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The image shows two young boys in an action-oriented scene. One boy stands with his left foot against the wall, wearing a long-sleeved tunic, leggings, and long, curly hair. The other boy appears to swing a stick while holding onto the first boy's shoulder or neck. Both boys wear elaborately patterned clothes. Next to them is a stool with objects and a bellows, with a pile of fabric in the corner. The background features plain, textured walls.

Print1943.3.77

Apprentices Fighting

Martin Schongauer

probably c. 1480 · engraving

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Butter-yellow clouds and water, a periwinkle-blue sky, and pale plum-purple buildings blend in hazy, indistinct bands across this horizontal landscape painting. The paint is thickly applied in some areas, especially along the top of the sky, and the scene is loosely painted with visible brushstrokes throughout. The blurry horizon comes about a third of the way up the composition and the small, round, white sun shines low in the sky to our left. The sky or clouds around the sun are painted with shades of pale sapphire-blue with touches of lavender, which give way to a lemon-yellow clouds or haze in the right two-thirds of the sky. Buildings along the horizon, deep in the distance across the right three-quarters of the canvas, are loosely painted with vertical swipes of heather pink and cream white. The water, closest to us, reflects the yellow of the sky with additional touches of celery green. Brown boats spaced along the harbor carry people and objects away from us, toward the town.

Painting1937.1.110

Approach to Venice

Joseph Mallord William Turner

1844 · oil on canvas

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The image shows an elevated view of a landscape with trees, structures, and a winding path. The horizon is high, featuring faint outlines of mountains, rooftops, and a delicate spire. The artwork uses delicate brushstrokes and soft lines with a muted color palette of grays, browns, and hints of blue. The terrain and trees in the foreground have a rough texture, contrasting with the misty elements in the distance.

Drawing2013.103.2

Approaching Morestal

François-Auguste Ravier

c. 1845 · black chalk over graphite with gray and brown wash and blue watercolor on pale blue paper, laid down on old mount

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The image shows two men in a formal setting. One man is standing on a step, extending a small crown towards the other man who is bowing. The man standing has short dark hair, wears spectacles, a white shirt, and a black jacket. The other man is mostly bald with some hair on the sides and back, dressed in a long dark coat and trousers. Both men are on a platform. In the background, several other men in formal attire are seated, watching. The image is depicted in black and white with shading for depth.

Print2015.143.349

Approchez M. Gérenflot ... venez recevoir ...

Honoré Daumier

1844 · lithograph

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The image shows three characters, focusing on their upper bodies. The central figure is a child who is sitting. The child displays an exaggerated facial expression with wide-open mouth and squinted eyes. Their hair is short and appears tousled. On either side of the child are two adult women, dressed in 19th-century style clothing, including caps and bonnets with full, gathered sleeves. These women lean in closely to the child; one appears to be assisting with the child's discomfort by pinching the child's nose, while the other supports the child’s head and neck. The graphite lines of the illustration create a dramatic, shadowy background that focuses attention on the characters’ expressions. The background is relatively sparse.

Print1979.49.20

Appuyez fort, ça fait rentrer la bosse...

Honoré Daumier

1838 · lithograph on newsprint

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The image depicts an angelic figure with large wings and outstretched arms descending while holding a heavy chain. The figure wears a helmet or crown and has a determined expression. Dark shading creates a dramatic and ethereal atmosphere.

Print1943.3.7377

Apres cela je vis descendre du ciel un ange qui avait la clef de l'abime, et une grande chaine en sa main (And I saw an angel come down from heaven, having the key of the bottomless pit and a great chain in his hand)

Odilon Redon

1899 · lithograph

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The drawing shows a figure in a chair at a table. The scene includes a person sitting in a chair at one end of a table. On the table, there is an open book, a pot of ink, and a quill pen. The style is simple, using minimal lines and shading. Ink is used as the medium for a sketch-like appearance.

Drawing1943.3.9049

Apres l'attentat, Juin '97

Jean-Louis Forain

1897 · brush and black ink watercolor on wove paper

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The image shows a nude person in a dynamic pose with one leg raised and arms extended overhead. The person is leaning slightly forward with the right leg bent at the knee and their body angled. Their head is slightly turned down, and they have dark hair pulled back in a loose bun. Around the person is a light suggestion of fabric or motion, adding to the dynamic composition. The background is minimalistic with no distinct elements.

Print1946.9.102

April

Troy Kinney

Date not recorded · drypoint

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The image displays a classical engraving of a rural landscape. A church steeple is on the left with a line of trees and the church on the horizon blending into the sky filled with clouds. The intricate line work creates textures and depth in the scene. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of gray. A path, a horse, and figures are depicted in the foreground, with buildings, livestock, and birds in the distance.

Print1954.12.151

April

Jan van de Velde II

Date not recorded · etching

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The image shows a landscape with a slightly elevated perspective. The horizon is depicted with rolling hills and distant mountains. The foreground includes two figures engaged in an activity. The drawing style features fine lines showcasing the terrain, trees, and bushes. The color palette is monochromatic, using variations of black and white. The distant areas fade into the background, implying depth and vastness.

Print2017.76.6

Aprilis (April)

Ludovico Mattioli

late 17th century · etching on laid paper

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Index of American Design1943.8.1310

Apron

Roberta Elvis

c. 1936 · watercolor, gouache, and pen and ink on paper

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This is a drawing of fabric design patterns. The drawing shows a large square textile piece on the left with an ornate border featuring floral motifs and intricate linework. On the right is a depiction of a clothing garment, possibly an apron, with decorative patterns along the hem. Below these is a separate, smaller drawing of another floral-like pattern. The artwork features soft, earthy hues and detailed lines, giving it a vintage and delicate appearance. The name "Lillian Causey" is inscribed, suggesting the artist or designer.

Index of American Design1943.8.1312

Apron

Lillian Causey

c. 1936 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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This is a drawing of a garment with detailed lacework. The drawing features a long garment with drawn strings at the top for fastening. The garment is decorated with intricate lace patterns along the hem and bands near the bottom. There is a separate depiction of a section of the lacework to the right, showcasing its elaborate details and craftsmanship.

Index of American Design1943.8.1314

Apron

Carl Buergerniss

c. 1940 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard

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The image shows a fabric section with small brown and beige motifs evenly distributed across the surface. It has an ornately embroidered border in shades of pink and white on the right edge, curving upwards towards the top. The background is a soft beige with a textured pattern. The fabric is angled with the embroidered border in the bottom right corner and extending towards the middle, while the motifs are scattered in the central area. The name "Edith Magnette" is inscribed in the bottom left corner.

Index of American Design1943.8.1315

Apron

Edith Magnette

c. 1939 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard

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Index of American Design1943.8.1317

Apron

Doris Beer

c. 1936 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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Index of American Design1943.8.1319

Apron

Gertrude Lemberg

1935/1942 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard

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This is a drawing of a skirt-like garment on a blank background. The garment is depicted with simple and precise line work, featuring a belt or band that wraps around the top, tied into a bow on the side. A small notation "A-3" is present in the top right corner, along with a circled number "5" below it.

Index of American Design1943.8.2937

Apron

Gertrude Lemberg

1935/1942 · pen and ink on paper

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This is a drawing of a dress design. The drawing features a dress with an elegantly simple outline, with a large section of checkered pink and white fabric at the center. The dress appears sleeveless with a halter neck style. There is a smaller sketch at the top right showing a detailed view of the neck and shoulders. The use of pencil lines is delicate and precise, emphasizing the structured design of the garment. The rest of the dress is left in plain, uncolored fabric.

Index of American Design1943.8.7996

Apron

Miriam Goldberg

c. 1937 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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This is a drawing of a dress pattern. The image displays a simple outline of a dress with a purple textured pattern covering the bodice and a portion of the skirt area. There is a smaller sketch in the upper right corner that appears to be a different view or piece of the dress. The drawing is set against a plain background.

Index of American Design1943.8.7997

Apron

Nancy Crimi

1935/1942 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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Index of American Design1943.8.7998

Apron

Mae Szilvasy

1935/1942 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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Index of American Design1943.8.9471

Apron

Hank Moran

c. 1938 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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The image shows a detailed curtain with floral patterns on a plain background. The curtain has earthy browns and gold accents in the floral motifs. The curtain is centrally placed in the frame, highlighting its embroidered edges.

Index of American Design1943.8.14237

Apron

David P Willoughby

c. 1940 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

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This is a painting of a floral pattern on a textured surface. The image features a design of stylized flowers and leaves arranged in a symmetrical composition against a rich purple background. The flowers have prominent blooms and delicate leaves extending outward. The color palette includes shades of purple and beige. The design appears to combine elements of traditional embroidery and tapestry art.

Index of American Design1943.8.14751

Apron

David P Willoughby

c. 1940 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

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This is a drawing of a design pattern. The drawing shows an intricate pink lace pattern with floral motifs and flowing lines. The central part of the drawing features a rectangular section filled with stylized flowers, leaves, and swirling forms resembling lace fabric. The pink color varies in intensity within the design. In the top right corner, there is a small sketch of a skirt, suggesting the use of the lace pattern for clothing. The drawing is detailed and has an airy and graceful aesthetic.

Index of American Design1943.8.1311

Apron (Detail)

Lillian Causey

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

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