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The image shows a person standing upright with one hand raised, holding a sharp object. They have a large head with short, dark hair, and wear a long coat, buttoned at the top, with a knee-length hem. The person is barefoot. In the background, there is another figure raising their hands, and a donkey with its head lowered. The setting appears outdoors, with a tree swaying in the wind. The ground is rough and sparse. There is an inscription below the image.

Print2020.43.14

Bertoldino Cutting Off the Donkey's Ears

Giuseppe Maria Crespi and Ludovico Mattioli

c. 1710/1715 · etching on laid paper

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The image shows a figure standing by a stone well. The person is depicted lifting the lid of a wooden chest placed on the well. The background includes a cloudy sky with lined shading. Italian text is inscribed below the main image.

Print2020.43.8

Bertoldino Enraged by the Croaking Frogs

Giuseppe Maria Crespi and Ludovico Mattioli

c. 1710/1715 · etching on laid paper

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This is an image of a person falling alongside birds in flight. The scene includes a person falling and a flock of birds flying in the air with another figure standing at the edge of a structure. The drawing features architectural elements and a caption below the image.

Print2020.43.11

Bertoldino Falling into a Fish Pond

Giuseppe Maria Crespi and Ludovico Mattioli

c. 1710/1715 · etching on laid paper

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The image shows two individuals. The child in the foreground is standing with one foot raised, looking down at their hands holding an object. They are wearing minimal clothing with a piece of fabric wrapped around them. The adult in the background, possibly a woman, is partially visible standing near an open door. They are holding an object and wearing a long dress and a hat. In the background, there is a tree, an open space, birds near the ground, and a woven basket.

Print2020.43.10

Bertoldino Fastening Geese to His Belt

Giuseppe Maria Crespi and Ludovico Mattioli

c. 1710/1715 · etching on laid paper

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This is a drawing of a donkey standing beside a tree with a figure draped over its back. The scene depicts a rural landscape with a single tree to the left, and the donkey standing on a rocky terrain under a sky with stylized clouds. The figure is lying across the donkey's back. The illustration employs a monochrome palette, executed with fine lines and shading to convey texture and depth. Below the image, there is some text in Italian.

Print2020.43.7

Bertoldino Lying on a Donkey

Giuseppe Maria Crespi and Ludovico Mattioli

c. 1710/1715 · etching on laid paper

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The image shows a cherubic child figure standing with one arm raised and the other holding a small broom-like object. The child is positioned with one foot lifted as if beginning to take a step. The face is plump with round cheeks, and short, curly hair. The child appears to be unclothed. Surrounding the child, in the background, there is a brick wall with a garment draped over it, and a few flying insects dot the air. There is also a tree with broad leaves growing nearby, and hilly terrain can be seen in the distance. The sky is depicted with soft lines indicating clouds.

Print2020.43.12

Bertoldino Whipping Himself to Kill Flies

Giuseppe Maria Crespi and Ludovico Mattioli

c. 1710/1715 · etching on laid paper

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The image shows a child standing and partially running with its right foot forward. The child is looking up towards the sky with a slightly open mouth. The child has short wavy hair and is wearing loose, flowing historical clothing. The child's left hand is reaching up and the right arm is bent at the elbow, pointing upwards. The child is outside near a building with an open door, next to a landscape with a small hill or mountain and a few trees. Above the child, a rooster is depicted on a rope or branch. The scene has a rustic and historical feel with intricate cross-hatching defining the textures and shadows.

Print2020.43.13

Bertoldino with the Birds Carried Away By the Kite

Giuseppe Maria Crespi and Ludovico Mattioli

c. 1710/1715 · etching on laid paper

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The image is a title page from a book, consisting of text at the top and bottom. In the center, there is an illustration within a rectangle, showing a scene from a slightly elevated side view. The horizon is depicted above the middle of the rectangle, featuring a cityscape with towers and domes. A tall tower stands prominently on the horizon. The illustration includes a wolf or dog-like animal facing left, with its head slightly turned towards the right. The style of the brushstrokes is reminiscent of classic etching, with fine lines detailing the animal's fur and surrounding foliage. The color palette is monochrome, with different intensities of black and white creating contrast and detail, giving the image a vintage appearance.

Volume2017.158.4

Bertoldo con Bertoldino e Cacasenno

Ludovico Mattioli, after Giuseppe Maria Crespi

1736 · volume in original binding (poem in 20 cantos, each by a different author) with 20 full-page etchings and 15 etched tailpieces

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The image depicts a person seated inside a small arched opening of a brick structure. The person is in a sitting position, with arms wrapped around their legs. The person wears a textured outfit covering their body, including their legs and feet. The background shows a landscape with trees and hills. The illustration is bordered by Italian script attributing the work to Giuseppe Crespi.

Print2020.43.6

Bertoldo Hiding in a Furnace

Giuseppe Maria Crespi and Ludovico Mattioli

c. 1710/1715 · etching on laid paper

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The image shows a man standing upright. He is facing slightly to the right with one hand resting against his chin while the other cradles an object. The man has a mustache, beard, long hair under a wide-brimmed hat, and is wearing a coat with a belt, knee-length britches, stockings, and shoes. A barren tree bends dramatically to his left. In the background, rolling hills and clouds are visible.

Print2020.43.3

Bertoldo Holding a Hare

Giuseppe Maria Crespi and Ludovico Mattioli

c. 1710/1715 · etching on laid paper

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The image shows a person standing sideways, holding a large sack that obscures their face. The person's hands are raised around the top of the sack, potentially tying it closed. The person is wearing loose-fitting clothing, possibly a coat or tunic, and boots or shoes. The background has a textured wall and a plain floor. No jewelry or extra objects are visible.

Print2020.43.5

Bertoldo Placing the Jailer in the Sack

Giuseppe Maria Crespi and Ludovico Mattioli

c. 1710/1715 · etching on laid paper

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The image shows a person sitting atop a donkey, with a natural setting in the background. The individual appears serene, wearing simple clothes and a large hat. The background includes a tree, clouds, and a distant building.

Print2020.43.1

Bertoldo Riding a Donkey

Giuseppe Maria Crespi and Ludovico Mattioli

c. 1710/1715 · etching on laid paper

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The image depicts two individuals. The person on the left is covered in a large cloak, only their head visible and slightly tilted downward. They wear a wide-brimmed hat. The other person stands upright facing the first person. They have short hair, wear a cap, tunic, tight pants, and boots. The second individual gestures towards the first. Both lack visible jewelry or objects. The background shows a textured wall with parallel lines and hatching. Italian text below the scene provides context.

Print2020.43.4

Bertoldo Stuffed in a Sack

Giuseppe Maria Crespi and Ludovico Mattioli

c. 1710/1715 · etching on laid paper

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The image contains straight lines and curved forms with a figure in the foreground. The figure has a circular object with small holes in place of a head, resembling a colander or sieve, and holds a similar disc in its hands. In the background, there are flowing lines suggestive of hills and sharp, angular lines of trees with windswept branches.

Print2020.43.2

Bertoldo with a Sieve on His Head

Giuseppe Maria Crespi and Ludovico Mattioli

c. 1710/1715 · etching on laid paper

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Print2015.19.1584.21.1

Bertram Peter Cruger

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin

1802 · mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper

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This is a drawing of two figures interacting across a riverbank. One figure stands with a surprised expression, holding a club-like object and looking towards the other side. The second figure on the opposite bank appears to be making a loud noise, with one hand near their mouth and holding a lifeless animal. The background is minimal, suggesting an outdoor environment near water, with undulating lines representing a river. The scene conveys urgency or conflict through the postures and expressions of the figures. The title at the top is "Émotions de Chasse," which translates to "Emotions of the Hunt," with the caption "Bertrand et Raton."

Print2015.143.1162

Bertrand et Raton

Honoré Daumier

1854 · lithograph

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The image shows a cartoon illustration featuring two men seated in a carriage. The man on the left is dressed in a dark jacket, trousers, and a tall top hat, with a mustache. The man next to him has long hair under a white top hat, a goatee, a dark coat over a white vest, and a patterned cravat. Both men sit facing forward, with the man on the right holding a whip. Various figures in similar hats surround the carriage, some gesturing towards the occupants. The background includes sketched buildings, suggesting an urban setting with a bustling street.

Print1979.49.22

Bertrand, dis donc, s'ils allaient nous faire...

Honoré Daumier

1838 · lithograph on newsprint

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The image depicts two animated characters interacting. The character on the left is standing with a broad-legged stance, pointing forward with a stick-like object. This character has exaggerated facial features, including a beard and nose, wearing a cap, a loose shirt tucked into high-waisted pants, and holding a mallet. The character on the right is standing, holding an umbrella, with exaggerated facial features, including a long, pointed nose and a comical expression. They are wearing a long coat, buttoned down the front, and a tall, curved hat. The background includes part of a stylized structure, possibly framing a satirical or comedic scene.

Print2015.143.193

Bertrand, j'adore l'industrie...

Honoré Daumier

1836 · lithograph

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This is a drawing of two exaggerated figures observing a large group in the distance. This is in the style of Honoré Daumier. The drawing features two prominent figures in the left foreground dressed in 19th-century attire. Their expressions are exaggerated and comically rendered, typical of caricatures. One figure gestures animatedly, possibly addressing the multitude below, while the other stands in a more subdued posture. The background is composed of a large gathering of individuals, depicted with simple lines suggesting a mass of bodies. The scene is dynamic and captures a moment of speech or proclamation. The drawing is monochromatic, utilizing shading techniques to create depth and texture.

Print2015.143.596

Bertrand, voila des gaillards ...

Honoré Daumier

1854 · lithograph

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The image is an architectural engraving divided into two sections. At the top, there is a frontal view of a temple with a classical façade, columns, and a domed roof. The bottom section shows ruins of a historical structure with a diagonal composition. The image features decorative elements and a small coin illustration of a Roman emperor. The engraving style emphasizes line work and shading for texture and dimension, with a monochromatic color palette of black, gray, and white.

Volume1985.61.529

Beschryuing van Oud en Niew Rome Verdeelt in Drie Deelen: In't Fransch beschreven door den heere Francois Desseine

François Deseine (author)

published 1704 · 1 vol: ill:

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The image shows a person standing upright, slightly turned to their right. The person has pronounced facial features with a prominent nose and short hair. They are dressed in a long robe with a sash and sturdy footwear. They hold a basket filled with rosaries, some with crosses attached, with a cloth draped over the edge of the basket. The background is plain.

Print2015.16.2

Betenkrämer / Marchand de Chapelets (Rosary Peddler)

Carl Conti, after Johann Christian Brand

1775 · engraving on laid paper

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The image features a sepia-toned view of a river scene captured from an elevated viewpoint along the riverbank's edge. The horizon is lined by trees with dense foliage. The riverbank is rocky with some shrubs and sand. The calm river reflects the trees on its banks. A train track runs parallel to the waterway, with telegraph poles alongside. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of brown and beige.

Photograph2015.112.2

Bethlehem Island on the Lehigh

William H. Rau

c. 1895 · albumen silver print

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The image shows a calm river framed by trees. The horizon is obscured by the dense foliage on the opposite bank. The water reflects the trees, creating symmetry. The scene is in sepia tone, giving it a vintage look. The lush, dense foliage indicates abundant plant life. Light filters through the leaves, adding texture. The composition leads the eye towards the river, creating a serene atmosphere.

Photograph2014.29.1.38

Bethlehem, Calypso Island

William H. Rau

c. 1895 · albumen silver print

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The image shows a scene with a couple in a natural setting. The perspective captures both the couple and their surroundings, with a high horizon emphasizing the landscape and distant buildings under a sky with clouds. The man and woman are depicted with lines and shading, framed by large trees. The etching uses fine lines for texture in the foliage and clothing. The color palette is sepia, giving an antique feel to the image.

Print1950.2.22

Bethrothal

Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki

1793 · etching

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