National Gallery of Art · Open Data

Search the collection.

Explore only works whose published-image record is explicitly marked open access by the National Gallery of Art. Every result includes eligible imagery and connects back to the museum.

Collection results

63,855 open-access works

63,855 NGA-open-access works
Dataset refreshed September 19, 2026

The image displays an abstract design featuring interconnected blobs and thin meandering lines in shades of orange, black, and hints of blue, resembling pebbles or puddles.

Volume1985.61.2517

An Essay on British Cottage Architecture

James Malton (author)

published 1798 · 1 vol: ill:

Open full record

Painting2015.19.86

An Evening Halt - Emigrants Moving to the West in 1840

Benjamin Franklin Reinhart

1867 · oil on canvas

Open full record

The image shows a landscape drawing with a ground-level point of view. The scene depicts a cluster of tall, slender trees dominating the view, with buildings and a distant structure visible in the background. The drawing is executed in shades of grey with soft and fluid brushstrokes, creating a sense of lightness and airiness. The monochromatic palette conveys a serene and calming visual effect, with subtle contrasts between light and shadow defining the elements in the image.

Drawing2009.70.118

An Evening Landscape with a Distant Cathedral

Myles Birket Foster

Date not recorded · graphite on wove paper

Open full record

The image shows a farm vehicle loaded with hay, pulled by horses with figures seated on top and walking alongside. The landscape is lush with trees and shrubs, featuring a high horizon line and distant buildings or fields. The color palette is predominantly grey.

Drawing2009.70.119

An Evening Landscape with a Hay Wagon

Myles Birket Foster

Date not recorded · graphite with touches of pen and black ink, heightened with white gouache on wove paper

Open full record

The image shows a landscape viewed from a slightly elevated perspective. Trees are silhouetted against the sky, with the horizon placed low in the composition. The scene features detailed pencil or graphite strokes to illustrate the branches and leaves of the trees. The sketch is monochromatic, using various shades of gray to create depth and texture. The closest trees have sparse branches, blending out into the sky. In the distance, a gradient suggests a lighter sky, creating contrast with the foreground foliage. The overall mood is serene, with a balance of light and shadow.

Drawing2009.70.120

An Evening Landscape with Tall Trees

Myles Birket Foster

Date not recorded · graphite with touches of pen and brown ink on wove paper

Open full record

The image displays a landscape seen from a high point. A tree-lined path extends into the distance, with the horizon centered in the frame showing distant architecture and rolling hills. The composition features detailed etching with fine lines and cross-hatching for texture. Closest to the viewer, dense trees line the path, casting intricate shadows. A figure walks along the path, with seated figures in the corner. The color scheme is primarily sepia and dark browns.

Print1996.133.1

An Evening Stroll

Ferdinand Kobell

1777 · etching on wove paper

Open full record

The image shows a woodland scene with tall tree trunks closely spaced together. The horizon is hidden by more trees, and two figures stand among them. The figures appear silhouetted against a bright light source coming from behind. The art style features textured brushwork with fine strokes, creating an impressionistic look. The color scheme is monochromatic with shades of black, gray, and white. In the foreground, there is a small reflective pool of water mirroring tree branches. The background is dense with more trees, enveloping the figures in seclusion.

Print2008.115.3061

An Evening Walk

William Langson Lathrop

1886 · etching and drypoint

Open full record

The image shows a landscape with various elements. There are large trees and rugged foliage in the foreground, leading to a horizon with mountains and fading landscapes. The horizon sits halfway up the image, where land meets the sky with clouds. The brushwork is detailed, capturing textures of trees and rocky terrain. The color scheme is warm sepia tones. Shadows and highlights add depth. In the distance, a small arched bridge crosses water, connecting dense trees to hills leading to the horizon.

Drawing2022.40.1

An Extensive River Landscape

Alexander Cozens

c. 1759 · pen and black ink with gray and black wash, varnished

Open full record

The image shows an elevated point of view overlooking a vast landscape. The horizon is high, with distant hills or mountains barely visible. The brushstrokes are gentle and fluid, giving the painting a soft quality. The color palette is muted, with soft whites, beige, green, and pink. The foreground shows subtle variations in color suggesting grassy and earthy textures. A cluster of trees is on the left, adding depth. In the distance, the landscape extends under a cloudy sky, blending with the background's muted tones.

Drawing2000.74.2

An Extensive View in Shropshire

Cornelius Varley

1803 · watercolor over graphite on wove paper

Open full record

The image displays an elderly man seated in a cave, holding a skull. He has long white hair and a beard, wearing flowing garments blending with the shadows. A lantern illuminates the scene, revealing more bones on a rock nearby. Two younger figures, dressed in simple tunics, are partially visible to the left. The cave opens into a dark, moonlit landscape with trees and clouds.

Print2001.118.38

An Hermit

William Pether after Joseph Wright

1770 · mezzotint on laid paper

Open full record

This drawing shows an architectural interior with arches and staircases. The composition highlights a complex structure with vaulted arches, heavy stonework, and intersecting stairways. Large vertical structures create grandeur, while cross-hatching and shading emphasize the stone and beams' texture. The drawing evokes mystery and complexity, with light and shadow adding to the dramatic atmosphere.

Print2005.63.1

An Imaginary Prison

Vincenzo Mazzi

Date not recorded · etching on laid paper

Open full record

This is a drawing of an architectural structure. The image depicts a detailed plan and elevation of a monumental building or a triumphal arch, characterized by ornamental sculptures and reliefs. The drawing is meticulously crafted with precise lines depicting the architectural design, including niches with statues, decorative panels, and arches. Two figures are placed at elevated positions, likely representing sculptures or statues. The structure features a central arch with a relief above it and the lower portion of the image shows what appears to be the floor plan, indicating the spatial arrangement and design elements, such as the placement of walls and columns. The entire image gives the impression of a carefully thought-out architectural masterpiece. The drawing showcases strong attention to symmetrical details and artistic embellishments typical of classical architecture.

Drawing2015.72.1

An Imperial Tomb: Elevation and Ground Plan

Circle of Antonio da Sangallo

c. 1530 · pen and brown ink with wash over blind stylus on laid paper

Open full record

The painting shows a semi-circular gathering of figures with feathered headdresses and blankets, seated around a central figure. Low vegetation and clouds can be seen on the horizon, with soft and blended brushstrokes used throughout. The color palette includes earthy tones for the figures and tree, and lighter blues and whites for the sky and clouds.

Painting1965.16.217

An Indian Council - Sioux

George Catlin

1861/1869 · oil on card mounted on paperboard

Open full record

The image is an oval-shaped painting capturing a wide landscape scene. The horizon is in the upper third of the image, with rolling hills against a sky in warm hues. The sky has fluid brushstrokes transitioning from golds and oranges near the horizon to darker browns and greys. In the foreground, there are tepees and small figures suggesting a settlement. Animals are grazing in the middle ground, with trees in the background. The color palette includes earthy browns, greens, and warm tones from the sky.

Painting1965.16.189

An Indian Encampment at Sunset

George Catlin

1861/1869 · oil on card mounted on paperboard

Open full record

The painting shows a coastal scene from an elevated viewpoint. The horizon splits the image between the sky and the sea. A sailboat can be seen on the horizon. On the left, there are tall trees with thin trunks and lush foliage. The color palette transitions from greens and browns to yellows and oranges in the sky with scattered clouds. Below the trees, there are figures on a cliff overlooking more figures on the shoreline.

Painting1965.16.221

An Indian Ladder - Nayas Indians

George Catlin

1855/1869 · oil on card mounted on paperboard

Open full record

Painting1965.16.270

An Indian Village - Shore of the Amazon

George Catlin

1854/1869 · oil on card mounted on paperboard

Open full record

The image shows a person lying down, positioned on their side, resting on a pillow. The individual appears to be asleep, with closed eyes, slightly parted lips, and a relaxed facial expression. The person has light-colored hair, partially covered by a white nightcap, and is dressed in white nightwear with a ruffled collar. They are covered by a white blanket and their hand is partially visible near the face, with fingers interlaced. The background features a wooden headboard or furniture piece.

Drawing2007.111.20

An Infant Asleep in His Crib

Adolph Menzel

1848 · pastel on brown wove paper

Open full record

This is a drawing of an architectural facade. The design features multiple rows of arched windows and detailed ornamentation, highlighting a structured symmetry and balance. The facade presents a central door with an ornamental arch above it, surrounded by a repetitive pattern of arches. Its precision in line work and architectural accuracy convey a sense of grandiosity and historical relevance.

Drawing1939.2.6

An Interesting Romanesque Treatment, San Giovanni, Pistoia

John Russell Pope

c. 1896 · graphite

Open full record

The image is a detailed pencil sketch depicting two figures, primarily showing their upper bodies and portions of their lower bodies. One figure is seated and embracing a large, stringed instrument similar to a lute or mandolin, which is resting on their lap. This figure appears to be gently leaning forward, their face featuring distinct curls cascading over the forehead, indicating curly hair, with facial features stooped and slightly angled downwards. The second figure is positioned close behind the first, intimately leaning over the shoulder of the first figure, and seems to be attentively observing either the player or the instrument. This figure has a head full of curls and a more defined outline of facial features. Both figures are clothed in flowing garments, with the fabric draping around them, indicating robes or classical attire. The background is plain, highlighting the soft shadows and lines of the figures, with faint sketched lines suggesting setting suggestions rather than clear details. There are no prominent accessories or jewelry visible on the figures.

Drawing2015.71.1

An Intimate Concert

Henry Fuseli

1814 · graphite on laid paper

Open full record

Drawing1983.1.75

An Irish Girl

George Bellows

1922 · black crayon

Open full record

The image depicts the upper half of a person's body, showcasing their face and shoulders. The person is facing the viewer with a contemplative expression. Their facial features are accentuated by play of light and shadow. They have long, wavy hair falling around their face and shoulders. The individual is wearing a dark garment blending into the background. A hand is positioned near their chest, partially covered by hair. The background features a textured pattern resembling an etched window. No visible jewelry or objects are present.

Print1943.3.8840

An Irish Girl or Annie

Anders Zorn

1894 · etching on laid French paper

Open full record

Print1963.11.93

An Iron Forge

Richard Earlom after Joseph Wright

1773 · mezzotint

Open full record

The image shows a coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, buildings, greenery, and the sea. The horizon is high in the composition, with a distant mountain or hill. The watercolor technique displays subtle brushstrokes and a color palette of earth tones, grays, green, and pale blue-gray.

Drawing2009.70.184

An Italian Coast Scene

John 'Warwick' Smith

possibly 1776/1781 · watercolor over graphite on laid paper

Open full record

The image shows a landscape seen from an elevated perspective. The horizon is in the upper third of the image, with a line of rooftops extending across the scene. A tower stands out among the buildings. The sketch is done in soft pencil strokes, creating a delicate texture. The color palette is monochrome, using tonal variation for depth. A small bridge with an arch is in the foreground, along with a cluster of structures. In the distance, faint outlines of hills or low mountains are visible beneath a pale sky.

Drawing1983.49.183

An Italian Town with a Stone Bridge and a Waterfall

Joseph-Marie Vien

1744/1750 · graphite on laid paper

Open full record