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This is a drawing of an allegorical scene featuring numerous symbolic figures and objects. The drawing is detailed and elaborate, with mythical and allegorical figures surrounding a framed portrait of a young woman. The young woman is elegantly dressed, and her portrait is held within an ornate frame adorned with foliage and symbolic motifs. Surrounding her are figures such as winged angels, a skeletal figure holding an hourglass and a scythe, and other characters associated with themes of time, mortality, and artistic endeavor. One figure appears to be an artist holding a palette and brushes, gazing out from the lower left. Above, a banner is held aloft by cherubs. The image is rich in symbolism, suggesting themes of time, impermanence, art, and knowledge in the style of the Northern Renaissance.

Print2012.92.594

Bartholomaeus Spranger and his Late Wife Christina Muller

Aegidius Sadeler II, after Bartholomaeus Spranger

c. 1600 · engraving on laid paper

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The image shows a man seated among various allegorical figures. The man has a short beard and curly hair, wearing a large ruff and richly adorned attire. Surrounding him are mythological and symbolic figures, including a skeletal figure, a winged cherub, and an elderly, bearded man with wings and a scythe. The background features intricate architectural embellishments and putti holding decorative garlands and objects. To the man's right is a portrait of a young woman in a decorative oval frame. The scene is filled with symbolic items, creating a baroque and complex composition.

Print1950.14.1139

Bartholomew and Christina Spranger

Aegidius Sadeler II

Date not recorded · engraving

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This is a painting of a fair scene with various activities and performances taking place in an open square. The scene is lively with many figures engaged in different forms of entertainment and social interaction. To the left, there is a grand building with ornate architectural details. The scene captures swings, shows and performances on stages, a diverse crowd, and vendors selling goods. The background shows a large church with tall spires, while the foreground includes details such as dogs and performers. The attire is colorful and detailed, creating a vivid and animated portrayal of a fairground scene. This painting is in the style of Thomas Rowlandson.

Print1945.5.1227

Bartholomew Fair

Thomas Rowlandson, after John Nixon

1807 · etching and stipple with hand coloring on wove paper

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This is a drawing of a historical battle scene. The image shows armored figures engaged in combat. In the foreground, a fallen soldier lies on the ground with a shield beside them, while two standing figures prepare for further confrontation. The scene is filled with soldiers wearing helmets and armor, many of them carrying pikes and shields. The background is crowded with more warriors, creating a turbulent atmosphere typical of a pitched battle. Sharp diagonal lines suggest movement and tension, and detailed engraving emphasizes the texture of the armor and weapons.

Print1969.15.313

Bartolomeo

Jacques Callot after Matteo Rosselli

1619 · engraving on laid paper

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Sculpture1957.14.1128.a

Bartolomeo Panciatichi, 1468-1533, Merchant [obverse]

Jacques Gauvain

1517 · bronze

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This is a drawing of a scene with a horse and a person suspended in mid-air. The drawing depicts a dynamic tableau, with a figure falling or being projected into the air near a structure wall. Two horses are below, one rearing up. Several figures are on the ground, some tending to the horses and others engaged in various activities. A dog is at the bottom right. The background features architecture like an arch and a textured wall, suggesting an urban setting. The drawing uses line work and shading to convey texture and depth.

Print1969.15.308

Bartolomeo, Farrier

Jacques Callot after Fabrizio Boschi

1619 · engraving on laid paper

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The sculpture is a medal with a bas-relief depiction of a man wearing a tall hat and a high-collared garment. The figure's face is visible with distinct features such as the nose, ear, and high cheekbones. The sculpture is made of a greyish-silver material, possibly metal, with a slightly rough texture. An inscription is engraved around the edge of the medal, and there is a hole at the top for display or wear.

Sculpture1957.14.731.a

Bartolommeo Colleone of Bergamo, 1400-1475, Condottiere [obverse]

Marco Guidizani

1455 or after · lead

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Sculpture1957.14.811.a

Bartolommeo Partenio, active 1480-1485, Humanist [obverse]

Lysippus Junior

c. 1480/1485 · bronze//Late cast

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Sculpture1957.14.705.a

Bartolommeo Pendaglia, died 1462, Merchant of Ferrara [obverse]

Sperandio

c. 1462 · bronze

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Shown from the knees up, a cleanshaven, young man with pale, peachy skin leans on his right elbow, to our left, against a ledge and holds a black top hat in that hand in this vertical portrait painting. His body faces us and he looks slightly off to our left, as if just over our left shoulder, with dark eyes. He has a wide nose, his pale pink lips are closed, and he has the hint of a five o’clock shadow on his square jaw and cleft chin. Sideburns come down past his ears, and straight brown hair falls in long bangs over his forehead and around his eyes and ears. White cloth wraps around his neck and is tied in a knot at the base of his throat. His white vest is striped faintly with light blue. Over that, his gray jacket has a black collar at the back and wide, gray lapels that reach his shoulders. The jacket is fitted to his waist, where it is buttoned, and then flares out into the shadows at his knees. Silver buttons gleam in the light from our left, down that side of the jacket. His left fist, on our right, rests against his hip as he leans on his other elbow, presumably on a ledge or high table. He holds the black top hat in that hand so we see the crimson-red lining within. The dark background behind him is subtly streaked with brick and coffee brown.

Painting1941.10.1

Bartolomé Sureda y Miserol

Francisco Goya

c. 1803/1804 · oil on canvas

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This is a painting of two birds by the water with a plant in the background. The painting depicts two Bartram's sandpipers near the edge of a body of water. One bird is flying with wings outstretched, while the other is in a grounded position. Their feathers exhibit a pattern of browns, whites, and blacks. In the background, a green plant with broad leaves and a red bud is visible, rooted in rocky terrain. The water nearby is calm, reflecting hues of blue, and extends toward distant mountains under a soft sky. This painting is in the style of John James Audubon.

Print1945.8.303

Bartram Sandpiper

Robert Havell after John James Audubon

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

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The image shows a portrait of a man framed within an oval. The man is depicted seated with his body slightly turned to his right but facing forward. He has curly, short hair and a full beard showing intricate detailing. He is wearing a robe with a visible collar and decorative trims, featuring elaborate patterns and button details. The man is gesturing with his right hand palm facing up, while his left hand is resting on an unseen surface. Above him, the name "Baruch" is engraved in the surrounding border within an elaborate frame. Simple lines fill the background.

Print1974.55.7.f

Baruch

Theodor Galle after Jan van der Straet

published 1613 · engraving on laid paper

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This image shows an engraved design featuring a cannon with large wheels next to an eagle perched on top, situated on the left side of a rectangular stone slab. The color scheme is predominantly grayscale with subtle hints of blue and gray tones throughout the stone surface. The cannon is positioned slightly to the left in the composition, with its barrel pointing to the right, while the eagle is perched on the cannon barrel facing forward, wings tucked close to its body. To accompany the cannon, a stack of cannonballs is carved on the lower left, further anchoring the scene within the carved rectangle.

Index of American Design1943.8.14896

Bas Relief

Edward L. Loper

c. 1938 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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The sculpture depicts a relief scene of a crucified figure, bearing the "INRI" inscription above its head. The figure has outstretched arms and is nailed to a cross, with a cloth around the waist. The sculpture has a stone-like appearance with a textured earthy color palette of browns and grays. It is set within an ornate arched frame with decorative carvings. The relief is displayed on a flat beige surface, emphasizing it as the focal point. The portrayal of the human form is detailed and disciplined by the relief format.

Index of American Design1943.8.12793

Bas Relief Plaque

Stanley Mazur

c. 1940 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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The image shows a ground-level view of a narrow path lined with trees in a densely wooded area. The path leads towards a lighter area in the distance. The trees form a canopy overhead, partially blocking the sky. The scene has a sepia tone with muted browns and light shades. Earthy tones are prominent, creating a timeless and tranquil atmosphere. Sunlight filters through the trees, casting dappled patterns on the path.

Photograph2019.20.1

Bas-Breau, Forest of Fontainebleau

Gustave Le Gray

1852 · salted paper print

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The image shows a woodland path with tall trees on both sides. The viewpoint is from the ground looking straight ahead along the narrowing path. The canopy of leaves overhead nearly obscures the high horizon line. The tree trunks cast shadows, and sunlight filters through the leaves onto the ground. The photograph lacks distinct brushstrokes giving it a painterly effect. The color palette is primarily sepia tones, with shades of deep browns and soft golds. In the distance, the path continues into the forest.

Photograph1995.36.92

Bas-Bréau, Forest of Fontainebleau

Gustave Le Gray

1849-1852 · salted paper print

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This is a bas-relief depicting a procession. The artwork shows stylized figures in a ceremonial setting, including figures on horseback with exaggerated features. The central figure holds a baton or stick, while another figure carries a drum. There are cloud-like elements above. The style is reminiscent of caricature or satire, emphasizing facial and body features with distinct lines and contours.

Print2015.143.533

Bas-relief en pain d'épices ...

Honoré Daumier

1851 · lithograph

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The image shows a large carved wooden object resembling a stylized pinecone or floral form. It has prominent grooves and petal-like structures. The object is positioned centrally against an off-white background.

Index of American Design1943.8.12811

Base for Weather Vane

Hazel Hyde

c. 1939 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard

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The sculpture portrays a humanoid figure in a standing position. The figure is wearing a helmet and a form-fitting suit resembling pilot or aviator attire, with a bow tie or scarf around the neck. The sculpture is primarily green with brown accents on the gloves, boots, and helmet. The material seems to be wood, evident from the visible grain and texture. The figure stands on a black rectangular base. The sculpture has a stylized, cartoonish quality with simplified features and a smooth, polished finish.

Index of American Design1943.8.16410

Baseball Player

Mina Lowry

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

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The image shows two views of the same figure, depicted from the front and the back. The figure is shown from head to toe and stands upright in both views. The person has a neutral expression with dark, cropped hair peeking out from under a red cap. They are wearing a matching traditional or uniform-style outfit that includes a dark jacket and pants with red leg covers, and black shoes. The person is holding a dark bat or stick in front with both hands. There are no objects or additional details around the person. The background is plain and beige.

Index of American Design1943.8.8570

Baseball Player Coin Bank

William O. Fletcher

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

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Index of American Design1947.1.14

Basement of Urban House, 1910

Perkins Harnly

c. 1947 · watercolor, pen and ink, gouache, and graphite on paper

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The image shows a portrait of a person's upper body, including the head and shoulders. The person is slightly turned to the left, with their face looking at the viewer. They have wavy, shoulder-length hair, a long nose, full lips, and a subtle smile. The person is dressed in formal attire with a dark, richly-textured garment, a star-shaped decoration, and a wide collar underlay. They are also wearing a sash across their chest. The background has an ornate, oval frame with decorative lines radiating outward. Inside the frame at the bottom is an emblem or crest featuring a lion.

Print1943.3.6505

Basile Fouquet

Robert Nanteuil

1658 · engraving

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The image depicts a decorative pedestal with a basin at the top, supported by a column with intricate carvings such as animal heads and decorative swags. The color palette is grayscale with hints of brown outlining the pedestal's details. The pedestal is positioned in the center of the image on a square platform. Shadows underneath the pedestal imply a light source from the upper left.

Drawing1998.105.1.zz

Basin Supported by Sphinxes

Jacques-Louis David

1775/80 · red chalk and gray wash on laid paper

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This is a photograph of a decorative ceramic plate. The plate features an intricate design with a central depiction of a mythical creature set against a geometric backdrop. Radiating outwards are concentric circles filled with detailed patterns in shades of blue, orange, and white. The outermost border of the plate is adorned with repetitive diamond and circular designs.

Decorative Art2014.136.308

Basin with geometric patterns and dragon

Deruta or Faenza 15th Century

c. 1480/1500 · tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)

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