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This is a painting of an ornately carved wooden chair back. The painting features an intricately detailed piece of furniture, most likely part of a chair or decorative furniture element. The central focus of the artwork is an elaborately carved wooden backrest with a design of floral and scroll motifs. The wood is depicted with a rich, warm brown tone, and the intricate carvings include a circular pattern at the top and a shield-like shape with floral inlay or painted section in the center. The background is a plain, pale color, which emphasizes the detailed craftsmanship and artistry of the woodwork in the foreground.

Index of American Design1943.8.2002

Bootjack & Slipper-Holder

Marius Hansen

c. 1940 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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The image shows a wooden chest with a slanted top covered in green embroidered tapestry featuring a floral pattern with red flowers and leafy vines. The chest is positioned at the center of the canvas, slightly angled with the left side closer to the viewer. The color palette includes rich browns, vibrant greens, and reds against a light beige background. The chest is signed "Edward Taylor" near the bottom right.

Index of American Design1943.8.2027

Bootjack with Needlepoint Top

Richard Taylor

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

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The image is a pencil sketch of a town along a river. The perspective is from the riverbank facing the town, with hills in the background and the town situated between the hills and the river's edge. The horizon is positioned in the upper third of the composition. The lines in the drawing depict the architecture and landscape with precision and without shading. Details of rocks and vegetation are shown near the riverbank, leading to the town's rooftops and towers. The color scheme is monochromatic, with light grey paper and dark pencil lines.

Drawing1980.50.1

Boppart

John William Casilear

1842 · graphite on gray wove paper

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The image depicts a man seated at a table, looking closely at a glass of red wine in his right hand. He is wearing a dark green coat over a white dress shirt and a red waistcoat. Items on the table include a bottle of red wine, a bread roll, a knife, and a plate of food. The background is a simple, pale beige color, with a red chair back visible behind him.

Print1943.3.3260

Bordeaux-Laffite

Honoré Daumier

1836 · hand-colored lithograph

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This is an image of border designs. The image contains three vertical border designs on a neutral background. The left design features a repetitive geometric pattern of diamonds and floral shapes. The central design has wavy vine-like structures with curved lines and leaves. The right design consists of dots and stylized floral elements arranged vertically. At the bottom, the words "BORDER DESIGNS" are printed in bold, decorative lettering.

Index of American Design1943.8.18113

Border Designs from Proposed Portfolio "Maine Wall Stencils"

Mildred E. Bent

1935/1942 · watercolor and gouache on paperboard

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The image shows a series of border designs with abstract shapes and lines. The top design has symmetrical patterns resembling red floral-like shapes, leaves, and bell-shaped forms. The middle pattern has a repetitive sequence of curved petal-like shapes. The bottom rows feature small diamond shapes in horizontal bands. The overall style offers a decorative element suitable for ornamental purposes.

Index of American Design1943.8.18119

Border Designs From Proposed Portfolio "Maine Wall Stencils"

Mildred E. Bent

1935/1942 · watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

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This is a photograph of a historical illuminated text page. The page features two columns of printed Latin text. Along the left side of the page is a decorative border with botanical motifs and figures colored in green, yellow, and pink. The calligraphic banner along the top of the page contains intricate medieval manuscript style text. The document suggests an origin in the early print period.

Print1943.3.725

Border from an Almanac

German 15th Century

c. 1489 · woodcut, hand-colored in green, brown, rose, and yellow

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This is a drawing of an ornate rectangular frame featuring various figures. The frame is intricately decorated with detailed images of figures in dynamic poses, intertwining with floral and vine motifs. Each side of the frame consists of figures in flowing garments, some holding musical instruments or engaging in conversation. The composition creates a sense of movement and storytelling around the central blank space. The detailed shading and line work suggest a high level of craftsmanship, emphasizing the depth and texture of the figures and leaves.

Print1996.78.38

Border Illustration for the Missale Romanum: The Tree of Jesse

Theodor Galle after Sir Peter Paul Rubens

1613 · engraving on laid paper [proof before letters]

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This is a drawing of a decorative border surrounding a blank rectangular space. The drawing features an ornate frame design with mythical and celestial figures on each side of the rectangle. At the top of the composition, there is a figure emerging from clouds with outstretched arms, positioned centrally. Flanking the rectangle are two figures; one is on the left standing on a crescent moon, accompanied by floral elements, and the other on the right appears to be standing atop clouds, surrounded by a radiant aura. At the bottom of the design, the initials "MRA" are featured prominently, with swirling serpentine shapes and more floral elements. Overall, this drawing has a classical and baroque style, rich with allegorical symbols.

Print1996.78.36

Border Illustration with God the Father, Two Saints, and a Serpent

Netherlandish 17th Century

1613/1646 · engraving on laid paper [proof before letters]

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This is a drawing of an ornamental frame. The center is blank while the surrounding artwork is intricate. At the top, there is a bird with outstretched wings, decorative patterns, and a winged figure. On the sides, there are classical figures wearing flowing garments. At the bottom, human figures are arranged horizontally, with one appearing to rest a head on hand. The word "CORPORA" is written in a decorative cartouche at the base of the frame.

Print1996.78.43

Border Illustration with Heaven and Hell "Corpora S.S."

Netherlandish 17th Century

1613/1646 · engraving on laid paper [proof before letters]

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This is a drawing of an ornate frame with detailed illustrations. The frame is decorated with various symbolic elements, including cherubs, agricultural motifs, and religious symbols.

The top portion features two cherubs facing a central chalice with a radiant symbol above it, flanked by items that resemble bread and wine. The sides of the frame include designs of sheaves of wheat tied together and what appear to be grapevines. At the bottom, there are cherubs engaged in agricultural activities, such as one holding a sickle and others tending to sheaves of wheat or attending a basin. The overall composition suggests a celebration of agriculture and spirituality through its rich iconography.

Print1996.78.40

Border Illustration with Putti Harvesting Offerings to God

Netherlandish 17th Century

1613/1646 · engraving on laid paper [proof before letters]

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The image shows an elaborate decorative border with a blank rectangular space in the center and cherubs surrounding it. The top features draped fabric, a plate, a goblet, and a lamp, while the bottom includes two books, a large candlestick with lit candles on both sides, and a draped cloth. The color palette is grayscale, with varying shades of black and white. Positioned at each corner are cherubs, two on each side of the rectangular space in the center, with symmetrical elements at the bottom of the image.

Print1996.78.46

Border Illustration with Putti Holding the Attributes of the Passion

Cornelis Galle I

1613/1646 · engraving on laid paper [proof before letters]

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This is a drawing of an architectural frame. The artwork includes an ornate vertical rectangular frame centered within a blank page, with detailed illustrations adorning its borders. The upper portion features figures draped in classical robes, while the lower section includes cherubs holding a garland and a small inset scene depicting individuals in discussion. The left and right borders include architectural elements and figures, with one side showing a building structure and the other a person engaged in labor under an archway. The frame's aesthetic is influenced by classical and baroque elements, emphasizing symmetry and detail.

Print1996.78.37

Border Illustration with Saints and Scenes from the Life of Christ

Netherlandish 17th Century

1613/1646 · engraving on laid paper [proof before letters]

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This is a drawing of an ornate, illustrated border with empty central space. The drawing features an intricate border around a blank rectangular center, designed to resemble an elaborate frame. The border displays classical decorative elements including cherubic figures, swirling vines, and urns. This composition is richly detailed, with small figures and motifs. Within the vertical sides of the border, there are illustrative scenes set within oval cartouches, while the top is crowned with a star-like emblem flanked by smoky urns. The bottom features a row of vessels with two cherubs interacting with them.

Print1996.78.42

Border Illustration with Scenes from the Life of Christ and Putti Pouring Wine

Netherlandish 17th Century

1613/1646 · engraving on laid paper [proof before letters]

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This is a drawing of an ornate frame with angelic figures and symbolic imagery. The central feature is an undecorated rectangular space surrounded by an elaborate border. Flanking this space are two winged figures, one on each side, each holding a vertical staff topped respectively with a ship and a cross-keys symbol. Above them, two cherubs are leaning into the frame from clouds, amidst rays of light. At the bottom of the image, the scene transitions into a pastoral landscape with vegetation.

Print1996.78.41

Border Illustration with the Ascension of Christ, Keys and Fish

Netherlandish 17th Century

1613/1646 · engraving on laid paper [proof before letters]

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The image shows a decorative border with classical figures. The border surrounds a central rectangular space. Detailed illustrations of figures in classical attire are depicted around the border, with a variety of seated and reclining poses. Some figures hold objects like musical instruments or tools. The figures are shown wearing flowing robes and exhibiting expressive gestures, suggestive of classical or Renaissance influences. The ornamented border likely served as an embellishment for manuscript pages or documents, enhancing their visual appeal with its elaborate artistry.

Print1996.78.39

Border Illustration with the Tree of Jesse

Netherlandish 17th Century

1613/1646 · engraving on laid paper [proof before letters]

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This is a drawing of an ornate frame with empty space in the center. The illustration depicts an intricately designed border surrounding an empty central area. The border includes decorative elements such as two small cherub-like figures at the bottom, one holding a cross and the other a shepherd's crook. Above them is a Latin inscription "TIMOR DNI," which translates to "Fear of the Lord." The top portion of the border features an eagle with outspread wings amidst architectural elements reminiscent of columns and pediments. Surrounding the frame are additional Latin words: "SCIENTIA," "FORTITUDO," "PIETAS," "SAPIENTIA," "INTELLECTUS," and "CONSILIUM," which translate to "Knowledge," "Fortitude," "Piety," "Wisdom," "Understanding," and "Counsel" respectively. The style of the drawing suggests influences of classical and baroque art periods, emphasized by the grandeur and detail in the architectural motifs and the allegorical figures.

Print1996.78.45

Border Illustration with Two Putti "Scientia, Fortitvdo, Pietas, Timor-DNI, Sapientia, Intellectvs, Consilivm"

Cornelis Galle I

1613/1646 · engraving on laid paper [proof before letters]

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This is a drawing of an ornate decorative frame. The empty rectangular space is encircled by an elaborate border with intricate carvings and reliefs, including floral motifs, swirling patterns, and two cherubic faces at the top corners. These angelic figures are highlighted by wings and ornate scroll-like decorations. The overall composition features detailed textures suggesting a lush use of foliage and decorative elements.

Print1996.78.44

Border Illustration with Two Putti and Fruit

Cornelis Galle I

1613/1646 · engraving on laid paper [proof before letters]

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The image contains three horizontal strips with intricate floral patterns. The colors include pink, green, blue, purple, yellow, and red. The top strip has green leaves, pink and yellow blooms, and subtle motifs. The middle strip has various flowers with a bird motif, surrounded by reds, blues, and greens. The bottom strip has floral sprigs, leafy vines, and pops of purple and yellow among the main pinks and greens. Each strip is centered horizontally within the canvas.

Index of American Design1943.8.3049

Border or Valance

Fanchon Larzelere

c. 1936 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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The image is a riverside scene with a low horizon line. The sketch features boats, buildings, trees, and a tranquil waterway. The drawing is done in ink and chalk with loose lines and expressive outlines. The color palette includes natural tones with hints of orange and black. There is a tree with delicate foliage in the foreground, and in the background, there are trees and buildings receding into the distance.

Drawing1952.8.253

Bords de Canal

Johan Barthold Jongkind

Date not recorded · red chalk and graphite on laid paper

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The image shows a lakeside scene with distant cliffs meeting the sky filled with clouds. On the left, there are rocky formations and trees along the shoreline. A boat with a figure inside is near the water. The scene is depicted in a monochromatic palette of black and white, emphasizing the etching's details and the contrast between light and shadow.

Print1975.25.2

Bords du lac du Bourget

Adolphe Appian

1866 · etching

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The sculpture depicts three intertwined human figures. One figure has wings. The figures are engaged in a dynamic pose, with one figure supporting another. The third figure lies beneath. The sculpture is made from dark bronze, highlighting the intricate details of the anatomy and drapery. The composition creates a sense of movement and interaction between the figures.

Sculpture1986.74.2

Boreas and Orithyia (Allegory of Air)

Gaspard Marsy II and Anselme Flamen

original marble 1677/1681 (Marsy) and 1684/1687 (Flamen); bronze c. 1693-1716 · bronze

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Sculpture1957.14.694.a

Borghese Borghesi, 1414-1490, Jurisconsult of Siena [obverse]

Francesco di Giorgio Martini

after 1479 · bronze//Four times pierced

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The image shows a classical architectural scene with a villa and surrounding garden area. The villa has an ornate façade with archways, columns, and decorative sculptures. There are two fountains in the foreground, one with a statue and another with troughs and seated figures. People are walking and interacting in the garden area. The depiction is detailed with fine lines creating texture in the foliage and architecture. The color palette is monochromatic with a range of sepia tones, giving the image an aged appearance.

Print1975.23.12

Borghese Palace and Gardens

Melchior Küsel after Johann Wilhelm Baur

1681 · etching

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