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The image shows a group of Native American men gathered closely together in a dance formation. They are positioned facing slightly towards the right, with their full bodies visible. Some have bent knees and various arm poses suggesting movement. Their faces are visible, featuring a range of expressions, adorned with body paint and feathers. The men have long, dark hair styled with feathers. They are dressed in natural-colored, fringed garments decorated with feathers and painted designs. The background consists of softly blended earth tones transitioning to a lighter blue sky, with green grass beneath their feet.

Painting1965.16.134

Bear Dance - K'nisteneux

George Catlin

1861 · oil on card mounted on paperboard

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The sculpture portrays three dogs in a dynamic encounter on a rocky base. The dogs have muscular physiques and are shown in action. The central dog is dominant, rearing up with its mouth open. Another dog is lying on its back, and the third dog is standing upright and lunging forward. The sculpture is made from a dark material, likely bronze, giving it a rich brown color with a metallic sheen. The surface detailing captures the texture of the dogs' fur and muscles realistically.

Sculpture2015.19.3859

Bear Fleeing from Dogs

Antoine-Louis Barye

model n.d., cast after 1870 by 1873 · bronze

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Drawing of a hunting scene with four dogs attacking a bear. A hunter holding a spear is nearby in a forested environment. The bear lies on its back, with its limbs raised defensively as the dogs bite and pin it to the ground. The artwork shows detailed fur and musculature on the animals. The background features a distant hilltop with a small castle or fort, surrounded by lush foliage. The style is reminiscent of German Renaissance artists like Albrecht Dürer, known for realistic depictions of wildlife and nature.

Print1950.1.83

Bear Hunt

Augustin Hirschvogel

1545 · etching

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This is a painting of wildlife in a forest setting. The scene depicts a bear in a tree, a deer walking, and a striped feline on the ground. The background features trees with round foliage on a textured backdrop, with sections of grass. The colors contrast with the greenery, and there is a sense of movement through the flowing form of the tree branches and leaves. This is in the style of folk or naive art, characterized by its simplified shapes and bold use of color.

Drawing1953.5.130

Bear in Tree

American 19th Century

c. 1850 · stencil and watercolor

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The image shows a tranquil lake with trees framing the edges. The horizon is high, with a distant tree line and scattered clouds above. Trees, a small building, foliage, and rocks are visible. The color palette is monochromatic with sepia tones. The lake reflects the surrounding woodland.

Photograph2015.112.4

Bear Lake

William H. Rau

c. 1895 · albumen silver print

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The sculpture depicts three dogs surrounding a boar. The boar has its mouth open. The sculpture is made of bronze with green patination. The animals are depicted in a dynamic and energetic manner, emphasizing their texture and musculature.

Sculpture2015.19.3858

Bear Overthrown by Hounds

Antoine-Louis Barye

model c. 1834/1838, cast by 1873 · bronze

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This is an illustration of a bear reclining next to several beehives. A bear is lying on its back with one paw touching its head, appearing relaxed. Some beehives are placed on a bench, with one hive overturned. The background includes thick foliage and a wooden fence, creating a tranquil setting. The drawing features fine lines to depict various textures such as fur, wood, and leaves, capturing a peaceful moment in a natural setting.

Drawing2015.19.2925

Bear Stung by Bees

William Holbrook Beard

1865-1895 · pen and black ink over graphite on paperboard

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This is a painting of an animal mask. The image shows a lion-like mask with detailed features such as large, rounded ears, wide eyes, and a sculpted mane. The expression of the mask is solemn, with a prominent nose and mouth. The colors used are mainly earth tones like brown and gray, giving the mask a realistic appearance. Fine brushwork highlights the texture of the fur and facial features, creating a lifelike effect. The style is focused on detailed naturalism and may be inspired by cultural masks and animal representations.

Index of American Design1943.8.16379

Bear's Head

Laura Bilodeau

c. 1939 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard

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The image shows a sketch of a person's upper body, depicted in a frontal position with minimal detail. Facial features including eyebrows, eyes, nose, mouth, and mustache are outlined with dark strokes. Hair is suggested with a few lines covering the forehead. The clothing is minimally depicted. The drawing is on a light background with no additional objects or jewelry present. The image is composed of soft lines and light shading on a textured paper.

Drawing1980.45.1607

Bearded Figure

John Flaxman

Date not recorded · pen and brown ink over graphite

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Drawing1995.52.26

Bearded Head after the Antique

Giovanni Battista Cipriani

Date not recorded · gray wash heightened with white on brown wove paper

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This drawing depicts an intricately designed heraldic figure. A central human bust with a bearded male visage sits atop a pedestalesque construct adorned with decorative scrollwork and hanging tassels. Crossed swords, each adorned with circular shields, extend from either side of the bust. Suspended from the swords are garlands that include various botanical elements such as leaves, vines, and possibly fruits. The piece is rich in detail with intricate shading, creating texture and depth, giving it a primarily ornamental and emblematic appearance.

Print1964.8.861

Bearded Head on a Pedestal

Jean Mignon

Date not recorded · etching

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Print1996.113.3

Bearded Man in a Fur Cap, Facing Left

Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione

c. 1645/1647 · etching on laid paper

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Print2014.73.2

Bearded Man in a Fur Cap, Facing Left

Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione

c. 1645/1647 · etching on laid paper

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Print1943.3.7236

Bearded Man in a Velvet Cap with a Jewel Clasp

Rembrandt van Rijn

1637 · etching

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Drawing2004.166.5

Bearded Man in Profile (recto) / Woman Looking Up (verso)

Alexandre Bida

Date not recorded · graphite on blue wove paper

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The etching depicts a man's upper body in a downward-facing position. His head is bent forward. He has a prominent forehead, wide nose, heavily bearded face, and thin, receding hair. He wears a dark garment. There are no visible jewelry or objects in his hands. The background is plain with cross-hatching.

Print1943.3.7080

Bearded Man Looking Down

Studio of Rembrandt van Rijn

possibly 1631 · etching and drypoint

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The image shows a sketch of a man's head and shoulders. The man faces right with a slightly downward tilted head. He has a long beard, wavy hair, a prominent nose, and a furrowed expression. He appears to be wearing a robe or garment with a broad collar. The background is a textured light blue surface. There are no visible items of jewelry or other objects in the image.

Drawing2004.166.37

Bearded Man Looking Up / Cloaked Figure with Raised Arms

Alexandre Bida

Date not recorded · graphite on blue wove paper

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Shown from the shoulders up, a bearded man with wrinkles lining his pale-skinned face looks up and to our left, toward a bright light source, in this vertical portrait painting. His shoulders are angled to our left, and he tips his head slightly back so his face turns toward us. He looks up from the corners of his gray eyes under bushy brows. A soft gray cap, pushed back high over the crown of his head, frames his face over a few tuffs of charcoal-gray hair on his high forehead. His brows are furrowed and his hollow cheeks ruddy. He has a silvery gray mustache, and his long, full beard falls to his chest. Lines have been incised in the gray and white paint of his beard to reveal an underlayer of rust orange. His slate-gray tunic is streaked with fawn brown to create highlights. The background is painted with blended strokes of leather brown and touches of golden orange, and it lightens around the man’s head.

Painting2006.172.1

Bearded Man with a Beret

Jan Lievens

c. 1630 · oil on panel

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The image shows a head-and-shoulders portrait of a person facing slightly towards the left with their head tilted. The facial features are obscured by detailed etching, with the eyes and mouth faintly discernible. The individual wears a large, feathered hat dominating the upper part of the image, and extended hair or material adds to the texture. They have a shawl or cloth around their neck, with no visible jewelry or objects. The background is plain, with the inscriptions "Castiglione" and "Genovese" in the upper left corner.

Print1996.113.2

Bearded Man with Shadowed Face, Wearing a Scarf and a Plumed Hat

Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione

c. 1645/1647 · etching on laid paper

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The image shows the upper body of a person, mainly focusing on the head and shoulders. The person is positioned facing forward, with their face turned slightly toward the left. Their facial features are partially obscured by a dense and textured hat with fluffy edges. The hair seems voluminous and curly. The person wears fabric draping around their shoulders, adding to the texture. No jewelry or objects in the hands are visible. The background features sparse, sketch-like lines that could represent foliage or a natural setting.

Print2001.109.2

Bearded Man with Shadowed Face, Wearing a Scarf and a Plumed Hat

Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione

c. 1645/1647 · etching on laid paper

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The image showcases an abstract composition with swirling and cross-hatched lines creating a dense texture. Some shapes hint at a human face with a possible hat or headdress, along with a feather-like silhouette. The lines suggest a voluminous beard or mane around the figure, evoking the image of a person draped in a textured costume.

Print2014.73.5

Bearded Man with Shadowed Face, Wearing a Scarf and a Plumed Hat

Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione

1645/1650 · etching on laid paper

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Print2017.53.97

Bearded Man with Turban and Young Woman

Robert Blyth, after John Hamilton Mortimer

1782 · etching on wove paper

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The image shows the upper half of a man's body. His shoulders are turned slightly to the side while his face is directed towards the viewer. The man has a beard and a stern expression. He is wearing a large, furry hat that covers the top of his head, with his hair visible around his temples. He is dressed in clothing with a fur-lined collar. The background is plain, focusing on the subject. The artwork is in monochrome, featuring shading and cross-hatching for texture.

Print1943.3.7090

Bearded Man, in a Furred Oriental Cap and Robe: the Artist's Father

Rembrandt van Rijn

1631 · etching and burin

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Print1994.72.7

Bearded Moor in a Feathered Turban with a Veil, Turned to the Right

Stefano Della Bella

1649/1650 · etching on laid paper

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