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The image shows a dense, wooded area with a castle on a hill in the distance. The horizon is low, with the castle towers marking it. The painting has textured brushstrokes depicting trees and rocks. The color palette is mostly sepia tones, with shades of brown and hints of gray. Tall trees frame the scene, and a mountain range rises behind the castle in the misty sky.

Drawing2006.153.1

Alpine Castle above a Wooded Lake

Maxime Lalanne

c. 1870 · charcoal with stumping,scraping, erasing and wetting, and white chalk on beige laid paper, laid down

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The image depicts a house in the center, with two figures nearby - one working with a tool and the other standing. In the background, mountain shapes are visible. The style includes rough brushstrokes and a limited monochromatic color palette from light grays to dark blacks.

Print2012.92.722

Alpine Huts in Fog

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

1920 · etching

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The image is an intricately detailed print depicting a vast landscape viewed from an elevated perspective. The horizon is placed high in the image, allowing for an expansive view of the terrain below. To the far distance, the landscape rises into cliffs and outcroppings, with some small buildings and structures perched upon them. The point of view encompasses a large area, revealing a winding path that ascends towards a rocky formation. The print is created using fine, detailed line work typical of etching, with hatching and cross-hatching employed to render the textures of the rocky surfaces and the foliage. The color palette is monochromatic, relying on the contrast between black ink and the light tan color of the paper to portray depth and texture. Close to us, on the right, a group of travelers with packs interact with one another, while a cluster of trees adds a delicate balance to the scene. Beyond, a valley with a narrow river meanders through the landscape, drawing the eye toward the dramatic rock formations and distant buildings. In the sky, a few birds are seen flying amidst clouds.

Print1964.8.411

Alpine Landscape

Johannes and Lucas van Doetechum after Pieter Bruegel the Elder

c. 1555/1557 · etching and engraving on laid paper

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The image depicts a landscape with tall evergreen trees in the foreground. In the background, there are hills, mountains, and a sky with some mist or clouds. The trees are detailed with soft brushstrokes, while the mountains are portrayed with lighter strokes. The color palette includes various shades of green, muted grays and blues, and a pale sky. Near us, there are rough outlines of grazing animals and a person.

Drawing1984.1.23

Alpine Landscape

Friedrich Salathé

1814 · watercolor and black wash over graphite on wove paper

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The image shows a landscape with rugged terrain, architectural elements, and natural features. The view is from an elevated perspective, showcasing distant hills, castles, and a sepia-toned color palette. The painting features intricate detailing of rocky outcrops and architectural stonework, with a castle-like structure on the right, surrounded by trees and a winding pathway. Smaller buildings and towers dot the landscape, leading to hills under a cloudy sky in the background.

Print2018.91.32

Alpine Landscape

François-Philippe Charpentier, after Paul Bril

1762/1766 · aquatint and etching printed in brown on laid paper

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Two large dogs approach a man lying unconscious and mostly buried in the snow in this horizontal painting. The head of the man comes toward us, at the lower center of the composition, and the dogs are close to us. In the center of the painting, a large tan and white dog has short, glossy fur and floppy ears, and its jowly mouth hangs open with the pink tongue visible. It paws at the snow partially covering most of the body of the man, who wears an olive-green coat with a fur collar and white shirt. The dog looks up to our right, and its body and white-tipped tail recede diagonally into the picture to the left. There is a red blanket with black edging over the dog’s back, and the hound wears a wide, fur-lined silver collar ornamented with metalwork lions and bells. The second dog, a dark brown brindle color, sits to the immediate left of the first dog. It gazes down at the prone person and bends its head down to lick a bare pale, pink hand that protrudes from under the snow. The brindle dog wears a small barrel around its neck on a brown buckled leather collar. The man’s dark brown hair falls over the snow. His pale gray face is upward, and his shoulders are visible while his arms splay out, and the rest of his body, extending into the picture, is covered with snow. The man’s eyes are closed. His right hand, in a tan leather glove, reaches toward us from the snow, while a green velvet cap with a red ribbon lies under the hand. The scene is enclosed by large, angular, steel and blue-gray boulders and rock formations, with two craggy pine trees above. Beyond lies a mountain landscape with a V-shaped pass at the center top framed by the steep ascent of jagged, snowy hillsides and a sliver of blue sky. A blocky stone building is nestled in among the crags to our right. On a path leading from the building, three bearded men wearing black caps and robes hurry toward the dogs. The nearest of them holds up a staff with a cross on the top and waves or signals to the men farther back along the path.

Painting2019.120.1

Alpine Mastiffs Reanimating a Distressed Traveler

Sir Edwin Landseer

1820 · oil on canvas

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The image depicts a landscape with rugged mountains, swirling clouds, and structures nestled among rocky terrain. The bold, expressive lines and stark black and white color palette emphasize the dramatic forms and shadows.

Print2012.92.137

Alpine Pasture

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

1918 · woodcut printed in black

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The image depicts a woman from the waist up, seated and holding a piece of lacework. She faces slightly to her right, with a direct gaze. Her facial features include deep-set eyes, a pronounced nose, and slightly pursed lips. She wears a white cap with lace edges and an olive-green dress with long sleeves. A white shawl drapes over her dress and is tied into a bow at the front. She wears a string of pearls around her neck. Beside her is a table with a decorative cloth featuring floral motifs. The background is a plain, muted tone.

Painting1953.5.53

Alsa Slade

Ammi Phillips

1816 · oil on canvas

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Painting1963.10.32

Alsatian Girl

Jean-Jacques Henner

1873 · oil on wood

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The image features a riverside pavilion overlooking a river scene. Architectural elements and nautical life are detailed. The horizon shows distant city structures and smokestacks. There are intricate buildings on the water with turrets and flags. The brushstrokes are refined and precise, emphasizing architectural details. The color palette consists of muted tones like greys. Close to the pavilion, small boats with figures are on the water. In the distance, more boats are visible along with a cityscape.

Portfolio1977.69.4

Alsterlust

Fritz Stoltenberg

1893 · watercolor

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This is a painting of two mechanical devices with trumpet-like horns. One device is circular with horns attached around the perimeter on a rotating frame. The other device has a vertical stacked arrangement of horns on a wooden frame. Both devices are made of green painted wood and metal elements. The background is plain.

Index of American Design1943.8.6703

Altar Chimes

David P Willoughby

c. 1936 · watercolor, colored pencil, pen and ink, and graphite on paper

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The image displays a rustic wooden stand with a vertical post holding a circular metal ring embellished with six evenly spaced bell-shaped objects. The color scheme includes muted earth tones such as browns and greens, with metallic touches on the bells. The stand is placed at the center, situated on an unevenly shaped wooden base. The bells encircle the ring symmetrically. The background is a neutral shade of off-white or light beige.

Index of American Design1943.8.6944

Altar Chimes

Geoffrey Holt and Harry Mann Waddell

c. 1939 · watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

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The image displays a wooden wheel with a metal framework and small bell-like objects attached to its perimeter, mounted on a wooden stand. The color palette consists of mostly brown, beige, and metallic gray tones. The object is centered against a light-colored background, with a signature located below and slightly to the right of the wheel's base.

Index of American Design1943.8.6704

Altar Chimes on Wheel

Cornelius Christoffels

1941 · watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

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This is a painting of a wooden machine wheel on a stand. The image shows a detailed depiction of a wooden contraption featuring a large wheel with protruding conical pegs mounted on a supportive frame, all resting on thick, wooden beams. The wheel is crafted with wooden planks reinforcing the round shape, while the conical pegs suggest a possible use in generating or harnessing motion. The machine is highlighted against a plain background, ensuring the details of the wood's texture and craftsmanship are the central focus.

Index of American Design1943.8.6918

Altar Chimes on Wheel

William Kieckhofel

c. 1941 · watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

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This sculpture is a cross on a highly detailed base. Most of the cross is transparent, similar to clear glass or crystal, while its ends are decorated with gold and colorful jewels in the shape of small crowns. The cross is connected to the base with more gold, which is then connected to a clear stem. The base is also transparent and appears to feature etched figures on horseback under tall trees. The bottom of the base has a ring of gold encrusted with jewels in shades of pink and green.

Decorative Art1942.9.294

Altar Cross

Attributed to Saracchi Workshop (foot); Western European 19th Century (cross and its mounts)

c. 1590 (foot); mid to late 19th century (cross and its mounts) · rock crystal, enameled gold, 3 beryls, 46 spinels, and 11 emeralds

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The image shows a wooden cabinet with an overhanging roof and double doors. The structure is primarily a warm brown color with lighter accents on the frame. It is placed centrally against a plain off-white background.

Index of American Design1943.8.6584

Altar for Chinese Temple

Vera Van Voris

c. 1939 · watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard

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This is a drawing of an architectural setting. The drawing showcases a grand building facade with classical architectural elements, such as columns, arches, and decorative details. At the top of the structure, there is a large crown and several sculptures of figures positioned on the roof and ledges. The central part of the building's facade leads to an entrance or a throne area. Around the building, there is a gathering of people suggesting an event or ceremony. The intricate details depict a scene that captures the grandeur and formality of the environment.

Print1981.13.1

Altar for Corpus Christi Day

Stefano Della Bella

probably 1648 · etching

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This is a photograph of a bronze medallion with intricate designs and inscriptions. The medallion features a central motif of military and musical objects, including a helmet, a trumpet, and other instrument-like figures, set against a radiating background. Below this scene, there are decorative architectural elements that frame an inscription which includes text and some initials. The edges of the medallion are decorated with floral and leafy motifs in relief. The presence of green patina suggests age and historical significance.

Sculpture2002.146.19.b

Altar of Fame [reverse]

Georg Christian Waechter

1770 · bronze

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This is a drawing of an ornate diptych with two sculpted portraits on two vertical panels with arch-shaped tops. Each panel features a sculpted portrait of a figure in a classical style, possibly representing allegorical or religious figures. The left panel shows a bearded figure with an intense expression holding an object that resembles a scroll or tablet. The right panel features a figure holding a chalice. Both figures have intricate script written upon the objects they hold. Inscriptions below each figure are framed by ornate scrollwork. The base and top of the panels include additional script resembling passages written in old manuscripts.

Drawing1990.32.1

Altar of the Christian Faith

Hermann tom Ring

1561 · pen and black ink with gray wash and blue watercolor on laid paper mounted and folded to form miniature design for a triptych alterpiece; script in pen and brown ink

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This is a painting of a wooden architectural structure with Gothic arches. The image displays a rectangular wooden frame with two vertical supports dividing it into three sections. The top of the frame features three pointed Gothic arches curving from the vertical supports. The wood appears weathered with brown tones. The craftsmanship of the arches reflects a Gothic architectural style often seen in cathedrals and historic buildings. The background is plain, focusing attention on the wooden structure. This style is reminiscent of architectural studies or historical drawing.

Index of American Design1943.8.8164

Altar Rail Gate

Manuel G. Runyan

c. 1939 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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Index of American Design1943.8.11909

Altar Railing

Ray Price

c. 1936 · pen and ink on paper

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The image shows a decorative chest or small cabinet with a curved top. It is adorned with intricate floral and vine patterns on its surface. The color palette includes light beige, brown, green, red, and gold. The object is positioned centrally in the image, with the front side facing forward displaying a small wooden door with metal hinges. The right side of the chest is slightly angled towards the background.

Index of American Design1943.8.6634

Altar Tabernacle

Cornelius Christoffels

c. 1940 · watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

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The image shows a small decorative cabinet with a rounded top and a wooden door with metal hinges. It is adorned with floral and abstract swirl designs in brown, red, yellow, green, and blue colors. The cabinet stands centrally, and the intricate designs cover all visible sides.

Index of American Design1943.8.17272

Altar Tabernacle

Gerald Transpota

c. 1940 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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This is a photograph of a commemorative medal. The medal features a raised design of an eye within a triangle at the top with rays emanating outward. Directly beneath is an altar with the initials "D.O.M." and smoke ascending to meet the rays. The words "PERSPICIT ET PROTEGIT" are inscribed around the top edge, and at the bottom, the inscription reads "A. SICARIO SERVATUS MAI XV. MDCCC." The medal is a warm bronze color.

Sculpture2007.124.2.b

Altar with a Burning Offering [reverse]

Conrad Heinrich Küchler

1800 · bronze

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