We’re thrilled to announce the recent acquisition and digitization of a remarkable collection of works by American artist Blanche Dillaye, dating from circa 1928. This newly available archive features 38 exquisite pencil sketches and one reflective poem, offering a rare glimpse into Dillaye’s travels and artistic vision during the late 1920s.
From the cobbled streets of Looe and Dinan to the architectural charm of Moret and the serene landscapes of Lelant, Dillaye’s drawings capture the textures, moods, and quiet beauty of European towns and countryside with masterful detail. Her accompanying poem, Trees, adds a lyrical layer to the collection, echoing themes of nature, presence, and timelessness.
Now fully digitized, this collection is open to researchers, educators, and art enthusiasts. Whether you’re studying early 20th-century travel sketching, American women artists abroad, or simply drawn to the elegance of pencil work, Dillaye’s collection offers rich material for exploration.
We invite you to dive into this evocative body of work and discover the world through Blanche Dillaye’s eyes. https://pafaarchives.org/s/digital/item-set/175232
Thank you PAFA for presenting my great great Aunt’s artistic pieces. I hope to visit and see them in person at some point.
I have a 4′ by 5′ oil painting of Aunt Charlotte in my living room. A family heirloom for sure.
Sincerely
Sally
Sally Michael Keyes, daughter of Joyce (nee) Battey who was a great granddaughter/niece? of Charlotte.