Julius Gari Melchers Collection

Mother and Child, c. 1906. Creator: Gari Melchers
Mother and Child, c. 1906

"Belmont, " Gari Melchers house, 224 Washington Street, Fredericksburg, Virginia, 1927. House architecture: Late 18th century house with additions by Gari Melchers who purchased

"Belmont, " Gari Melchers house, 224 Washington Street, Fredericksburg, Virginia, c1927 - 1929
"Belmont, " Gari Melchers house, 224 Washington Street, Fredericksburg, Virginia, between 1927 and 1929. House Architecture

"Belmont, " Gari Melchers house, 224 Washington Street, Fredericksburg, Virginia, c1927 - 1929
"Belmont, " Gari Melchers house, 224 Washington Street, Fredericksburg, Virginia, between 1927 and 1929. House Architecture

Belmont, Falmouth, Stafford County, Virginia, between 1927 and 1929. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Belmont, Falmouth, Stafford County, Virginia, between 1927 and 1929. House Architecture: Gari Melchers house, 224 Washington St. Falmouth

Belmont, dining room mantel, between 1925 and 1929. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Belmont, dining room mantel, between 1925 and 1929. Photograph shows an interior view of a dining room with fireplace, mantel, door, and corner cupboard at Belmont, Virginia

"Belmont, " Gari Melchers house, 224 Washington Street, Fredericksburg, Virginia, c1927 - 1929
"Belmont, " Gari Melchers house, 224 Washington Street, Fredericksburg, Virginia, between 1927 and 1929. House Architecture

Portrait of Charles Lawrence Hutchinson, c. 1902. Creator: Gari Melchers
Portrait of Charles Lawrence Hutchinson, c. 1902. American banker and philanthropist Hutchinson was the founder and long-time president of the Art Institute of Chicago

The Goatherd (oil on canvas)
1767321 The Goatherd (oil on canvas) by Melchers, Julius Gari (1860-1932); 99x68.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Goatherd. Julius Gari Melchers (1860-1932). Oil on canvas

After the Ball, 1884 (oil on panel)
650795 After the Ball, 1884 (oil on panel) by Melchers, Julius Gari (1860-1932); 29x20.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: After the Ball. Julius Gari Melchers (1860-1932)

In a Tavern, (oil on board)
823151 In a Tavern, (oil on board) by Melchers, Julius Gari (1860-1932); 62.3x75.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: In a Tavern. Julius Gari Melchers (1860-1932). Oil on board

Hippodrome, (oil on canvas)
650561 Hippodrome, (oil on canvas) by Melchers, Julius Gari (1860-1932); 45.7x55.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Hippodrome. Julius Gari Melchers (1860-1932). Oil on canvas

Young Mother, c. 1892-1895 (oil on canvas)
1767699 Young Mother, c.1892-1895 (oil on canvas) by Melchers, Julius Gari (1860-1932); 88.3x64.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Young Mother. Julius Gari Melchers (1860-1932). Oil on canvas

The Smithy, c. 1910 (oil on canvas)
1767488 The Smithy, c.1910 (oil on canvas) by Melchers, Julius Gari (1860-1932); 146.1x130.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Smithy. Julius Gari Melchers (1860-1932). Oil on canvas

MacPherson and MacDonald, 1918 (oil on canvas)
823008 MacPherson and MacDonald, 1918 (oil on canvas) by Melchers, Julius Gari (1860-1932); 200x136.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: MacPherson and MacDonald. Julius Gari Melchers (1860-1932)

The Bride of Brabant, 1928 (oil on canvas)
650933 The Bride of Brabant, 1928 (oil on canvas) by Melchers, Julius Gari (1860-1932); 70.4x45.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bride of Brabant. Julius Gari Melchers (1860-1932)

The Sermon, 1886. Creator: Gari Melchers
The Sermon, 1886

The Bride, ca. 1907. Creator: Gari Melchers
The Bride, ca. 1907

James Robert Mann, c. 1910-1925. Creator: Gari Melchers
James Robert Mann, c. 1910-1925

Mother and Child, ca. 1920. Creator: Gari Melchers
Mother and Child, ca. 1920

The Sisters, c. 1895. Creator: Gari Melchers
The Sisters, c. 1895

A study for War, c1896 (1900). Decoration in the Congressional Library, Washington. A print from The Magazine of Art, Cassell and Company, Limited, 1900

Sunday Morning, c1900. Artist: Gari Melchers
Sunday Morning, c1900. Private collection

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Julius Gari Melchers was a renowned American artist known for his diverse range of paintings. In his captivating work, "Mother and Child, " created in 1906, Melchers beautifully captures the tender bond between a mother and her child. The emotions depicted on their faces evoke a sense of love and warmth that is truly heartwarming. In another masterpiece titled "Portrait of Charles Lawrence Hutchinson" from 1902, Melchers showcases his exceptional talent for portraiture. With meticulous attention to detail, he brings out the unique personality and character of Hutchinson through every stroke of his brush. Melchers' artistic versatility shines through in works like "The Goatherd, " where he skillfully portrays the rustic charm of rural life with vibrant colors and lifelike textures. Similarly, in "After the Ball" painted in 1884, he captures a moment frozen in time after an enchanting evening filled with music and dance. Moving away from everyday scenes, Melchers delves into more atmospheric settings such as "In a Tavern. " This painting exudes an air of mystery as patrons gather around tables immersed in conversation while shadows play upon their faces. "Hippodrome" takes us into the world of horse racing with its dynamic composition and energetic brushwork. The viewer can almost hear the thunderous sound of hooves pounding against the ground as horses race towards victory. One cannot overlook Melcher's ability to capture intimate moments like no other; evident in pieces such as "Young Mother. " Painted between 1892-1895, this artwork depicts a young woman cradling her child with tenderness radiating from her eyes – an ode to maternal love that transcends time. "The Smithy, " created around 1910, transports us to a blacksmith's workshop where sparks fly amidst muscular arms forging iron. Through this piece, Melchers immortalizes traditional craftsmanship while highlighting its importance within society.