such national publications as The Century, Life, and St. Nicholas. He also illustrated a number of children's books.ÌãÌȉÛÊAs both an artist and illustrator Alfred Brennan was held in the highest regard for his art in black and white. Both his etchings and pen and ink drawings are brilliantly designed. One writer states that Alfred Laurens Brennan created ""his own technical virtuosity and an unconventional point of view which makes his work always arresting and intriguing."" ""American Art Review"": Inspired by the European etched art of James McNeill Whistler, Charles Meryon, Sir Francis Seymour Haden and others, a large number of American artists became seriously interested in the art of etching by 1875. A primary catalyst to the etching revival in America was the journal, American Art Review (1879-1881). Founded and edited by Sylvester Rosa Koehler it commissioned American artists for original etchings. Contributing etchers included such famous artists as Thomas and Peter Moran, Otto Bacher, J. M. Falconer, F. S. Church, Robert Swain Gifford, Henry Farrer, Samuel Coleman, Alfred Laurens Brennan and James D. Smillie.ÌãÌȉÛÊDue mostly to its lavish production costs the journal lasted only slightly over two years. The finely printed etchings it produced, however, served as a cornerstone for the many great American etchings of the early twentieth century. Divination in Tea Leaves was commissioned by the American Art Review in 1879.Reference:* Walt Reed, The Illustrator in America, 1860-2000, New York, The Society of Illustrators, 2003, p. 70.

ALFRED LAUREN BRENNAN (AMERICAN 1853-1921) WATERCOLOR ON BOARD "A GENTLEMEN OF THE ROAD", SIGNED LOWER LEFT, OVERALL SIZE 13 1/2" X...

ALFRED LAUREN BRENNAN (AMERICAN 1853-1921) WATERCOLOR ON BOARD "A GENTLEMEN OF THE ROAD", SIGNED LOWER LEFT, OVERALL SIZE 13 1/2" X 17 1/2"

ALFRED LAUREN BRENNAN (AMERICAN 1853-1921) PASTEL PORTRAIT OF HIS SON "UMBA", SIGNED AND ENSCRIBED LOWER RIGHT DATED 1891, OVERALL S...

ALFRED LAUREN BRENNAN (AMERICAN 1853-1921) PASTEL PORTRAIT OF HIS SON "UMBA", SIGNED AND ENSCRIBED LOWER RIGHT DATED 1891, OVERALL SIZE 21 1/2" X 18 1/2"

ALFRED LAURENS BRENNAN (AMERICAN, 1853-1921 WATERCOLOR "SOMEBODY'S OWN SWEET FAIRY GODMOTHER", SIGNED UPPER RIGHT 1920, OVERALL SIZE..

ALFRED LAURENS BRENNAN (AMERICAN, 1853-1921 WATERCOLOR "SOMEBODY'S OWN SWEET FAIRY GODMOTHER", SIGNED UPPER RIGHT 1920, OVERALL SIZE 16" X 7 1/4"

UNSIGNED ALFRED LAURENS BRENNAN (AMERICAN 1853-1921) WATERCOLOR FOREST FIRE, OVERALL SIZE 17" X 13"

UNSIGNED ALFRED LAURENS BRENNAN (AMERICAN 1853-1921) WATERCOLOR FOREST FIRE, OVERALL SIZE 17" X 13"

5 ALFRED LAURENS BRENNAN (AMERICAN, 1853-1921) WATERCOLOR LANDSCAPES, ONE ENSCRIBED ON BACK "AT EVENTIDE" 1917, OVERALL SIZE OF LAR...

5 ALFRED LAURENS BRENNAN (AMERICAN, 1853-1921) WATERCOLOR LANDSCAPES, ONE ENSCRIBED ON BACK "AT EVENTIDE" 1917, OVERALL SIZE OF LARGEST 8 3/4" X 11 3/4"

2 ALFRED LAURENS BRENNAN (AMERICAN, 1853-1921) WATERCOLORS LANDSCAPES WITH PONDS INCLUDING "A LITTLE WOODLAND POOL", ONE SIGNED LOWE...

2 ALFRED LAURENS BRENNAN (AMERICAN, 1853-1921) WATERCOLORS LANDSCAPES WITH PONDS INCLUDING "A LITTLE WOODLAND POOL", ONE SIGNED LOWER LEFT DATED 1920, OVERALL SIZE 8 1/2" X 6"

Alfred Brennan (1853-1921) etching

Brennan, Alfred Laurens 'Alfred Brennan' (Louisville, Kentucky, 1853 - Brooklyn, New York, 1921). A nineteenth century American painter, etcher and illustrator. Original etching, title is Divination in Tea Leaves, plate size approx. 8-1/4 x 5-1/2 in. plus margins. In the margins there is slight sun toning. This is not visible in the image.Alfred Laurens Brennan first studied art at the University of Cincinnati School of Design. He moved to Philadelphia for a period of two years and worked with Frank Duveneck. Alfred Brennan then settled in New York in 1879 and began a very successful career as an illustrator for such national publications as The Century, Life, and St. Nicholas. He also illustrated a number of children's books.ÊAs both an artist and illustrator Alfred Brennan was held in the highest regard for his art in black and white. Both his etchings and pen and ink drawings are brilliantly designed. One writer states that Alfred Laurens Brennan created ""his own technical virtuosity and an unconventional point of view which makes his work always arresting and intriguing."" ""American Art Review"": Inspired by the European etched art of James McNeill Whistler, Charles Meryon, Sir Francis Seymour Haden and others, a large number of American artists became seriously interested in the art of etching by 1875. A primary catalyst to the etching revival in America was the journal, American Art Review (1879-1881). Founded and edited by Sylvester Rosa Koehler it commissioned American artists for original etchings. Contributing etchers included such famous artists as Thomas and Peter Moran, Otto Bacher, J. M. Falconer, F. S. Church, Robert Swain Gifford, Henry Farrer, Samuel Coleman, Alfred Laurens Brennan and James D. Smillie.ÊDue mostly to its lavish production costs the journal lasted only slightly over two years. The finely printed etchings it produced, however, served as a cornerstone for the many great American etchings of the early twentieth century. Divination in Tea Leaves was commissioned by the American Art Review in 1879.Reference:* Walt Reed, The Illustrator in America, 1860-2000, New York, The Society of Illustrators, 2003, p. 70.

Alfred Laurens Brennan (American, 1853-1921)

Divination in Tea Leaves. Etching, 1879, on paper. Signed in plate (l.l.), dated in plate (l.l.). Plate size 8 3/8 x 5 3/4 inches. Sheet size 12 3/8 x 9 3/8 inches. Unframed.

ALFRED LAURENS BRENNAN (American, 1853-1921). THE GATHERING, signed and dated 1878 lower left. Oil on board.

ALFRED LAURENS BRENNAN (American, 1853-1921). THE GATHERING, signed and dated 1878 lower left. Oil on board - Framed, 20 in. x 24 in.

ALFRED LAURENS BRENNAN (American 1853 - 1921) Thor

ALFRED LAURENS BRENNAN (American 1853 - 1921) Thor at Utgard Mixed-media on board 14 x 10 in. Signed upper right Alfred Laurens Brennan studied art at the School of Design, and he later worked with Frank Duveneck and H. F. Farny. Brennan designed book and magazine covers which appeared in the Century, St. Nicholas, Life, and other periodicals. He also painted in watercolor and oils.

Alfred Laurens Brennan

American, 1853-1921 GOD'S OUT-OF-DOORS Titled, monogrammed and dated 1915 (ll), also titled and dedicated on the reverse For Kittie Beck/by Alfred Laurens Brennen/1915 Watercolor on board 7 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches