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The image shows a full-body drawing of a man standing with his hands in his pockets. He is positioned slightly leaning to one side with his lower body facing forward and his head turned to the right. The man has jowly cheeks, a prominent chin, and short, combed-back hair. He is wearing a dark suit with a waistcoat underneath and a cravat tied at the neck. His trousers are somewhat baggy and he is wearing dark shoes. The background is plain. No jewelry or objects are visible in his hands.

Print1943.3.2930

Baillot

Honoré Daumier

1833 · lithograph

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The image shows a view from an elevated position, looking down at a canal or waterway with stone walls on one side and buildings on the other. The horizon is in the upper third of the composition, with buildings on an embankment. The artwork is composed of intricate cross-hatching creating texture on the buildings and clouds. The color scheme is sepia, emphasizing the detailed lines. A wooden platform crosses the water where people and boats are visible. In the background, there are more buildings and signs, including one for a bathing establishment. The skyline merges with the cloudy sky, with faint bird silhouettes.

Print1943.3.6176

Bain-froid chevrier, dit "de l'École" (Chevrier's Cold-Bath Establishment, Sometimes called the "School-Baths")

Charles Meryon

1864 · etching on laid paper

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The image shows a scene from a slightly elevated viewpoint. In the foreground, there are wooden docks and small boats on the water with people. A large stone wall is on the left, leading into the distance. In the background, buildings and statues are visible on the horizon. The artwork is made using fine-lined brushstrokes typical of etching, with a monochromatic sepia color palette. Fluffy clouds fill the sky above the scene.

Print1943.3.6177

Bain-froid chevrier, dit "de l'École" (Chevrier's Cold-Bath Establishment, Sometimes called the "School-Baths")

Charles Meryon

1864 · etching on laid paper

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The horizon line is positioned slightly above the middle of the image. Stone buildings line a waterway, leading to a section with small structures, with a sign reading "BAIN-FROID CHEVRIER." Intricate architectural details are visible on the buildings to the right, including columns and a flag. On the left, there is a massive stone facade with linear hatch marks. The sky is filled with soft clouds. The color palette is monochrome, predominantly brown. Neat rows of trees and more buildings are seen in the distance.

Print1943.3.6178

Bain-froid chevrier, dit "de l'École" (Chevrier's Cold-Bath Establishment, Sometimes called the "School-Baths")

Charles Meryon

1864 · etching in black and gold on Hudelist laid paper

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This image shows an architectural scene along a canal or river. A wooden bridge crosses the water, supported by a stone structure on the left. The horizon features elevated buildings, possibly from an older European cityscape. The brushstroke technique is detailed, resembling an etching. The color palette is monochromatic with sepia tones. A round building with balconies and a flagpole is on the right. In the distance, hills covered with trees create a backdrop.

Print1943.3.6179

Bain-froid chevrier, dit "de l'École" (Chevrier's Cold-Bath Establishment, Sometimes called the "School-Baths")

Charles Meryon

1864 · etching on wove paper

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There are several women and a child in a body of water. One woman with short hair is wading, while another woman in a dress holds a child above the water. Another woman interacts with the child. In the background, there is a wooden structure with people climbing down a ladder. The expressions on the faces suggest a communal and familial activity. The drawing captures a moment of interaction and care in a bathhouse setting.

Print1979.49.106

Bains de Femmes

Honoré Daumier

1841 · lithograph on newsprint

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This is a drawing of a theater scene with a large clownish figure and an audience. The drawing shows a theatrical performance with a character resembling a clown on the right, and an audience on the left. The audience is depicted in rows, with a seated figure above operating the curtain. The scene conveys a sense of theatricality and humor, capturing the atmosphere of a performance.

Print1943.3.2937

Baissez le rideau, la farce est jouée (Lower the Curtain, the Farce is Over)

Honoré Daumier

1834 · lithograph

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This is a photograph of a wooden console table. The table is crafted from warm-toned wood and features a long rectangular top surface with a slightly raised back edge. There are two small drawers with round handles, a central space between them adorned with a subtle triangular decorative accent, and four legs with an elegant arch cutout at the base of each side. A lower shelf connects the legs, providing additional storage or display space. The design is minimalistic, combining functionality and aesthetic appeal.

Index of American Design1943.8.10469

Bake Room Table

Alfred H. Smith

c. 1936 · watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper

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The image shows a man from the waist up, leaning on a ledge with his left arm and holding a horn to his mouth with his right hand. He has prominent eyebrows, a straight nose, and a slightly open mouth. The man wears a loose-fitting, long-sleeved garment, and a cap on his head. Behind him is a window frame with a diamond lattice pattern, and in the background, a wooden structure with vines or flowers around a window. The name "A. Ostade" is inscribed above the man's head.

Print1943.3.8290

Baker Sounding His Horn

Adriaen van Ostade

c. 1648 · etching, with touches of drypoint, on laid paper

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The image shows a tall wooden cabinet comprising two sections, with a larger lower compartment and a smaller upper compartment. The color palette is neutral, featuring light shades of wood. The cabinet is positioned to the right of the image with the bottom section taking up most of the vertical space, while the top section sits directly above it.

Index of American Design1943.8.8169

Baker's Cabinet

American 20th Century

c. 1937 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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The image shows a wooden spoon with a long handle and a rounded bowl at the end. The spoon has a natural wood color with visible grain patterns, and there is a dark wrap around the handle near the bowl. The background is a pale, light cream color. The spoon is positioned vertically in the center of the image.

Index of American Design1943.8.8168

Baker's Mixing Spoon

Paul Poffinbarger

c. 1939 · watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard

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The image shows a wooden table with a single drawer and tapered legs, placed against a plain background. The table is predominately light brown with natural wood grain, set against an off-white backdrop. The table is centered horizontally in the image, with its top surface parallel to the upper edge and the legs extending downward, and the drawer located at the center below the tabletop.

Index of American Design1943.8.8175

Baker's Table

Earl Butlin

c. 1937 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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The image shows a large, round ceramic bowl with a central cone structure rising from the center. The bowl features decorative blue leaf patterns around its outer surface. The ceramic presents a muted, earthy color palette predominantly in shades of brown with blue accents. Positioned centrally, the bowl occupies most of the image space, and it is viewed from a slightly angled perspective that highlights the depth and inner structures of the bowl.

Index of American Design1943.8.5106

Baking Dish

Isadore Goldberg

1940 · watercolor, colored pencil and graphite on paperboard

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The image shows a bundt cake pan with an interior tube, adorned with blue fleur-de-lis motifs along its outer surface. The color scheme includes various tones of gray and blue, with the pan displaying a metallic gray hue and the blue designs contrasting against it. The main view of the pan is in the center, with a smaller top view situated above it and a detailed bottom view displayed below to the right.

Index of American Design1943.8.5108

Baking Dish

Yolande Delasser

c. 1936 · watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard.

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The image shows three figures in focus and part of another figure. Two men are seated next to each other against a wall, shown from the mid-thigh up. They have serious expressions, with one of them having a long, pointed nose and both wearing top hats. The men are dressed in dark suits with white shirts visible underneath. In front of them, a person in a clown costume is standing and leaning forward as if in conversation. The clown figure has exaggerated facial makeup highlighting their mouth and eyes, along with a floppy hat. They wear loose, ruffled clown clothing with a large collar. In the background, there is another partially visible person in a top hat, adding depth to the scene. The space appears indoor and crowded, with a detailed line work suggesting an illustration or etching.

Portfolio1978.82.31

Bal de l'Opera: Tu t'amuses trop!

Etienne after Honoré Daumier

1868 · wood engraving

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This is a drawing of an outdoor dance or festival scene. The image depicts a lively gathering in an outdoor setting, illuminated by rows of hanging lanterns and ornate chandeliers. The scene unfolds under a darkened sky, set against a backdrop of lush trees. There are tents with stripes in the background. The foreground is crowded with figures engaged in dancing and merriment on a spacious dance area, while smaller details, such as a small dog, add warmth and a sense of communal gaiety.

Print1999.77.1

Bal de la Bastille

Louis Le Coeur and Jacques-François-Joseph Swebach-Desfontaines

1790 · etching and wash manner, printed in blue, red, and black inks

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This is a drawing of a scene with ancient ruins. The artwork shows a bearded warrior riding a horse, making a gesture with one hand holding the horse's reins. The setting includes decaying stone structures covered in ivy, featuring arches, columns, and statues. The intricate details of foliage and masonry create a rich texture. The composition conveys a sense of a mythological narrative or allegory.

Print2011.139.57

Balaam and the Angel

Dirck Volckertz Coornhert, after Maerten van Heemskerck

1554 · etching and engraving [left plate of 2 plates] on laid paper

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The image depicts a landscape with two figures in Renaissance-style clothing, one mounted on a horse and the other standing beside. The background shows rolling hills, a small mountain, and a clear sky. The scene is detailed with cross-hatching and stippling techniques, using shades of black, gray, and white. Trees and rocky formations frame the composition.

Print1973.32.95

Balaam and the Ass

Herman van Swanevelt

Date not recorded · etching

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This is a drawing of a biblical scene with two robed figures engaged in conversation. In the background, there are multiple altars with burning offerings and animals on them. At the top of the image, there is a star surrounded by clouds. In the distance, two figures are on horseback with an angelic figure. The drawing is accompanied by German text referencing the Book of Numbers, specifically the episode involving Balak and Balaam. The scene captures a moment of religious significance emphasizing divine messages and prophetic elements.

Print1950.17.116

Balak's Sacrifice, and Balaam's Prophecy

Augustin Hirschvogel

1548 · etching

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Drawing2011.141.1

Balaklava

Carlo Bossoli

1857 · transparent and opaque watercolor on paper laid down on canvas

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Index of American Design1943.8.14650

Balance Scales

William Kieckhofel

c. 1940 · watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper

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The image shows an antique balance scale with two metal pans suspended from a horizontal bar marked with "ANO 1726." The scale is in dark metallic hues, mainly bronze and dark brown, with hints of wear. It hangs vertically from a hook, with a pan at each end and a weight in the center, all against an off-white background.

Index of American Design1943.8.17856

Balance Scales

Ruth Buker

c. 1939 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

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The image shows an urban residential scene. The perspective is slightly elevated, looking down into a courtyard surrounded by ornate iron railings. There is a set of steps leading up to a doorway on the left, bordered by wrought iron railing. The painting captures the building's architecture in fine detail, including the brickwork and ironwork. Flower boxes hang from windows with colorful blooms. The color palette includes warm terracotta, cool greens, and beige, with darker iron details. Green branches are seen at the right edge of the image.

Index of American Design1943.8.16998

Balcony

Gilbert Sackerman

1935/1942 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard

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Index of American Design1943.8.11688

Balcony Railing

Lucien Verbeke

c. 1936 · pen and ink on paper

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