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The image shows a man in clerical attire seated in an ornate chair. He is in a slightly turned position, with one arm resting on the chair and the other hand gesturing or resting on a surface. He has a round face, a double chin, large eyes, and styled curly hair. He wears a cape with decorative shoulder piece, a ruffled shirt with lace cuffs, and multiple necklaces. The background includes a draped curtain and intricate details that suggest a stained glass window and a book.

Print1974.116.42

Bishop Hoadly

Bernard Baron after William Hogarth

1743 · engraving

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The image shows a man facing the camera in a seated position. He has distinct facial features with a full beard and mustache. The man wears a dark jacket with a high collar and a white shirt underneath. The background is plain and monochromatic. A card with handwritten text is placed below the image.

Photograph2023.39.177

Bishop James Walker Hood

Henry Baumgarten

c. 1872 · albumen silver print (carte-de-visite)

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The image shows a figure standing upright. The person is positioned facing forward, with one hand raised in a gesture and the other hand holding a long golden staff with an ornate top. The figure has prominent facial features, depicted with linear details, and the person's hair is not visible as they are wearing a tall red and white mitre adorned with blue and green gems. Their clothing is a rich brown robe draped over a blue garment with white sleeves visible, featuring jewel-like red accents on the cuffs. The figure is surrounded by a decorative frame with floral motifs at the top. At the bottom, there are two heraldic shields, one red and white and the other black and white, resting on a green background. There is no visible background behind the figure, as it is set against a cream-colored backdrop.

Print1943.3.659

Bishop of Augsburg with Three Coats of Arms

German 15th Century

c. 1485 · hand-colored woodcut on vellum

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The image depicts a sketch of a person seated, with the head tilted back and facing upwards. The facial features are lightly drawn, with an open mouth and a nose. The hair is subtly shown, appearing short. The person is wearing a draped garment with visible folds and textures, resembling a robe or cloak. One arm is extended outward with an open hand, while the other arm is less visible. The background is textured, without distinct elements. The sketch is done in pencil on medium-tone paper, creating contrast through shading. No jewelry or objects are included in the drawing.

Drawing2017.129.1

Bishop Saint in Supplication

Pietro Bernardi

1610s · black and white chalk on blue laid paper

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The sculpture depicts a bishop in religious attire, featuring a mitre on his head and robes with intricate draping. The figure raises one hand in a gesture of blessing, while the other holds a staff. Detailed patterns surround the upper part of the sculpture, carved from stone. The depiction is in black and white, resembling pencil sketching. The bishop stands on an ornate base.

Print1980.45.1680

Bishop Wulstan, in Worcester Cathedral

Maria Denman after John Flaxman

published 1829 · lithograph [proof before letters]

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The image shows a ground-level perspective looking towards a large domed building surrounded by a crowd. The horizon line is obscured by the building itself. The top of the dome is highlighted with subtle yellow and flanked by two flag poles with red, yellow, and black flags. The style features loose, sketch-like brushstrokes with a combination of line drawing and watercolor washes. The color palette is light with soft blues in the sky, warm yellows on the dome, and contrasting reds and blacks in the flags. Hints of pale browns and grays illustrate movement and a gathering close to us.

Print1994.89.1

Bismarckfeier (Celebration for Bismarck)

Lovis Corinth

1915 · hand-colored transfer lithograph on laid paper

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Print2015.19.974

Bison-Dance of the Mandan Indians

Alex Manceau, after Karl Bodmer

1842 · hand-colored etching, aquatint, and mezzotint on wove paper

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The image shows a detailed drawing of a large jug or pitcher. The drawing features embossed romantic figures and ornamental designs along its body. The color palette is soft grays and off-whites, with subtle shading. The jug is centered on the canvas, with a handle extending to the right side. Decorative elements encircle the central figures, all within a bordered frame that contains the illustration.

Index of American Design1943.8.7302

Bisque Water Pitcher

Ernest A. Towers, Jr.

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

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In the image, there are two ornamental brown metal latch-like objects with intricate designs and looped chains on a light beige background. The objects are positioned slightly to the right of the center, with their loops facing outward in different directions.

Index of American Design1943.8.14600

Bit

Cornelius Christoffels

1935/1942 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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There is a large metal object with a loop and chain against a light background. The color palette includes browns and bronzes with shading that highlights the metallic sheen of the object. It is centered horizontally with the chain hanging towards the lower left quadrant.

Index of American Design1943.8.14601

Bit

Gerald Transpota

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

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Index of American Design1943.8.14605

Bit

Gerald Transpota

1935/1942 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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The image shows a metallic brooch with a bird-like structure on the left and a floral motif on the right. The brooch has a warm, earthy color palette with accents of red. It is positioned centrally on a plain, off-white background.

Index of American Design1943.8.14606

Bit

Cornelius Christoffels

1935/1942 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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The image displays two elongated shapes with looped ends that pivot towards each other, creating a mirrored pairing along a central vertical axis. One shape features lace-like patterns separated from the smoother area of the other shape. The composition evokes the appearance of antique shears or ornamental handles set against a plain backdrop.

Index of American Design1943.8.14608

Bit

Hazel Sheckler and A. Regli

c. 1940 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

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The image shows a piece of hardware with intricate design, possibly a part of a belt or buckle. It features ornate engraved metalwork, decorative round elements, and earthy metallic tones of silver and dark brown. The object is positioned slightly to the right in the image, facing the viewer with functional components visible behind it. The name "Rose-Campbell-Gerke" is written near the bottom right.

Index of American Design1943.8.14611

Bit

Rose Campbell-Gerke

c. 1938 · watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard

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The image shows a metallic object with two main parts that have curved edges and circular cut-outs. The color palette includes browns, bronzes, blues, and copper tones. The object is placed on a light-colored background, highlighting its engravings and metallic sheen.

Index of American Design1943.8.14615

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Gerald Transpota

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

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There are two large metal objects in the image. The object on the left is pale blue with a floral motif and rounded ornamentation. The object on the right is darker and more intricate in design, with a bronze-like finish. The color palette includes pale blue, metallic dark gray, and hints of brown and rust. The objects are centrally placed against a plain, off-white background, with the artist's signature label visible in the lower right corner.

Index of American Design1943.8.14616

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Harry Mann Waddell

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

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The image depicts a metal object with a circular pattern and two hanging chain-like elements at the bottom. The object has a silver-gray color palette with darker areas. It is against an off-white background.

Index of American Design1943.8.14617

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Randolph F. Miller

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

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This detailed watercolor depicts a metal object. The object is vertical, with two sides connected at the top and in the middle. There appears to be a hinge and a spring in the center of the object, suggesting that it is intended to open and close. One side of the object appears silver and has swirling patterns engraved on it, while the other side is a dull gray color. At the base of the duller side is a looped brown rope or string. The object is centered on the page, and the background is blank white paper. The artist's signature, "Arthur E. Reynolds III", is in the lower right corner of the painting.

Index of American Design1943.8.14618

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Arthur P. Reynolds

c. 1940 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

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The image shows two large ornate knife handles. One handle has a blue and white pattern, while the other is solid brown with subtle curvatures and contours. The color palette includes blue, white, various shades of brown, and an off-white background. The handles are angled toward each other, with the top parts slightly closer than the lower sections and connected at a point or hinge in design. In the bottom right corner, there is a small cursive inscription in dark ink.

Index of American Design1943.8.14619

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A. Regli and Hazel Sheckler

c. 1940 · watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

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The image shows two connected metal pieces with circular openings on each end, displaying intricate detailing and patterns. The color palette includes shades of brown, gray, and hints of metallic silver. Positioned centrally against a light, beige background, these objects appear prominently in the middle of the image.

Index of American Design1943.8.14621

Bit

Arthur P. Reynolds and Harry Mann Waddell

c. 1940 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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The image displays two large intricately designed metal objects resembling ornate stirrups. They are set against a plain background. The color palette consists of earthy brown tones with accents of pale blue and white, and hints of metallic sheen. The objects are centered on the canvas with one positioned slightly lower and to the left, showing a visible decorative emblem on its surface. The other leans slightly to the right, showcasing a simpler design. The signature "A. Zyl" is visible towards the lower right corner.

Index of American Design1943.8.14622

Bit

A. Regli

c. 1940 · watercolor, graphite, pen and ink, and gouache on paper

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The image shows a large metallic bit with ornate designs, including round elements and a straight bar across the top. The color of the bit is metallic gray, with some brown elements at the top. The bit is positioned centrally against a plain, light background, with chains extending downward from both sides. The carvings and embellishments are symmetrically arranged.

Index of American Design1943.8.14623

Bit

Arthur P. Reynolds

c. 1940 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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The image shows a detailed metal bit with chains, gears, and loops in metallic tones of silver-grey, dark grey, and hints of orange-brown rust. It is positioned vertically in the center of an off-white background. The components are symmetrically structured, with some parts extending slightly to the left and right.

Index of American Design1943.8.14624

Bit

Arthur P. Reynolds

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

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The image shows an object made of metal and leather, potentially a decorative stirrup or horse-related accessory. It has engraved designs and includes a blue spherical element at the top and a striped fabric or ribbon-like extension. The color palette consists of muted browns, grays, blues, and white. The object is positioned centrally against a plain, off-white background.

Index of American Design1943.8.14627

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Eva Fox and Harry Mann Waddell

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

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