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The painting depicts two birds on the ground surrounded by grass. The birds have brownish-red plumage with darker bands on their wings and tails. One bird is standing while the other is resting on the ground. The background features detailed illustrations of grass and plants. The artwork portrays the beauty of avian life. The style is reminiscent of John Gerrard Keulemans.

Print1973.26.26

Birds of Philippines

John Gerrard Keulemans

Date not recorded · color lithograph

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The image shows a settlement from a slightly elevated perspective. In the foreground are wooden houses and small structures arranged neatly along dirt paths. In the background, there is a large industrial structure with steam rising from it. Towards the horizon, there is a line of dense trees against the sky. The color palette is dominated by sepia tones, giving the scene an aged look. The overall landscape includes industrial facilities, wooded hills, outbuildings, and stacks of supplies. The depiction, whether a painting or a photograph, conveys precise and detailed brushstrokes capturing industrial and residential elements.

Photograph2016.152.9

Birdsey Breaker, Archbald, Del. & Hudson Canal Co.

Thomas H. Johnson

c. 1863-1865 · albumen silver print

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The image depicts a group of trees with detailed bark and branches seen from a low angle. The brushstrokes create texture and tonal variations resembling cross-hatching. The color palette is monochromatic, with a stark contrast between black and white. The trees converge upwards, with the horizon not distinctly visible. The foreground shows intricate details of the tree trunks and foliage while the background fades into lighter, less defined forms.

Print2012.92.186

Birkenstämme im Tiergarten (Birch Trees in the Tiergarten)

Lovis Corinth

1920-1921 · drypoint in black on Van Gelder Zonen laid paper

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Drawing1967.20.11

Birth and Baptismal Certificate for Anne Andres

Johannes Ernst Spangenberg

c. 1783 · pen and brush and black and brown inks, watercolor, and brown wash on laid paper

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This is a painting of a religious scene with two distinct panels. In the top panel, a figure is reclining in a bed, with a halo, while another haloed figure sits nearby, and a third figure tends to a cradle holding an infant. The bottom panel shows a seated figure writing in a book with an attentive audience of figures standing before him. The style resembles a medieval manuscript illumination, with vivid colors, gold accents, and intricate detailing on the garments and background. The painting uses an architectural framework motif to divide the two narrative scenes. The color palette includes deep reds, blues, and golds, and the background is patterned.

Drawing1950.1.7

Birth and Naming of John the Baptist

Italian 13th Century

late 13th century · miniature on vellum

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The image shows two figures. On the left, an elderly person is standing and holding an infant. The elderly person has spectacles and a headscarf, wearing a long garment with textured patterns. The infant is wrapped up. On the right, another person is reclining on a bed, partially covered by a blanket and pillows. The background shows a patterned wall or curtain and a bedpost.

Print1993.71.20

Birth Announcement for Anne-Élisabeth Besnard (Carte de naissance d'Anne-Élisabeth Besnard)

Albert Besnard

1922 · etching and drypoint on laid paper

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This is a drawing of a birth announcement card. The card features soft, muted tones and a minimalistic style. On the right side, there is delicate text declaring the birth of a girl named Marthe. The text is arranged in an elegant typeface, with a larger emphasis on the name. The background has a pale peach color with subtle textures. On the left side, there is a light illustration that is almost faded into the background, suggesting an abstract form or possibly a face. The date "le 29 Mars 1896" is inscribed at the bottom left corner in soft letters.

Print2019.179.1

Birth Announcement for Marthe Mellerio

Maurice Denis

1896 · lithograph printed in gray and brown on wove paper [proof, missing blue stone]

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This is a painting featuring decorative artwork with a central text enclosed in a heart shape surrounded by floral and bird motifs. The painting is in the style of traditional folk art, common in Fraktur designs. The composition consists of a heart-shaped central region with handwritten script, bordered by symmetrical arrangements of colorful flowers and birds. The flowers are depicted with oranges, yellows, and greens, while the birds have hues of brown and green. The artistry combines delicate detailing with vibrant hues, creating a harmonious design that exemplifies the craftsmanship of the 19th century. The artwork is dated 1836, which is included within the design beneath the central text, and it is further enhanced by intricate patterns in a classic folk art manner.

Index of American Design1943.8.3367

Birth Certificate

Emma M. Krumrine

c. 1939 · watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

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This is a painting of a decorative text piece with floral elements. The image features a central rectangular section filled with ornate text, surrounded by vibrant floral decorations. The color palette includes deep reds, yellows, blues, and greens. The text is stylized and some words are highlighted in bolder typography. The flowers and leaves surrounding the text are intricately detailed with symmetrical patterns and colorful designs. The style resembles Pennsylvania German Fraktur, known for its intricate watercolor illustrations and calligraphy.

Index of American Design1943.8.7587

Birth Certificate

Charles Roadman

c. 1940 · watercolor, colored pencil, pen and ink, graphite,and heightening on paperboard

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This is a drawing of an ornate document with handwritten text and decorative elements. The central focus of the drawing is a rectangular piece of paper with a faded, beige background that contains calligraphic and printed text in an old-style lettering, likely in German. Surrounding the text are decorative motifs such as stylized flowers and symmetrical designs, including what appear to be hearts or floral shapes both on the top and bottom of the paper. The floral decorations use a limited color palette, primarily reds, greens, and oranges. This intricately embellished document combines handwriting with visual art, reflecting both function and formality in its presentation.

Index of American Design1943.8.3375

Birth Certificate (taufschein)

Albert Levone

c. 1940 · watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

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This is an image of a rural scene with a wooded landscape near a body of water. It shows two figures talking near a large tree, while another figure stands to the left holding a basin. A serene body of water extends to the background, bordered by rocky terrain on the left and buildings in the distance on the right. The drawing is detailed, with fine-lined natural and architectural elements. The textures of the tree, rocks, and hills are captured through delicate lines, reminiscent of etched or engraved art. The name "BENEDETTO MONTAGNA" is inscribed in the upper left corner.

Print1943.3.6239

Birth of Adonis

Benedetto Montagna

c. 1515/1520 · engraving

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The image shows a wooded landscape viewed from an elevated perspective. Trees cover most of the view, with birds visible on the horizon. The brushstrokes are meticulous, emphasizing detail in the trees and foliage. The color palette is monochromatic with brown and gray tones. A path leads into the forest, where figures are gathered. The sky is visible at the top with wispy clouds.

Print1977.38.2

Birth of Adonis

Herman van Swanevelt

Date not recorded · etching

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This is a painting of a religious scene from a medieval manuscript. The image shows a group surrounding a central figure in a cradle, within a complex floral and architectural frame. The decorations include vines, leaves, and gold detailing. In the center, a character in a red cloak with a halo directs attention towards another figure draped in white. The composition includes a background architectural element, emphasizing a solemn assembly. The border is detailed with flourishes and vivid colors like blues, reds, and greens interwoven with gilded accents.

Drawing1949.5.86

Birth of John the Baptist

Nicolo da Bologna

late 14th century · miniature on vellum

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This is a drawing of an indoor scene featuring multiple figures and objects. The central focus is a large bed with several individuals engaged in various interactions. Some are on the bed, covered by sheets, while others stand or sit nearby. In the foreground, two figures handle an infant above a basin, surrounded by items like a jug, baskets, and a stand with a scroll or paper. The background shows a curtained area and arched windows suggesting a significant indoor space.

Print1974.33.56

Birth of Pharez and Zara

Herman Jansz Muller after Maerten van Heemskerck

c. 1566 · engraving

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The image shows multiple figures, both adults and children, in a busy composition. A woman in the center holds an infant, draped in fabric, with other women around her. One woman holds a bowl beside the seated woman, while another stands with a basket on her head. The people have classical facial features common in Renaissance art. An older bearded man near the center appears to have a glowing halo. The individuals wear flowing garments. In the clouds above, an older figure with a robe and beard is surrounded by cherubs or angelic children. The background has swirling clouds around the divine figures looking down on the earthly gathering.

Drawing1973.64.1

Birth of the Virgin

Follower of Francesco Fontebasso

18th century · pen and brown ink, brush and brown ink, and brown wash, heightened with white, on prepared laid paper

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The image consists of swirling lines and curved shapes that create an abstract scene with human-like figures. Some figures are seated while others appear to be in motion against a cloud-like backdrop. The composition conveys a sense of a celestial gathering, with the figures floating in the airy environment.

Drawing1984.3.64

Birth of Venus

Sir James Thornhill

c. 1710 · pen and brown ink with gray wash on laid paper

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The image depicts a rural scene with buildings, trees, a road, and the sky. The perspective is from an elevated position, showing a wide view of the landscape. The horizon is slightly above the center with a slope meeting the sky. There are buildings like a house and a barn on the left, surrounded by large trees casting shadows. The style of the image is detailed with fine lines, resembling an engraving. The color scheme is gray, emphasizing contrast and form. A road with a wooden fence leads into the scene, and the sky has soft clouds and diffused light.

Print2015.19.919

Birth Place of Daniel Webster, Salisbury, New Hampshire

Hammat Billings

1851 · engraving in black on wove paper

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This is a painting of a decorative family record. The artwork features a central panel listing the ages and birth years of David and Sarah Clements' children, set against a deep brown background. The panel is framed by a border with stylized floral motifs, including leaves and blooming flowers at the corners and sides. The design is symmetrical, with elegant inscriptions in a formal font. This art style is reminiscent of traditional folk art, incorporating natural elements and vibrant colors into everyday subjects.

Index of American Design1943.8.9410

Birth Record

Albert Levone

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

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The drawing depicts a group of figures gathered around a scene. The image shows a tent with an interior scene where a reclining figure is attended to by others. Outside the tent, various figures in flowing robes stand in groups, with some gesturing or holding objects. There is a sense of movement and interaction among the figures, suggesting a narrative or event unfolding. The drawing utilizes a combination of linework and shading to convey depth and emotion, evoking a composition reminiscent of Renaissance or Baroque styles.

Drawing1943.3.8898

Birth Scene

Giulio Benso

Date not recorded · brush and brown and blue ink with black chalk, heightened with white opaque watercolor, on laid paper

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The image features a wooden chair or small bench with a hinged wooden backrest and an upholstered seat. It is situated centrally with a color palette mainly composed of light beige for the background and light brown wood tones for the furniture. The furniture piece is against a plain, neutral backdrop covering the entire frame.

Index of American Design1943.8.9720

Biscuit Board

Sarah F. Williams

c. 1938 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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This print depicts a woman seated with her body turned slightly to the right. She is facing us with a slight smile, and raises one hand out to the right, holding a plate of biscuits. She has light skin, rosy cheeks, and long, wavy blonde hair. She wears an off-shoulder light blue dress with a pink ribbon decorated with crescent patterns. She has a wreath of large red flowers on her head. The background is in shades of light blue, green, yellow, and cream, with an arched border at the top in red with golden swirls. At the bottom is what appears to be a calendar for 1897 designed in a semicircular fan shape. The text above the woman's head reads "Biscuits Lefèvre-Utile" in red text on a white background.

Print2016.140.2

Biscuits Lefèvre-Utile

Alphonse Marie Mucha

1896 · color lithograph on paper laid down on linen

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Print1943.3.4885

Bishop

Wenceslaus Hollar after Hans Holbein the Younger after Abraham van Diepenbeeck

1651 · etching with border "Minerva and Hercules" (Pennington 233B)

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This painting depicts the upper body of a man with a fair complexion, short dark hair, a long nose, thin eyebrows, deep-set brown eyes, and thin pink lips in a neutral expression. He is facing us, wearing a black cap, a deep red cloak, and a white inner garment with a high black collar and long white sleeves. His right hand is raised to his chest, and it has two small rings on it. In the background, there is a landscape with bright green fields, green trees, and a winding blue river on the right. In the background there are distant blue hills, and some light blue structures resembling buildings or castles under a blue sky with clouds. At the bottom of the painting is a line of gold text on a black border.

Painting1952.5.64

Bishop Altobello Averoldo

Francesco Francia

c. 1505 · oil on poplar panel

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This painting shows a man from the legs up, his body facing slightly to the left but his head turning to look at us. He has pale skin, ruddy cheeks, short, dark hair, a dark, curling mustache, a dark goatee, arched eyebrows, deep-set eyes, and thin lips set in a neutral expression. He wears a dark green smock with a white lace collar, and beneath that a white lacy garment over a dark green robe. He holds a black book in his left hand, and his right hand rests on a table next to him that is draped in red fabric. On the table appears to be a tall white hat with gold detailing. The background is a dark brown-green color.

Painting1961.9.41

Bishop Alvise Grimani

Bernardo Strozzi

1633 or after · oil on canvas

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