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The image shows a tool with a wooden handle and a metal blade with a curved end. The color palette includes brown for the handle and shiny grey for the blade, set against a light beige background. The tool is positioned centrally and vertically in the image.

Index of American Design1943.8.8613

Bark Peeler

Chester Kluf

c. 1937 · watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper

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This is a drawing of small vignettes on a single sheet. The drawing depicts various sketches scattered across a pale background. There is a darkly shaded dog in the lower right corner in a dynamic pose. Surrounding this are faint sketches of human figures in different compositions, including several gesturing or interacting with each other. These include a small group pointing, a duo engaged in an activity on the upper left, and several other figures positioned around the page. The drawing is executed with a minimal, loose line style, indicating quick, observational sketches capturing movements and interactions.

Drawing2015.19.2643

Barking Dog and Studies for "Militia Training"

James Goodwyn Clonney

c. 1841 · graphite and ink wash on wove paper

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Two sculpted horse heads emerge from a rectangular decorative plaque adorned with botanical elements like leaves and flower motifs. The color palette consists predominantly of various tones of brown, tan, and hints of gold, giving an antique effect. Positioned centrally, the horse heads face forward with their necks nestled within a border accentuated by floral carvings that extend horizontally across the plaque.

Index of American Design1943.8.12787

Barn Decoration

Walter Hochstrasser

c. 1938 · watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

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The image features a large black steam traction engine with wheels and a chimney on the left side, as well as a red threshing machine on the right. The color palette consists of earthy browns, metallic greys, and pops of red and green. In the foreground, there are tools, ropes, and barrels on a wooden floor, with a plow in the center. The steam engine is on the left, while the threshing machine is on the right, surrounded by pipes, wheels, and pulleys, along with various other tools and equipment throughout the scene.

Index of American Design1947.1.11

Barn Gangway

Perkins Harnly

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

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Print1945.8.171

Barn Owl

Robert Havell after John James Audubon

1833 · hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper

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This is a painting of two swallows perched on a nest. The birds are depicted with rich coloring, showcasing their blue feathers and reddish-brown underparts. The nest is crafted from mud and straw, creating intricate texture. The background is minimal, accentuating the focus on the swallows and their nest. This composition highlights the beauty of the birds and their nesting environment. This is in the style of John James Audubon.

Print1945.8.173

Barn Swallow

Robert Havell after John James Audubon

1833 · hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper

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This is a painting of two Barnacle Geese in a coastal landscape. The image depicts two geese, one standing with its body largely upright and head raised, and the other bending forward. Both birds have distinctive black, white, and gray plumage, with detailed feathers. The setting is a rocky shoreline with waves, distant hills, and a cloudy sky. The painting is rendered with precise details in a naturalistic approach.

Print1945.8.296

Barnacle Goose

Robert Havell after John James Audubon

1836 · hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper

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This painting depicts a group of geese near a small body of water. The illustration showcases several geese standing near the water's edge on a grassy and rocky terrain. The geese are identified as "Bernicla Leucopsis" at the bottom. The focus is on the plumage and features of the geese, displaying a realistic approach to their portrayal. The geese have primarily black heads, white facial markings, and a mix of dark and light feathers on their bodies. The background features a landscape with blurred marshes and subdued colors. The illustration style is precise and resembles that of famed wildlife artists like John James Audubon.

Print1970.25.4

Barnacle Goose (Bernicla Leucopsis)

Joseph Wolf and H.C. Richter

Date not recorded · hand-colored lithograph

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Index of American Design1943.8.8611

Barometer

William Spiecker

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

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The image shows a small, house-shaped structure with a pointed roof. Inside, there are two figures positioned within separate arches. The structure is painted in faded teal with touches of rust and red, and adorned with floral decorations. The figures inside the arches appear to be small statues or figurines. They are placed side by side within the building, centered in the image. The background is a plain, light beige color that contrasts with the colorful, detailed structure in the middle.

Index of American Design1943.8.8612

Barometer

Max Fernekes

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

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Print2006.57.19

Baron Brudern

Giuseppe Longhi

1808 · engraving and etching printed in color on laid paper

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Print1943.3.2960

Baron de Lascours

Honoré Daumier

1835 · lithograph

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This painting shows a man seated on a decorative red chair, his body turned towards the left and his head turned to look at us. He has a round face, light skin, and gray curly hair that goes down past his shoulders. He wears a red robe with thick white fur trim and rests one arm on a red table or surface on the left. On top of this surface are several sheets of white paper. In the background, there is a stone pillar on the left and draped green curtains on the right.

Painting1942.4.1

Baron Graham

John Singleton Copley

1804 · oil on canvas

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Sculpture1957.14.1060.a

Baron Johann von Khevenhüller, 1537/1538-1606 [obverse]

Antonio Abondio

c. 1571 · bronze

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Portfolio2023.90.1.11

Barque de Dai-Ko-Ku, bois

Félix-Hilaire Buhot

1883 · etching on Japanese paper

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The image shows a seascape with fishing boats anchored in calm waters. A horizon line is slightly above the midpoint, with buildings and hilly terrain visible. The boats are central, with a person rowing a small boat nearby. The etching lines create texture in the waves and clouds. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of gray and black.

Print2000.7.2

Barque de Pecheurs

Adolphe Appian

1874 · etching on laid paper

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The image shows a coastal scene with a rocky shoreline, a body of water, a low horizon, a sky, and a detailed landscape with a fishing boat anchored close by. There are figures near the boat and rocky outcrops creating a boundary. The right side of the image shows rocky formations climbing upwards. The color palette is warm and earthy, with tan and deep shadows highlighting the composition's contrast.

Print1975.34.2

Barque de pecheurs faisant escale dans les rochers de Collioure

Adolphe Appian

Date not recorded · etching

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The image shows a view of several boats anchored close to us on a body of water. The boats have detailed masts and sails, showcasing the craftsmanship of the vessels. The largest boat in the center has a light-colored sail that stands out. Other boats are seen in the distance. A coastline with faint buildings and boats is visible on the horizon. The sky and water feature horizontal etchings, adding movement and texture. The color palette is primarily muted sepia and black tones. The etching strokes combine realism with artistic fluidity in creating a calm maritime scene.

Print1975.34.5

Barques de Cabotage

Adolphe Appian

Date not recorded · etching

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The image shows sailboats on a body of water. Two larger boats are in the center, with intricate masts and sails against the sky. A smaller boat with a lone rower is closer and more detailed. The artwork features fine etching with delicate lines, creating texture in the water and sky. The color palette is primarily black, white, and sepia. Faint coastal buildings and cliffs are seen in the distance.

Print1975.34.6

Barques de Cabotage

Adolphe Appian

Date not recorded · etching

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The image shows a scene with a house or series of buildings along the horizon line, under a sun in the sky. The structures are depicted with bold black lines and simple details like arched windows and doors. In the foreground, there are swirling lines indicating a textured landscape leading to the buildings, with a dark structure to the left. The artwork is in black and gray tones, resembling an etching or drypoint technique with varying stroke intensity and direction.

Print2012.92.238

Barracks (Kaserne)

Walter Gramatté

1916 · drypoint on cardstock

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The image displays a rusty brown metallic object resembling a hook or clasp mechanism. It is resting horizontally with a curved hook extending from its top and a loop at the end. The background is a plain, light beige color.

Index of American Design1943.8.12551

Barrel Lock

C. Milford Lee

c. 1939 · watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

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This is a portrait of a man. He is shown in a three-quarter view, facing slightly to the right, with curly hair, a round face, full cheeks, and a calm expression. The man wears a formal double-breasted suit with a high-collared white shirt and a cravat, and there is a signature below the portrait that reads "Barthe."

Print1980.45.52

Barthe

Probably French 19th Century

Date not recorded · lithograph

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The engraving shows an oval portrait of a man facing the viewer in three-quarter view. The man has facial hair and short white hair. He wears a dark coat with a white collar. The portrait is surrounded by an ornate architectural frame with decorative elements, including foliage, scrolls, and symmetrical designs. Classical motifs are present in the background, along with a skull above a cross, clouds, and a plaque with French text.

Print1991.164.56

Barthelemy Tremblay

Michel Lasne

1639 · engraving on laid paper; laid down

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The image portrays a detailed allegorical scene with multiple figures and intricate elements. In the center left, a man is depicted from the waist up, wearing a richly adorned garment with a high ruffled collar. His facial hair is styled in a moustache and pointed beard, and he has a serious expression. Behind him, angelic figures and allegorical beings hold various objects like trumpets and a scythe. On the right, an ornate oval portrait of a woman is shown from the chest up, adorned with a lace collar and neatly styled hair. She has a solemn and composed expression. Below the portrait, a cherub holds up a drapery that reveals a skull. Around the figures are items related to art and time, such as a painter's palette, an hourglass, and bones. The background is filled with elaborate ornamentation, including fruits and decorative elements, creating a rich visual environment.

Print2012.92.593

Bartholomaeus Spranger and his Late Wife Christina Muller

Aegidius Sadeler II, after Bartholomaeus Spranger

c. 1600 · engraving on laid paper

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