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The image shows a small, round relief carved into a coin or medallion. It features several human figures in various poses, possibly representing a mythological scene. The figures are in a dynamic interaction, with one central standing figure surrounded by others, some of whom appear to be kneeling or sitting. The sculpture is predominantly a brownish-gold color, suggesting it is made of metal, possibly bronze. The surface shows signs of age and patina, giving it a rough texture. The imagery is intricate and detailed, despite the small size of the sculpture, and it appears quite ancient or antique in style.

Sculpture1957.14.470.b

An Assembly of Gods [reverse]

Master IO.F.F.

second half 15th century · bronze//Light brown patina

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The image shows a watery landscape with a house and a line of bare trees along the low horizon. The trees and house are silhouetted against the overcast sky. The color palette is monochromatic with various shades of gray. The water reflects the sky and surrounding vegetation, and there are grass and small shrubs along the bank. The water extends into the distance on the left, and muted light creates soft shadows, giving the scene a calm and slightly dreary atmosphere.

Photograph1995.63.1.ll

An Autumn Morning

Peter Henry Emerson and T.F. Goodall

1886 · platinum print

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This painting shows the back view of a person sitting cross-legged on a blue-green mat or rug with yellow details, carving a large slab of white stone with gray marbling. The person has light brown skin and dark, straight hair, and they are wearing a gold arm band and a leopard print garment wrapped around their waist over what looks like orange pants visible at their knees. They hold a small chisel and hammer, and are carving small lines into the flat stone. The right and top edges of the stone slab have intricate patterns and designs, including the outline of a standing person wearing a feathered headdress, vines, animals, and geometric patterns. The floor below the person is more white marble, and the wall behind the slab is gray. The inscription "Geo. D. F. Brush" and the date "1881" are visible in the right corner.

Painting2005.107.1

An Aztec Sculptor

George de Forest Brush

1887 · oil on wood

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The image shows a scenic landscape with a sweeping view, emphasizing the sky and rocky cliffs with tree details and a monochromatic sepia color palette. Two figures and grazing cattle can be seen on the right side.

Print1988.33.2

An der Haidnaab

Max Joseph Wagenbauer

1806 · lithograph on wove paper

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This is a drawing of a fantastical bird or dragon-like creature. The creature has a fierce expression, sharp lines, a pronounced beak, spiky feather-like protrusions on its head, detailed wings, a plain background, and is rendered in ink.

Drawing1991.62.1

An Eagle

Titian

1560/1565 · pen and brown ink on laid paper on decorated mount

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The image shows a misty landscape with an elevated perspective. The horizon is visible near the top, with a soft glow of light suggesting the presence of the sun. In the scene, rocky terrain is covered in mist with a stag silhouetted against the light. The painting technique features soft brushstrokes creating an ethereal quality. The color scheme is muted, mainly sepia tones, and the mist obscures finer details, adding to the mysterious and tranquil mood of the scene.

Print1942.6.36

An Early Riser

Francis Seymour Haden

1897 · mezzotint

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The image is viewed from a low angle, looking up slightly towards the horizon where the glow of a large sun or moon is obscured by clouds, casting a soft and diffused light over the scene. The horizon is blurred and indistinct, with vague shapes suggesting hills or rocky formations. Close to us, the dark shapes of these formations are more pronounced, creating a contrast against the lighter sky. The silhouette of a stag with large antlers is visible towards the right side of the image, partially obscured by shadows and mist. The brushstrokes are soft and wispy, giving a dreamlike quality to the image. The color palette consists of muted shades of gray and black, with subtle variations contributing to the misty atmosphere of the scene.

Print1943.3.4752

An Early Riser

Francis Seymour Haden

1897 · mezzotint (with etching?) in green

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Print1944.2.1

An Easter Calendar Beginning with the Year 1466

German 15th Century

1466 · woodcut printed in dark brown with hand coloring in yellow, ochre, green, rose, and brown on laid paper, with volvelle joined at center by a string

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A crowned, bearded man sits facing us on a throne, and he holds a sword and orb in this vertical drawing, which was made using black ink on parchment-colored paper. A three-peaked, jeweled crown nestles in a twisted turban on the man’s head. He faces us but his eyes look to our right, and he has a long, hooked nose and flowing hair and beard. A band of ornate jewels could be a collar resting over his shoulders and on his chest, or it could be that the edge of his robe is elaborately decorated. His robe has voluminous, flowing long sleeves and his garment is decorated with bands of jewels and fringe at the shoulders, hem, and down the front. His left hand, on our right, rests on a round orb about the size of an orange, and he holds the hilt of a jewel-encrusted sword upright with his other hand so the tip of the sword rests on the ground. The artist signed the work with his initials at the bottom center: “AD.”

Drawing1972.22.1.a

An Eastern Ruler Seated on His Throne

Albrecht Dürer

c. 1495 · pen and black ink on laid paper

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Drawing1972.22.1.b

An Eastern Ruler Seated on His Throne

Albrecht Dürer

c. 1495 · pen and black ink on laid paper

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The image shows a tree-lined path or road leading to buildings in the distance. The viewpoint is from someone standing on the path, with trees on both sides. The horizon is obscured by dense foliage and structures. The trees, leaves, and buildings are detailed with fine lines and cross-hatching. The color scheme is monochromatic, mainly sepia or brown. Near the viewer, tree trunks and shadows add depth, guiding the eye towards distant elements. A signpost on the right suggests human presence.

Print2015.19.446

An Easthampton Idyll

Childe Hassam

1923 · etching in black on wove paper

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The image depicts a fiery scene with a burning structure dominating the upper right section. The horizon is faint, with storm clouds above. An ethereal figure is in the clouds to the left. There are dynamic brushstrokes showing movement in the smoke and flames. The color palette includes warm and cool tones, with figures fleeing below the burning building towards the right. Vegetation adds a contrast to the burning architecture.

Drawing1995.52.132

An Ecclesiastic Building in Flames with Demons Above

Arthur Frederick Payne

Date not recorded · watercolor over graphite on wove paper

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The image shows a man standing on a small boat with a large net. Beside him is a larger boat resembling a house. Tall grasses and reeds are visible in the distance under a cloudy sky. The scene is reflected in the calm water.

Photograph1995.63.1.f

An Eel-Catcher's Home

Peter Henry Emerson

1886 · platinum print

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The image shows an ancient architectural site with elaborate stone structures. The foreground features grand steps flanked by statues of mythical creatures and ancient figures. Beyond the steps are stone walls, columns, and pyramids in the distance. The painting portrays intricate details of the stonework and light and shadow play with a monochromatic color scheme of browns, beiges, and greys, creating a historical atmosphere.

Drawing1991.153.1

An Egyptian Stage Design

Pietro Gonzaga

c. 1815 · pen and brown ink with gray and brown wash on laid paper

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This is a drawing of an ornate architectural altar design. It includes a central section dominated by intricate architectural features such as tall columns and detailed carvings. The structure is adorned with classical figures, including reclining nudes and cherubic forms, which flank the top and sides. The drawing showcases a symmetrical design with sculpted niches housing statues of classical figures on either side. The base of the structure is embellished with colorful decorative elements and intricate details.

Drawing2004.136.1

An Elaborate Altar of Colored Marble Ornamented with Sculptures

Italian 17th Century

1600s · pen and brown ink with brown, red, and ochre washes and gouache on laid paper

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This is a drawing of an ornate architectural design featuring classical elements and decorative figures. The image showcases a frontal view of an altar or monumental wall structure. The architectural element is adorned with relief sculptures, winged figures, garlands, and a central niche containing a scene with a central figure. The composition is symmetrically balanced, with detailed columns, pediments, and pilasters. The side panels hold winged figures, while the top panel includes decorative sculpture depicting ethereal or mythological figures. The use of fine line work and shading suggests precision and skill in the creation of this intricate architectural plan or study.

Drawing2007.111.167

An Elaborate Altar with the Resurrection of Christ and the Martyrdom of Saint Andrew

Friedrich Sustris

1570/1580 · pen and black ink with gray wash on two joined sheets of laid paper

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This is a drawing of an intricate decorative panel design. The artwork features a symmetrically arranged pattern with flowing curves, floral motifs, and elaborate scrollwork in a Rococo style. The central design contains a curved top arch, framed by figures and garlands. Circular motifs and human-like figures decorate the corners. A grid overlay is included in the background.

Drawing1996.73.4

An Elaborate Ceiling with Trellises and Seated Figures

Jean Bérain

c. 1700 · pen and brown ink over black chalk, squared in red chalk on laid paper

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This is a drawing depicting a heavenly scene with cherubs and robed figures amongst clouds. The central focus is a majestic female figure standing upon a decorative sphere, holding a branch, surrounded by rays and being attended by several adoring figures, some kneeling, with halos emanating light. The composition includes metallic shadings, baroque decorative elements such as swirls and floral motifs framing the center, and cherubic figures symmetrically placed around the scene. The piece utilizes a monochromatic palette of blues and whites to create a celestial atmosphere, enhancing its mythological and religious undertones.

Drawing2002.45.1

An Elaborate Rococo Setting with the Virgin and Child and Saints Defeating Evil, Heresy, and Profane Love

Vitus Felix Rigl

1760s · pen and black ink with wash and white heightening on blue prepared laid paper, incised for transfer

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This is an image of an opulently decorated architectural interior. The drawing features a grand staircase with intricate details, surrounded by multiple layers of arches and staircases. The design includes classical architectural elements like Corinthian columns, decorative friezes, and sculptural figures on pedestals. The drawing uses shading and a restrained color palette to add depth to the scene. The level of detail in the drawing captures the grandeur and elegance of the architecture depicted.

Drawing1974.72.1

An Elaborate Staircase in a Palace

Bibiena (family member)

Date not recorded · pen and brown ink with gray wash

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The image displays swirling lines and curvilinear shapes creating an abstract composition. The flowing forms resemble intricate architectural details like ornate moldings or decorative plasterwork, suggestive of rococo style. The sketch also includes elements resembling a vase with foliage, adding organic form among the structured abstract lines. These features may evoke decorative elements found in classical interiors or grand palatial designs.

Drawing2009.70.15.a

An Elaborately Sculpted Frame

Genoese 17th Century

Date not recorded · pen and brown ink with gray and red-brown wash on laid paper

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Drawing1997.57.3

An Elderly Bishop

Giuseppe Angeli

c. 1750 · black, white, and red chalks on light brown laid paper

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The image shows two men depicted in different views. The first man is seated, wearing a blue robe and dark headdress, with a long, gray beard. He holds a fabric or scroll. The second man is shown standing and in portrait, wearing a long robe and white headdress. He has a shorter beard and serious expression, and is barefoot in the standing view. The central portrait focuses on his detailed face. The image also includes a detailed sketch of a hand with a ring. The background is plain.

Drawing2003.81.1

An Elderly Jew and a Muslim Tartar in the Crimea

Auguste Raffet

1837 · watercolor over graphite on wove paper

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The image depicts an older woman from the waist up, seated at a slight angle facing the left and looking directly at the viewer. She has soft facial features with subtle wrinkles, light-colored eyes, and a gentle expression. Her gray hair is mostly covered by a lace cap with ribbons. She is wearing a richly decorated garment with layers of lace, patterned fabric, and a large bow at the neckline, featuring embroidered details. The background has a muted gradient of blues and browns.

Drawing2001.21.1

An Elderly Lady in a Mauve Silk Dress

Claude Bornet

1767 · pastel on laid paper

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This is a drawing of a seated figure. The drawing depicts a detailed muscular figure seated on a surface, draped with fabric. The figure's body is outlined with strong lines emphasizing the contours and musculature, particularly the upper body and outstretched arms. The fabric naturally folds around the figure, highlighting the seated posture. The drawing is placed on a grid, indicating it may be a preparatory sketch or study. The medium used seems to be graphite and white chalk on toned paper, providing depth and dimension to the figure.

Drawing2003.45.1

An Elderly Man in Classical Drapery

Roman 18th Century

18th century · black and white chalk with stumping on oatmeal paper, squared for transfer

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