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The image features two women shown standing from head to waist in a natural setting. The woman in the foreground is on the right, leaning her arms on a netted barrier. She has delicate facial features, intricate frilled hair, and wears a hat with floral decorations. She is dressed in textured, dark clothing. Behind her, the second woman is partially obscured by foliage, also wearing a flowing garment and a large decorative hat on her styled hair. Various exotic birds like peacocks and pheasants are depicted to the right of the women amidst trees and bushes. The background is filled with shrubs and leaves, creating a lush, ornate setting.

Print2023.178.8

Au Jardin d'Acclimatation (In the Zoological Garden)

Félix Bracquemond

1870s · etching and aquatint on laid paper

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The image shows an illustration of two women in a garden-like setting, with only their upper bodies visible. The woman in the foreground leans against a netted fence, looking at birds on the ground. She has curly hair in an updo, covered by a flower-adorned hat, and wears a dark long-sleeve dress. The second woman stands behind and to the side, also looking ahead. She has hair under a hat and wears light robes. The background includes dense foliage.

Print2023.178.9

Au Jardin d'Acclimatation (In the Zoological Garden)

Félix Bracquemond

1870s · etching and aquatint on Japan paper

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Two women are shown standing behind a slightly inclined fence, facing a group of colorful birds. The woman in the foreground has dark hair and a hat with a yellow decoration, wearing a dark dress with puffy sleeves and gloves. She has her chin resting on her hands. The second woman, behind her, wears a white hat with a veil and lighter-colored clothing. The background has lush foliage and larger trees on the right. Several vividly colored birds are in the foreground.

Print2023.178.10

Au Jardin d'Acclimatation (In the Zoological Garden)

Félix Bracquemond

1870s · color etching and aquatint on laid paper

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This is an illustration of an elephant using its trunk to take a hat from a person through vertical bars. The person is surprised by the elephant's action.

Print1977.81.1

Au Jardin des Plantes

Honoré Daumier

1859 · lithograph

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This is a drawing of people observing a display at what seems to be a park or zoo. The scene is in shades of black, white, and gray, with detailed linework. In the foreground, two figures are present, one leaning against a railing while an animal stands up against it. Various figures are in the background, some interacting with the display, while others are walking or standing back. Lush trees provide shading to the scene.

Portfolio2007.12.4

Au Jardin des Plantes

Daniel Vierge

1889 · wood engraving

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Print1942.9.2452

Au moins soyez discret (At Least Be Discreet!)

Augustin de Saint-Aubin

1789 · etching and engraving

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The image depicts two people in a rocky area. The first person is a man wearing a top hat, a dark suit with a long coat, and is leaning forward as if climbing. The second person is a woman with a bonnet, a shawl, and a long dress, who is positioned lower and appears to be holding onto the man's coat.

Print2015.143.373

Au nom du ciel, Théodore ne regarde pas ...

Honoré Daumier

1846 · lithograph

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The image features five figures positioned closely together in an interior setting. Three adults and two children are shown in the scene. On the left, a young boy stands looking up at the adults. A young girl stands next to him with her hands clasped together. The adults appear to be in conversation, with two women at the center holding hands, both wearing bonnets and long dresses with puffed sleeves. A man stands behind them, wearing spectacles, a coat, and a cravat. The background shows a sketched portrait hanging on the wall.

Print1943.3.3043

Au novel an, visite... a la tante Rabourdin

Honoré Daumier

1847 · lithograph

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This is a drawing of an audience at an event. The image is rendered in a monochromatic color scheme, featuring high-contrast black ink on a cream-colored background. The scene includes a group of individuals, appearing to be seated in a public space. Their faces are stylized with simplistic, expressive features, and there is a notable use of shadow and line to convey texture and depth. The drawing captures a sense of curiosity and anticipation, with the figures leaning slightly forward. The scene's background is abstract, which frames the figures and brings focus to their expressions. The artist's signature is visible in the lower right corner of the image. The overall style of the drawing suggests an influence from early 20th-century illustration or printmaking.

Print1943.3.5764

Au Paradis (In the Balcony)

Edouard Manet

Date not recorded · transfer lithograph

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This is a photograph of a detailed architectural feature above an entrance. The image captures a wooden facade with a relief sculpture of a sailing ship with multiple sails. Below the ship is a horizontal panel with the inscription "AU PETIT DUNKERQUE." Additional ornaments with carvings of leaves and floral motifs surround the sculpture. Vertical bars or columns are visible to the right. Rich textures and shadows enhance the architectural elements.

Photograph2002.73.3

Au Petit Dunkerque, 3 quai Conti

Eugène Atget

1900 · albumen silver print

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This is a drawing of a soldier expelling two men from a boat. The image features black and white shading and depicts a scene where a soldier is pushing away two distressed figures. The soldier is wearing a uniform with a cap and has a rifle slung over his shoulder. The drawing uses bold, expressive lines to convey movement and tension. The background shows water with wave outlines, suggesting the setting is on a boat. The drawing captures a moment of power and conflict.

Drawing1943.3.4070

Au Pireê. -Le depart des boches.

Jean-Louis Forain

c. 1914/1919 · black crayon and brush and black ink, with corrections by the artist in white opaque watercolor, on wove paper

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Print1982.61.1

Au Quartier Latin

Jules Chéret

1894 · color lithograph

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The image shows a forest landscape viewed from an elevated perspective. The dense canopy of trees creates a border at the top of the image. The intricate etching technique depicts tree bark, leaves, and rocky terrain. A stream flows through the landscape, surrounded by foliage and boulders. More trees can be seen in the distance, leading into the shadowy depths of the forest. The color palette is monochromatic, emphasizing the contrast between light and shadow.

Print1988.63.1

Au ravin de la faille, Auvergne (The Ravine at Auvergne)

Eugène Bléry

1846 · etching on chine applique [proof]

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The image shows two people sitting at separate tables. The man on the left wears a top hat, suit, bow tie, vest, and has a moustache. He looks slightly to the left. The woman at the right table leans her chin on her hand, with her arm bent, looking towards the right. She has curly hair and wears a hat with feathers, a dress with puffed sleeves, and long gloves. The man's table has bottles and a book, while the woman's table has a plate. They are in a restaurant or café setting with light from a window in the background, and sketched lines indicating walls or a partition.

Print1943.3.3835

Au restaurant (At the Restaurant)

Jean-Louis Forain

1890 · lithograph on laid paper

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The image shows two individuals in a restaurant setting. One person stands on the left while holding a dish, and the other person sits on the right holding a piece of bread. The standing individual wears a dark jacket, a light shirt, and a long apron. The seated individual has curly hair and is dressed in a dark jacket over a shirt. The table in front of the seated person has a tablecloth, a glass, and bottles on it.

Print2015.143.407

Au restaurant a 32 sous

Honoré Daumier

1849 · lithograph

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This is a drawing of two figures engaging in a conversation at the base of a staircase. The scene features a woman leaning over the railing of a staircase, conversing with another woman standing below. The woman on the staircase is wearing a long dress, and the other woman is dressed warmly, complete with a bonnet and a shawl. The drawing has a sketch-like quality, with lines that add depth and dimension to the figures and the setting. The text and style suggest a humorous or critical tone.

Print1979.49.78

Au revoir, Ophélia!... ne manquez pas...

Honoré Daumier

1844 · lithograph on newsprint

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This drawing shows a battle scene with soldiers and cavalry engaged in combat. The artwork portrays a chaotic battlefield with soldiers on foot and horsemen in action. The foreground features horses and soldiers in dynamic motion, some appearing to be falling or lying on the ground. In the background, more troops are depicted in the midst of the battle. The detailed use of lines and shading creates a sense of urgency and chaos in the scene.

Portfolio2007.12.13

Au Soudan: Bataille d'El-Teb

Auguste Lepère and Jacques Beltrand after Józef Chelmonski

1883/1890 · wood engraving

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The image is a drawing of four individuals arranged in two separate boxes. In the top left corner, two people are visible from the waist up. The one on the left is seated sideways, with a tilted head and appears to be resting their chin on their hand. They are wearing a dark jacket and a wide-brimmed hat. Next to them is another person, seen leaning forward slightly with their hands together and their head turned sideways. This person has dark hair pulled back and is dressed in a dark outfit with a visible white collar. Below them, in a separate box, is a man visible from the chest up, leaning on the barrier of the box with his forearms resting on it. He has combed-back hair and a mustache, and he wears a suit with a tie. There is a faint evidence of another figure behind him. The background is predominantly imitations of crosshatches, giving a shadowed effect. A signature is present on the bottom left corner of the drawing.

Print1996.151.204

Au théâtre

Henri-Patrice Dillon

1895 · lithograph in violet-brown on japan paper

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The image shows three separate sections illustrating figures in a theater setting. The top section features two women in dark clothing and hats with obscured facial features. The middle section depicts an older man with a partial bald head and a mustache, wearing light-colored attire and clasping his hands. The lower section shows another older man with a full head of hair and a mustache, dressed formally and smiling broadly. Each figure is seated in an individual box, with a soft shaded background emphasizing the foreground figures.

Print1996.151.205

Au théâtre

Henri-Patrice Dillon

1895 · lithograph in violet-brown on wove paper

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This is a drawing of several figures in a close space, depicted with bold brushstrokes in sepia tones. The background is loosely sketched, suggesting an interior setting. The figures are grouped together, some with more detail than others, creating a sense of depth and movement. In the lower right, there are abstract elements. The style is expressionistic, capturing the essence of the scene through minimalist elements.

Drawing2018.200.1

Au Théâtre Antoine

Edouard Vuillard

c. 1889 · brush and black ink over graphite on brown paper

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The image shows a landscape with a river or stream reflecting the surrounding terrain. The horizon is in the center, where the rugged terrain meets the sky. On the left, there are rock formations and foliage, while the right side features tall trees with bare branches reaching upwards. The texture is detailed with fine lines creating shadows, forms, and intricate details. The color palette is mainly dark lines on a light background, typical of a monochrome etching. The water flows from the foreground towards the distance, leading the eye towards rocky cliffs and trees.

Print2000.7.1

Au Valromey

Adolphe Appian

1868 · etching with drypoint on wove paper

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The image is a painting of a street scene with various figures engaging in different activities in front of a row of shops. The scene includes a manhole with a man peering out, scattered bricks around him. Pedestrians are casually standing, conversing or observing. The shop signs read "MODES" and "EPICER." The palette consists of bold, contrasting tones, resembling a woodcut or linocut effect, capturing form and texture. This art style is reminiscent of Félix Vallotton.

Print1952.8.481

Au Violon (Off to the Jug)

Félix Vallotton

1893 · lithograph (zinc) on yellow wove paper

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The image shows a vertically oriented artwork combining illustration and text. The scene depicts a rural landscape, with dense vertical brushstrokes resembling tree trunks on the left side. In the background, there are buildings and curved lines suggesting a countryside setting. The style features rough brushstrokes in dark and light tones on a sepia background, giving the impression of movement and texture. A rectangular block of text on the left side details a theatrical piece titled "Au delà des Forces," including cast and venue information.

Print1995.76.99

Au-delà des forces humaines

Edouard Vuillard

1897 · lithograph in black on wove paper

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This is a drawing of a skeletal figure interacting with three robed figures and a horse. The scene includes a skeleton wearing a garment resembling classical drapery and raising a hat while gesturing towards the group. Among the figures is a woman holding a sword and shield, another figure with scales, and a horse head in the background. In the right corner, a figure seems to be pointing towards a seated figure. The ground has a small plant, and architectural columns are in the backdrop. German verses at the bottom give additional context. The drawing uses linear and cross-hatched shading common in 19th-century etching.

Print1971.28.3

Auch ein Todtentanz I

Alfred Rethel

1849 · wood engraving

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