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The image depicts a landscape with a horizon in the distance, showing trees, hills, and mountains. The brushstrokes are fine and detailed, with a primarily sepia color palette. A group of figures in classical attire are near a large tree, with a serene body of water reflecting the scene. In the middle distance, a cliff holds a temple-like structure above waterfalls, under an unobstructed sky.

Drawing2000.70.2

Arcadian Landscape with a Doric Temple

Christoph Heinrich Kniep

1790s · pen and brown ink and brown wash over graphite on laid paper

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The image shows a landscape with trees on either side, a high horizon showcasing rolling hills and distant mountains with faint outlines of more mountains in the background. The brushstrokes are delicate and detailed, particularly in the trees and land textures. The color scheme is monochromatic, primarily in various shades of brown. A rocky outcrop with a tree, a small structure, and sheep grazing is on the left, while two figures sit with sheep on the right.

Drawing2000.70.1

Arcadian Landscape with a Mausoleum

Christoph Heinrich Kniep

1790s · pen and brown ink and brown wash over graphite on laid paper

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The image shows a landscape scene with a slightly elevated perspective. The horizon is positioned in the upper third of the composition, partly obscured by tall trees. The intricate brushwork captures the natural textures of the trees and vegetation with fine lines. The color palette is monochromatic, leaning towards a sepia tone. There are two figures with a goat carrying a basket, surrounded by plants and a rocky outcrop. In the background, there are vast trees and structures or ruins partially hidden among them, bathed in gentle light.

Print2012.92.770

Arcadian Landscape with a Satyr Family

Carl Wilhelm Kolbe

1759-1835 · etching on wove paper

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The painting features a landscape view from an elevated perspective, showcasing lush vegetation and rolling hills in the distance. An obelisk-like structure is seen on the right side. The brushwork is varied, with detailed strokes for the trees and foliage, and blended strokes for the sky. The color palette is dominated by earthy greens, browns, blues, and whites. A path with figures and animals leads through the scene, transitioning into a softer focus towards the hill with the obelisk.

Drawing2002.67.1

Arcadian Landscape with an Obelisk

Salomon Gessner

1785 · gouache on laid paper

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Sculpture1957.14.631

Arcarino Foresto d'Este, Legendary Ancestor of the Estensi

Ferrarese 15th Century

fourth quarter 15th century · lead

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The image shows a muscular figure preparing to shoot an arrow from a large bow. The landscape features trees and other figures or animals on what seems to be clouds in the top right corner. The style is precise with fine lines and detailed textures, resembling an engraving. The color palette consists of shades of black, gray, and the paper color for contrast. Cross-hatching is used for detail in trees and the figure's muscles.

Portfolio2003.143.6

Arcas Preparing to Kill His Mother

Workshop of Hendrick Goltzius, after Hendrick Goltzius

Date not recorded · engraving on laid paper

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Index of American Design1943.8.11662

Arch Grill

Max Fernekes

1938 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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The image features a traditional Chinese architectural structure photographed from a low angle, showcasing intricate carvings and detailing. The structure is set against a background of trees, creating a contrast between light and shadow. Stone foundations and carvings in the foreground lead the eye upwards towards the ornate roof. The image has a sepia tone, highlighting the texture and details of the carvings.

Photograph2012.137.1.30

Arch in the Lama Temple Near Pekin, October 1860

Felice Beato

1860 · albumen silver print

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The image features an arched bridge extending towards a fortified tower on the left side. The composition is dominated by the bridge, structures, and landscape. The etching technique uses fine lines and cross-hatching for texture. The color palette is monochromatic, with varying shades of sepia and brown. In the background, there are buildings, landscape elements, and a cloudy sky.

Print1946.9.173

Arch of Bridge of Alcantara

Joseph Pennell

1904 · etching

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The image shows classical ruins from an oblique angle. There is a detailed façade on the left side and scattered ruins on the right. The horizon is high, with a sky depicted using fine, horizontal lines. In the foreground, there are grazing sheep and a figure. The ruins include carvings and columns on the left and crumbling structures on the right. The image is in monochrome, typical of etchings. The linework captures intricate details of the ruins and landscape, giving the scene a historic quality.

Print1977.12.4

Arch of Constantine

Stefano Della Bella

1656 · etching

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This is a drawing of an architectural monument, specifically a triumphal arch. The structure features three archways, with a large central arch flanked by two smaller ones. The arch is richly decorated with carvings, reliefs, and inscriptions. The reliefs depict various figures and scenes, and are surrounded by detailed architectural elements such as columns and pilasters. Above the central arch, there is a large Latin inscription. The base of the monument sits atop a checkerboard pattern floor.

Print2000.119.1.dd

Arch of Constantine

Italian 16th Century

Date not recorded · engraving

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The image shows a stone archway from an eye-level perspective. The drawing features loose graphite lines, detailing brickwork and vegetation on the structure. A fence with decorative elements is on the left, and a path leads away between the archway and a wall on the right. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of gray for depth and contrast.

Drawing1983.49.160

Arch of Drusus near the Appian Way

Joseph-Marie Vien

1744/1750 · graphite on laid paper

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This is a drawing of an ancient Roman arch. The drawing shows a Roman arch with three large archways, each flanked by smaller niches. The surface has inscriptions in Latin. The stone facade is textured, showing individual blocks and 3D structure. Classical elements like pilasters and entablature are depicted. The perspective leads the viewer's eye through the central archway.

Print2000.119.1.ee

Arch of the Claudian Aqueduct

Italian 16th Century

1549 · engraving

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The image shows a view of a narrow, cobbled lane between stone walls. An archway with a small structure on top is slightly off-center to the right. Stone buildings can be seen in the distance. The color palette is muted and natural, typical of aged stone. The texture of the stonework is detailed, adding to the historic feel.

Photograph2012.137.5.14

Arch of the Ecce Homo, Jerusalem

James Robertson

1857 · salted paper print

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The image shows a historical architectural view depicted from a slightly lower angle, accentuating the grandeur of the ancient archway. The horizon is low in the scene, obscured by the monumental structure. The brushstrokes are intricate and sketch-like, capturing the complexity and texture of the ruins. The color palette is limited to sepia tones, giving the artwork an antiquated feel. The archway, richly decorated with towering columns, occupies central space, flanked by smaller ruins and scattered stones. Small figures, including one gesturing upward, provide scale as they interact with the space. Remnants of other structures can be seen in the distance, enhancing the historical setting. The background features trees and vague outlines of architectural elements blending with the sepia sky.

Drawing2004.140.26

Arch of Titus

Circle of Giovanni Paolo Panini

Date not recorded · pen and brown ink and brown wash on laid paper

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The image shows a natural arch rock formation standing prominently on the right side of the scene. The horizon is low in the image, with a small mountain or island and a ship visible beyond the arch in the open sea. Delicate brushstrokes and lines detail the rock and clouds, with shading defining textures. The color palette is muted with soft beige tones and lighter hues accentuating the clouds and waves. A small rowing boat is visible in the waters, adding scale and activity to the scene.

Drawing2015.19.555

Arch Rock, Kagosima Bay, Japan

William Brenton Boggs

1855 · graphite with gouache on wove paper

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This is a photograph of a neoclassical building with columns and a pediment. The building features a façade with columns supporting a triangular pediment, adorned with a sculptural relief depicting a classical figure with a shield and a chariot. Below the pediment are rectangular windows, and beneath them is a balcony with a balustrade railing. A lamp post can be seen near the entrance, with steps leading up to several doorways. Signs indicate it is likely a public venue, possibly a theater, given the poster advertising performances. The photograph is in sepia tone, giving it a historic quality.

Photograph2018.23.22

Arch St. Theatre, Arch at 6th St., Philadelphia

Frederick DeBourg Richards

c. 1859 · salted paper print

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The sculpture depicts a figure standing with a crown. The figure is in a standing position and is dressed in a long green robe with a sash draped over the left shoulder and around the waist. The figure's facial features include a full beard and mustache, painted in dark brown or black. The sculpture is made of carved material and painted in vibrant colors. The king stands on a rectangular base, with his right hand partially closed in front of his chest and his left hand extended outward.

Index of American Design1943.8.6978

Archangel "Bulto"

Majel G. Claflin

c. 1937 · watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

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The image shows a town from an elevated perspective. A river cuts through the landscape. An industrial structure with tracks leading to it can be seen, with smoke coming from a chimney. The town has various buildings with light-colored roofs. The color palette is earthy with browns and grays. Sunlight filters through, potentially giving a sepia tone to the scene.

Photograph2016.152.10

Archbald, Del. & Hudson Canal Co.

Thomas H. Johnson

c. 1863-1865 · albumen silver print

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This painting shows a man seated in a wooden chair, facing slightly to the right with his hands resting on his lap. He has pale, wrinkled skin, a large nose, prominent cheekbones, a thin, closed mouth, and short dark hair. He wears a light blue clerical robe with a large cross around his neck. His shoes are dark with silver buckles, and he has a large ring on one finger. There is patterned fabric on the floor beneath his chair, which appears to rest on a low platform. The background has dark wood paneling, and a coat of arms is on the wall to the right.

Painting1946.16.1

Archbishop Diomede Falconio

Thomas Eakins

1905 · oil on canvas

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The engraving shows two full-length figures standing side by side. The man on the left has one hand on his hip and the other resting on a sword. He wears an elaborate feathered hat, a detailed doublet, a pleated skirt-like armor piece, and leg armor. Next to him is a depiction of a helmet and gauntlets on the ground. The woman on the right stands with her body slightly turned towards the man, holding her cloak. She has a high, styled hairstyle and a large ruffled collar. Her gown is decorated with intricate patterns and embroidery, with long sleeves and ornate cuffs. She wears a pendant around her neck. Both individuals stand against a backdrop of draped fabric, with coats of arms displayed above each person.

Print1950.14.12

Archduke Albert and Isabella Clara Eugenie of Austria

Hans Collaert the Younger

c. 1600 · engraving

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This is a painting of an old architectural facade featuring textured walls with a weathered appearance. The artwork shows an arched wooden double door at the bottom and a large arched window or niche above it. The facade includes rustic wooden elements, stucco, patches of exposed brickwork, columns or pilasters flanking the doorway and window, and red tile accents creating horizontal bands. The painting emphasizes fine detail and the historical architectural style of the building.

Index of American Design1943.8.5934

Arched Doorway Mission San Diego

William Kieckhofel

c. 1942 · watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

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The image is a sketch of an architectural ruin viewed from a slightly elevated point. It shows a series of arches extending into space, with a horizon line that is not distinct but suggests depth as the arches recede into the distance. The sketch uses short pencil strokes to depict stone surfaces and foliage, with contrast created through light and shadow. The color palette is primarily shades of gray. Larger arches are closer, with smaller arches and sketched trees in the background. Additional structures can be seen behind the main ruin.

Drawing1983.49.157

Arched Passageways of a Ruined Building

Joseph-Marie Vien

1744/1750 · graphite on laid paper

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The image shows an elderly man seated at a table with documents in front of him. He has a long face with a full beard, sparse slicked-back hair, and a serious expression. He wears a robe or cloak. An open book and a stacked book lie on the table. A lit candle illuminates the scene, casting light and shadows. Books are on a shelf in the background. The setting suggests a dimly lit study, emphasizing the man's concentration and solitude.

Print1947.19.10

Archeologist (L'archeologue)

Alphonse Legros

Date not recorded · etching and drypoint

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