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The image shows a detailed drawing of a vertically oriented column with a sphere on top and a twisting pattern of red and white stripes along its shaft. The color palette includes shades of white, red, blue, and black with a weathered effect. The background is a plain, light beige. There is an inscription in the bottom right corner with the artist's name and additional text.

Index of American Design1943.8.2725

Barber Pole

Vera Van Voris

c. 1939 · watercolor, gouache and graphite on paper

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The image shows a tall, ornate, vertical wooden post with a spherical top and a twisted design below it. The post has alternating bands of red and white on its main body, while the base is dark and weathered. The color palette includes shades of red, white, blue, and natural wood tones, with darker hues at the base of the post. The object is centered vertically in the image, with its lower part resting on a dark rectangular base.

Index of American Design1943.8.8052

Barber Pole

Vera Van Voris

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

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Index of American Design1943.8.13825

Barber Pole

Emile Cero

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

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The image shows a tall, ornately designed column with a decorative top, resting on a solid base. The column is made up of alternating segments of color, primarily soft pinks, whites, and some dark accents, creating a striped pattern. The base has a square shape with similar color elements, featuring circular decorative pieces and detailing that mirrors the column's pattern. The column is centrally placed against a plain tan background. The ornate top of the column consists of a spherical embellishment with a small architectural structure resembling a miniature temple roof or bird figurine. The objects are all centrally aligned and uniformly balanced within the frame.

Index of American Design1943.8.16400

Barber Pole

Elisabeth Fulda

1935/1942 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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The sculpture is an ornate column with a spherical finial topped with a small eagle figure. The column itself has red and white diagonal stripes spiraling upward, alternating with deep black sections. It sits on a square pedestal base adorned with a red and white checkered pattern and protruding spherical ornaments. The materials resemble painted stone or wood, showcasing detailed craftsmanship.

Index of American Design1943.8.17370

Barber Pole

American 20th Century

1935/1942 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

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Index of American Design1943.8.16845

Barber Shop

Perkins Harnly

1935/1942 · watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper

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The image shows a large, transparent green glass decanter with a ribbed texture, a stopper on top, and a wide, bulbous base that tapers to a narrow neck and flares slightly at the mouth. The color palette is primarily muted green with subtle gradients and highlights, set against a soft, beige background. The decanter is placed centrally in the composition.

Index of American Design1943.8.10692

Barber Shop Bottle

Gertrude Lemberg

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

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The image shows a large, blue glass vessel with a spherical base and a long, narrow neck, prominently placed at the center. The color palette of the vessel is primarily a range of blue tones, with lighter and darker shades creating a sense of dimension and detail. The vase is adorned with elongated vertical lines and a few star patterns near the base. The object is centered within a simple rectangular frame with a plain background.

Index of American Design1943.8.11328

Barber Shop Bottle

Gertrude Lemberg

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

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The image displays a tall, slender bottle with a pink and white marbled pattern. The bottle is placed upright in the center of the image, casting a shadow to the left. The color scheme consists of soft pinks, whites, and muted beige tones. The background is a uniform light beige.

Index of American Design1943.8.10881

Barber's Bottle

Edward White

c. 1936 · watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

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The image shows a straight razor with a dark wooden handle and a shiny steel blade. The color palette is neutral, with black, brown, and silver tones against a light beige background. The handle is positioned at the bottom, extending diagonally to the left, while the unfolded blade points diagonally towards the upper left corner. The blade is oriented diagonally, with its sharp edge facing upward.

Index of American Design1943.8.17173

Barber's Sign

Wynna Wright

c. 1938 · watercolor and pen and ink on paper

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This is a photograph of a coin. The image shows a bronze-toned coin with engraved text and intricate designs. The coin features the words "NVL," "NE," "SI," and "FROTE," along with an emblematic symbol at the center that resembles a palm or a similar plant. Surrounding the central motif, there is an ornate border design of leaves and swirling patterns.

Sculpture1957.14.818.b

Barbican [reverse]

Attributed to Giovanni Candida

1472/1480 · bronze

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The image depicts a snow-covered landscape with a winding path leading into the distance. The horizon is obscured by a line of leafless trees and dense shrubbery. Several trees with bare branches and snow-laden evergreens are visible. The trees and path show intricate texture, with fine detail in the snow and branches. The color palette is monochromatic and utilizes a sepia tone, giving the scene a vintage and serene effect.

Photograph2018.168.1

Barbizon Roadway in Snow

Eugène Cuvelier

c. 1860 · albumen silver print

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The image shows a forest scene with tall trees. The foreground features dark, textured forest floor with shadows indicating thick foliage above. In the background, there are clusters of trees with slender trunks and dense canopies under a textured sky. The horizon is low with a line of trees spanning the composition. The image uses intricate brushstrokes or etching strokes to create a play of dark and light areas, resulting in a monochromatic palette of rich browns and deep blacks. Light areas peek through the trees, contrasting with the dark mass of leaves above.

Print1980.45.866

Barbizon: Foret de Fontainbleau

Maurice Jacque

Date not recorded · lithograph and aquatint

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The image shows a view from a slightly elevated perspective of a stone cottage surrounded by tall, leafless trees. The landscape appears to be in either autumn or winter. The horizon is not visible, but the tree tops suggest a boundary. The artwork seems to be an etching or engraving, with fine lines and a textured appearance. The color scheme is monochrome, with blacks, whites, and grays. A figure is depicted near the cottage, possibly tending to a garden or carrying a bundle. The trees create a dense backdrop around the cottage, adding to the secluded atmosphere.

Print1980.45.867

Barbizon: La maison de garde

Maurice Jacque

Date not recorded · lithograph and aquatint

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Print1943.3.2945

Barbé-Marbois

Honoré Daumier

1835 · lithograph

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Print1943.3.2946

Barbé-Marbois

Honoré Daumier

1835 · lithograph

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This is a drawing of an ornate ancient ship. The drawing depicts a large, elaborately decorated vessel with intricate carvings and figures. The ship is adorned with mythological influences and what appear to be mythological creatures or deities, labeled as "Castor" and "Poluce." The ship has a high stern and bow adorned with sculptures, including horses and classical figures. Oars extend from the sides of the ship, indicating it is a rowing vessel, and the mast is adorned with banners and rigging.

Print2002.135.8

Barcha de Castor e Poluce

Balthasar Moncornet after Remigio Cantagallina

Date not recorded · etching on laid paper

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This is a drawing of a ship with mythical decorations. The ship is adorned with dragon figureheads emitting smoke or steam. Figures in ancient armor line the sides, some holding spears upright. The deck is crowded with these figures. The stern is elevated with grand carvings, featuring a figure with a staff. Minimal detail is given to the water. The drawing has a historical period interpretation with a strong linear quality typical of engravings.

Print2002.135.3

Barcha del Hercole

Balthasar Moncornet after Remigio Cantagallina

Date not recorded · etching on laid paper

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The image shows an ornate sea chariot being led by mythical creatures. Mermaids and tritons guide the chariot over the ocean waves. The chariot is intricately decorated and features a figure seated on top. More mythical figures surround the chariot, enhancing the marine setting. The figures are dynamic in posture, indicating movement across the sea.

Print2002.135.19

Barcha di musici rapra Clauco dio Marino e Tritoni

Balthasar Moncornet after Remigio Cantagallina

Date not recorded · etching on laid paper

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Print2017.53.105

Bardolph

John Hamilton Mortimer

1763 · etching printed in brown-black ink on laid paper

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This is a painting depicting a bare-knuckle boxing match with two fighters in a ring surrounded by a crowd. Both fighters are men with light skin, and they wear no shirts. The fighter on the left wears orange pants with black dots, while the fighter on the right wears red pants with white dots. Behind these men are two other shirtless men wearing the same types of pants, as well as two other men wearing more formal attire, including jackets, vests, and hats. Outside the ring, a semi-circle of light-skinned men in formal attire watch the central fight. The setting is outdoors, with grass around the feet of the spectators and green hills in the background. Above the group, the sky is light gray.

Painting1980.62.9

Bare Knuckles

George A. Hayes

c. 1870/1885 · oil on paperboard on wood

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The image shows a detailed drawing of a tree viewed straight-on, with no visible horizon. The tree trunk is depicted with textured lines, and the branches extend outwards with intricate lines, creating a sparse canopy. The style features precise linework that follows the forms of the tree. The color palette is minimal, with the paper's neutral tone as the background and dark lines for the tree. A stark contrast is created between the lines and the paper, emphasizing the tree's form.

Drawing1959.16.3.b

Bare Tree [verso]

Fra Bartolommeo

Date not recorded · pen and brown ink on laid paper

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The image shows a riverside scene with trees lining the riverbank. Boats are moored along the river, including a larger docked structure. The water reflects the surrounding trees and structures. Closest to the viewer is a small rowing boat on the grassy shore and a dirt path with a wooden fence. The overall tone is sepia, creating a nostalgic atmosphere.

Photograph2006.169.29

Barges at Oxford

Victor Albert Prout

1862 · albumen silver print

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The image shows a brass musical instrument, similar to a saxhorn or a cornet, in the center. The color palette features warm brass tones with hints of green patina against a beige background. The instrument is displayed horizontally with the bell on the left and the coiled tubing extending to the right, showcasing its valves and intricate metalwork near the center.

Index of American Design1943.8.12727

Baritone Horn

Edward L. Loper

c. 1938 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

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