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The image depicts a caricature of a person sitting on a wooden structure, presumably a ladder or stairs, entering a wooden bathing area. The person's body is mostly shown, seated with knees bent, and supported by one hand on the ladder. The face has exaggerated features like bulging eyes and a prominent nose, with a receding hairline and a few tufts of hair. The man is wearing shorts or a bathing suit bottom. In front of him, there is water, in which another head with similar exaggerated features is floating. Above the seated figure, the legs of another person walking are visible, but the rest of the body is cut off from view. The background consists of wooden planks as the walls of the bathing area.

Print2015.143.253

Allons lancez vous père goutot...

Honoré Daumier

1839 · lithograph

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In the image, two figures are depicted in full-body views in a classical style. On the left, a person is leaning forward, holding a long spear or staff, with their head slightly bowed down. This figure is dressed in a tunic or ancient-style garment and is wearing a helmet with a prominent crest. On the right, there is a cherubic figure with wings, commonly recognized as depicting Cupid, standing in a relaxed pose with one hand on the hip and the other draped with a cloth. The cherub has curly hair adorned with what appears to be a laurel wreath. Both figures appear to be surrounded by a garden setting, with bushes and a visible tree branch on the left side. In the foreground, a watering can is placed near the cherubic figure, along with other gardening tools. The background consists of a simple, open landscape, providing little detail beyond a suggestion of a natural environment. The image is bordered with a line, and some text is visible below the scene.

Print2015.143.839

Allons pour année papa mars ...

Honoré Daumier

1868 · lithograph

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The image portrays several individuals seated at a table. One person, wearing a dark dress and a flowing shawl, is in the foreground on the right. The figure has their head turned to the left, with a veiled face and round spectacles. Dark hair cascades down, and a book or newspaper is on the table in front of them, alongside a glass bottle and carafe. In the background, lighter lines depict other figures at a different table, possibly conversing. The background hints at an indoor setting with walls, a window, and a picture frame.

Print2015.143.983

Allons! ... On n'a pas encore rendu compte de mon roman ...

Honoré Daumier

1844 · lithograph

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The image shows two men from the waist up engaging in a handshake. The man on the left has a tall, black top hat and is dressed in a dark coat, a vest, and trousers. The man on the right also wears a tall, black top hat and a similar dark coat. Both men have distinct facial features. The background is plain with handwritten text above and below the image, along with rough sketches and annotations.

Print1946.21.278

Allons! mon jeune ami, une bonne poignée...

Honoré Daumier

1841 · lithograph

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Print1943.3.3073

Allons, papa... encore... trente-deux tours!...

Honoré Daumier

1847 · lithograph

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The image shows three figures in full body view. There is a man jumping rope in the center, one child holding one end of the rope on the left, and another child holding the other end on the right. The man has a beard, mustache, and glasses, and is wearing a suit. The child on the left wears a dark jacket and light trousers, facing the man. The child on the right wears a dress and has hair tied back. In the background, there is a simple interior setting with a picture frame hanging on the wall. The floor displays a scrawled diagram.

Print1979.49.72

Allons, papa... encore... trente-deux tours!...

Honoré Daumier

1847 · lithograph on newsprint

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This is a drawing of a butcher's shop. Two individuals are depicted among hanging carcasses. The central figure raises a flag while pointing upwards. The person on the left holds a pole with a piece of meat tied to the top and seems to interact with the second figure on the right. The background shows hanging meat or carcasses. The drawing portrays a moment of interaction through expression and gesture. It is rendered in a sketch-like style with visible pencil strokes.

Print2015.143.1253

Allons, v'la encore le mouton qui a haussé

Honoré Daumier

1858 · lithograph

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The image features two individuals, both depicted from the waist up. The person on the left is leaning forward towards the other individual, with hands behind their back. They have curly hair, a large nose, and prominent facial features, dressed in dark attire with a high collar. The person on the right is seated, facing the first person with an attentive posture. They have soft facial characteristics, hair styled in a chignon, and wear light-colored attire with ruffles and intricate detailing. The seated person rests their arms on an unseen surface, with light newspaper text in the background.

Print1979.49.17

Allons... baisez ce maitre... tout de suite...

Honoré Daumier

1838 · lithograph on newsprint

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The image shows a tree-lined avenue with a central pavilion-like structure in the distance. Tall trees line the road symmetrically, creating an archway overhead. The horizon is low, with the structure at the vanishing point. The photo is in sepia tone, emphasizing the depth and shadow play among the trees and road. The composition directs focus towards the distant structure.

Photograph2020.29.105

Allée, Château de Grand-Vaux, Savigny-sur-Orge, the Family Home of Vigier

Joseph Vigier

c. 1855 · salted paper print

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This is a detailed etching of an allegorical scene featuring cherubs and classic architecture. The scene depicts ornate architectural structures with columns in the background, surrounded by playful and dynamic cherubs interacting with each other. Some cherubs are holding wreaths or decorative elements. In the center, there is a draped female figure holding a lyre. The setting suggests themes of music and art, exuding a sense of celebration and grandeur. The drawing style is meticulous and intricate, with elaborate lines and shading creating depth and dimension.

Print1958.8.138

Allégorie des Ecoles gratuites du dessein (Allegory of the Free Drawing Schools)

Gabriel Jacques de Saint-Aubin

1751, reworked in 1766 · etching reworked with graphite and black ink on laid paper

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This is a drawing of an allegorical scene depicting marriage. The artwork shows figures, predominantly cherubs and mythological beings, engaging in a celebration under a grand architectural structure with columns. The top portion includes cherubs holding an ornate oval frame and other cherubs in flight, while the central figures are reclining amidst flowing drapery. At the bottom, more cherubs and classical musical instruments are scattered, creating a sense of festivity. The use of line and form creates a theatrical atmosphere, highlighting the allegorical nature of marriages as a ceremonious event.

Print1958.8.145

Allégorie des mariages faits par la ville de Paris à la naissance du duc de Bourgogne (Allegory of the Marriages Performed by the City of Paris in Honor of the Birth of the Duc de Bourgogne in 1751)

Gabriel Jacques de Saint-Aubin

1751 · etching on laid paper

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This is a drawing showing a classical architectural scene with statues and a central monument. The drawing includes a detailed central monument, flanked by tall pedestals on either side supporting statues. The scene is set in a classical architectural context with carvings and inscriptions visible on the bases of the statues. The surrounding elements include draped fabric and architectural features. In the background, there is a faint representation of clouds or celestial figures, creating depth and atmosphere. The line work and rendering of details show a meticulous approach to capturing the grandeur and elegance of classical forms.

Print1950.17.265

Allégorie sur l'Erection de la Statue de Louis XV (Allegory on the Establishment of a Statue of Louis XV)

Gabriel Jacques de Saint-Aubin

c. 1763 · etching on laid paper

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This is a print showing a scene with large statues, swirling clouds, and several people. The lines are light gray against off-white paper, and many appear faded, making the shapes and forms hard to distinguish. At the center of the print is a tall statue of a person on horseback. People stand on the base of this statue, their arms outstretched upwards, one of them kneeling. To the right and left are more statues, seen from the side, that also feature people on horseback. Beneath them are crowds of people. Many of them hold objects, including scrolls, tools, flags, or bowls of fruit. In front of the central statue appears to be a pile of rubble, including several long logs and piles of fabric. A lion crouches on the left side, partially obscured. In the top left corner, figures appear amid the billowing clouds in the sky. Some of them look like cherubs, while others are indistinct. They appear to be holding a large, billowing fabric over the central statue.

Print1951.16.67

Allégorie sur l'Erection de la Statue de Louis XV (Allegory on the Establishment of a Statue of Louis XV)

Gabriel Jacques de Saint-Aubin

c. 1763 · etching with traces of roulette and engraving on laid paper

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The sculpture depicts a seated figure of a woman wearing a turban-like headpiece. She holds a scepter in her right hand and her left hand is open. She wears a robe that covers her feet and holds an open book. The figure is seated on a throne with decorative elements. The sculpture is made of dark bronze with an aged patina. It is presented frontally and centrally.

Sculpture2015.19.3741

Alma Mater (Columbia University)

Daniel Chester French

model 1900-1903, cast c. 1907 · bronze

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The image depicts a view from the shoreline looking parallel to the coast towards a small town. The horizon aligns with the distant hills that rise gently on the left and more steeply on the right. The photograph is a monochromatic cyanotype print with a color palette of varying shades of blue. Debris can be seen scattered along the sandy shore, possibly fallen trees or driftwood. In the distance, a quaint town stretches along the water's edge with small structures nestled against the base of the hills.

Photograph2012.138.8

Alma, Wis.

Henry Peter Bosse

1889 · cyanotype

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The image shows a building with a triangular pediment and multiple arches in its design. There are people scattered throughout the scene. The vantage point is slightly elevated, capturing the architecture and the people. The horizon is not visible, framed by structures and figures with the building at the center. Figures are positioned close and far engaged in different activities. The etching style shows fine lines with detailed clothing and architecture. The color palette is monochrome with primarily blacks and whites, emphasizing contrast and detailed line work. On the right, there is a large figure seated with a draped garment, possibly guiding towards the building or the people.

Print1949.5.135

Almshouse

Jacques Callot

c. 1617 · etching on laid paper

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The image depicts a street scene with a perspective view focusing on a large building with a series of arches and a sloped roof. The point of view is slightly elevated, allowing us to see multiple figures scattered across the open space leading up to the building. The horizon is high in the composition, creating a sense of depth and space. There are trees lined up in the distance behind the building. The artwork is rendered with fine lines, suggesting a technique consistent with an engraving or etching. The color palette is monochrome, composed of black lines on a tan background. Closest to us, a figure in a large hat gestures towards the scene, while other people and animals, including a small dog, are positioned around the square in various postures.

Print1949.5.185

Almshouse

Jacques Callot

c. 1622 · etching on laid paper

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The image depicts a scene in what appears to be a courtyard or open space adjacent to a one-story building with arches and a roof extending forward. A man with a wide-brimmed hat gestures towards the scene. The brushstrokes are linear, resembling a woodcut or engraving style. The palette is monochromatic with varying tones of black against a beige canvas.

Print1969.15.232

Almshouse

Edouard Eckman after Jacques Callot

1621 · woodcut on laid paper

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The image depicts a ground-level view of a group of people near a rustic building with arched architecture. The horizon is not visible in the composition. A figure in a wide hat and cloak sits on the right, gesturing with an outstretched arm. The artwork shows detailed textures of clothing and stonework with careful brushstrokes or etching lines. The color palette is mainly monochromatic, using shades of brown and black for contrast. In the background, there are subtle tree forms framing the scene.

Print1969.15.484

Almshouse

Jacques Callot

c. 1622 · etching on laid paper

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Print1950.14.540

Aloisius Gonzaga, Marquess of Mantua

Unknown Artist

Date not recorded · engraving

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The image shows a landscape with a river, hills in the distance, trees, vegetation along the riverbanks, and mountains in the background. The sky above is blue with streaks of pale yellow near the horizon. The painting features detailed brushstrokes depicting the landscape, with a color palette emphasizing the contrast between the greenery and rocky terrain.

Drawing2007.90.1.a

Along the Jordan River (recto)

August Löffler

1849/1850 · watercolor with gray wash, heightened with white gouache, over graphite on brown laid paper

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The image depicts a landscape with trees and thick vegetation. A tall tree is prominent on the left side. The horizon is subtle, created by the transition from foliage to the open sky. The landscape slopes gently upwards towards the center and right. The etching technique uses crosshatched lines for texture. The monochromatic palette includes shades of sepia or black and white, giving an antique feel. The lines represent underbrush and ground detail in the foreground, while trees in the distance are less detailed.

Print1953.12.24

Along the Marne (Sur la Marne)

Alphonse Legros

Date not recorded · etching and drypoint

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The image displays a landscape with a low horizon line, a lone figure sitting under a group of trees, and a sky above. The trees are detailed with fine, textured strokes and frame the left and central parts of the composition. The etching style uses flowing lines for the foliage and ground. The color scheme is monochromatic in soft sepia and cream, creating a serene atmosphere. In the distance, there are faint landscape features, emphasizing the interaction between the natural elements and the figure.

Print1946.4.28

Along the River (Le long de la rive)

Alphonse Legros

Date not recorded · etching and drypoint

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This image depicts a landscape with a point of view at eye level, showing a close-up of a dense cluster of trees or foliage. The horizon is obscured by the trees which fill the composition. The etching technique uses fine lines to represent the texture of the leaves and branches. The color palette is monochromatic, with shades of black and gray on a beige paper background highlighting the linear detailing. The artist's signature "A. Legros" is seen in the lower right corner.

Print1950.4.29

Along the River (Sur la riviere)

Alphonse Legros

Date not recorded · drypoint

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