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The image shows a landscape with a thatched cottage off-center to the right. Surrounding the cottage are trees, forming a border. The scene is depicted from a slightly elevated viewpoint with a monochrome color palette of black and white. A path winds through the terrain, and a small group of animals and a human figure are moving towards the right. In the background, dense trees fade into the sky with light cloud formations.

Print1994.44.4

A Low Cottage with a Herdsman Leading His Flock

Nicolas Pérignon

1771 · etching on laid paper

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The image shows an etching of five women seated around a table and one man standing behind them. The women wear hats and dresses with fur collars, and some wear necklaces. One woman appears to be smoking, with a smoke trail above a holder on the table. The man standing wears a suit and tie with a pencil mustache. The background has a mirror reflecting the man, textured walls, and hats hanging on hooks.

Print1980.45.1418

A Luncheon Party

Sydney Vacher

1920/1922 · engraving and drypoint

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The image shows a person seated on the left, facing slightly to the right. The person is seated on a throne or a raised platform, with one knee raised and one arm extended upward with an index finger pointing. This individual has long, flowing hair and a long beard. They are adorned in a long, flowing garment with elaborate designs and wear a distinctive headpiece that points upwards. The person holds a staff or scepter in one hand. On the right of the image, there is a faint sketch of a second figure, which appears to be a woman with a flowing gown and wings. The background features loose sketches of clouds and plant life, with some foliage visible at the bottom right of the image. There are no visible objects or jewelry besides the staff held by the seated figure. The overall scene is primarily composed of detailed lines and shading on an otherwise pale backdrop.

Drawing1995.52.76

A Magician

Sir George Hayter

c. 1826 · pen and brush and brown ink over graphite on gray wove paper

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The image shows intricate lines and shapes creating elaborate arches and architectural structures. The drawing has a swirling and overlapping design that suggests chaotic motion within a grand structure. The abstract assembly resembles a grand cathedral or a palatial hall, with arches and columns akin to classical architecture. Figures and decorative flourishes are interspersed throughout, resembling statues or ornate carvings typical of an embellished building.

Drawing2000.9.20

A Magnificent Palatial Interior

Giovanni Battista Piranesi

1748/1752 · pen and brown ink with brown wash with graphite over red chalk, touches of black chalk on laid paper, incised

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This is a drawing of a stag standing in a natural setting. The drawing shows a stag with large antlers in a landscape with trees and foliage. In the background, there is a hill or mountain, with a sky detailed with clouds. The drawing captures the details of the stag's fur and the natural surroundings realistically.

Print2007.111.191

A Magnificent Stag in a Landscape

Johann Elias Ridinger

1735 · etching with engraving on laid paper

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The image shows a drawing of two individuals in a partially reclining position. The figure on the right appears to be a man with curled hair and a mustache, wearing armor with intricate detailing. The person beside him has softer features and curly hair with a floral headband. Their arms are wrapped around each other. Both figures wear historical or ceremonial attire with layered textures. There is a sword or similar object between them. The background is abstract with loose strokes and cloud-like forms.

Drawing1995.52.77

A Maiden Embraced by a Knight in Armor

Sir George Hayter

1838 · pen and brown ink with brown wash, heightened with white, on brown wove paper

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Drawing2001.62.1

A Male Herm

Domenico Maria Canuti

c. 1669 · charcoal and white heightening on tan paper

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The image shows a sketch of a male figure in a dynamic pose. His body is visible, shown in a kneeling position with one leg raised. His head is slightly tilted downward, with one arm above his head and the other lowered. The figure has curly hair, minimal facial features, and is not wearing any clothing. The sketch uses lines and hatching to depict the muscular form, with no background details present.

Drawing2009.70.181

A Male Nude Kneeling

Pelagio Palagi

Date not recorded · pen and brown ink on laid paper

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The image is a sketch of a male figure in a dynamic pose, holding an elongated object. The figure has distinct facial features and short hair, and is depicted without clothing to highlight muscle detail. The background consists of textured lines indicating depth and movement, with no additional elements present.

Drawing2009.70.168.a

A Male Nude Moving to the Left

Tommaso Minardi

Date not recorded · black chalk, heightened with white chalk on olive-green wove paper

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The image depicts a male figure seen from the back. The person is kneeling on a block with one knee while the other leg is extended behind. Both arms are raised above the head, holding a rope or similar object. The figure's back, arms, and legs are muscular, and the hair is medium-length and wavy. The figure is unclothed, and there are no additional objects or jewelry present. The background is a uniformly textured surface.

Drawing2009.70.113

A Male Nude Seen from Behind

French 18th Century

c.1760 · red chalk on laid paper

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The image is a sketch of a man lying on his back with his legs extended and left knee slightly bent. His right arm rests on the ground and left arm is bent with his hand on his abdomen. He has curly hair, closed eyes, and full lips. The man is muscular and is wearing a cloth covering his lower body. There are no visible jewelry or objects. The background is a lightly shaded surface with cross-hatching typical of a sketch.

Drawing2007.111.152

A Male Nude, Half Reclining

Matteo Rosselli

1622/1624 · red chalk on light brown laid paper

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This drawing depicts a seated figure beside a horse. The figure is detailed with a robe and headdress, seated next to a rock and holding a pipe. The horse is equipped with a bridle and carries shields on its back. Palm trees and a distant cityscape are visible in the background. The drawing is monochromatic with shading for contrast.

Print1977.12.15

A Mameluck Resting

Carle Vernet

Date not recorded · lithograph

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The image features a large, ancient tree with gnarled trunk and sprawling branches. The view appears to be at eye level with the base of the tree, showing detailed texture of bark and leaves. The horizon is barely visible beyond the tree's canopy. The illustration style is fine pen and ink with cross-hatching for texture. The color palette is monochromatic with varying densities of black ink on cream-colored paper. A person in a wide-brimmed hat and a dog are seated close to the tree, resting in its shade.

Print1978.85.1

A Man and His Dog Resting by a Great Tree

Frederick Bloemaert after Abraham Bloemaert

c. 1635 · etching on laid paper

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The image depicts three figures. The central figure is a man in 18th-century fashion, standing with his arms slightly extended. A woman reclines beside him, wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Another figure sits next to her. In the background, there is a person behind a table and a small sailboat in the water. A dog stands near the man. The setting includes trees and rocks, creating a serene atmosphere.

Drawing2018.27.1

A Man and Two Women on a Rocky Shore

Jean-Baptiste Le Prince

c. 1765 · graphite on vellum

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The image depicts a young male figure in a bent position. He is reaching towards the ground with one hand, while his other hand is not visible. The man has short, neatly combed hair and is dressed in a long-sleeved shirt with rolled-up sleeves, dark suspenders, pressed trousers, and polished shoes. The background consists of a plain brownish surface with visible sketch grid lines.

Drawing2007.111.168

A Man Bending Over

Hans Thoma

1886 · charcoal heightened with white oil paint, squared for transfer with graphite, on brown wove paper

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This is a drawing of a biblical scene set in an architectural environment. The artwork depicts an interaction occurring between two individuals, with one of them kneeling on the ground, while the other stands with an outstretched arm. In the foreground, this central interaction is framed by a group of observers. The setting features an intricate architectural backdrop with arched doorways and columns, alongside distant buildings and a large tree dominating the composition. The scene carries a sense of narrative or storytelling, typical in religious art, hinting at significant importance. The artist's style is focused on detailed line work and shading to create depth and form within a limited color palette, reminiscent of the Renaissance period.

Print1964.8.1001

A Man Born Blind Receives Sight

Léonard Gaultier

probably c. 1576/1580 · engraving

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A light-skinned, clean-shaven man sitting cross-legged on the floor nearly fills this almost square painting. His body is angled to our right, and he bends forward, using a knife to cut a block of dried tobacco leaves on a wood board. A straight-edged bowl is nearby to collect the flakes. The man’s head is unevenly shaved so is short on the side and bushier down the middle of his head to the back. He has a round nose, and his pink lips are parted. He wears a golden-yellow vest over a white shirt, the puffy sleeves roll up to expose the upper arms. A scarlet-red overskirt drapes across his hips over roomy slate-gray, knee-length pants. He is barefoot, and we see the underside of the toes closer to us. A scale and two roll-sized loaves of bread on a white cloth sit on the ground in front of him along the bottom edge of this canvas. Light falls across the scene from our left so the far side of his face is in shadow, as is the space behind the man. Only the top of the head of a second man, also bald, and a hand holding a long, glowing tobacco pipe are clearly visible in the shadows. The man lies with his head toward us, and his body disappears behind the other person.

Painting2023.19.1

A Man Cutting Tobacco

Mattia Preti

1660s · oil on canvas

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The sketch depicts a person in a seated position from the back and side. The individual is reclined against a surface, possibly a bench or low wall, with legs stretched out in front and crossed at the ankles. They are holding a book or similar object with both hands. The person's facial features are not visible due to the angle, but their head is tilted slightly forward. They are wearing voluminous, loose-fitting robes. There are no visible pieces of jewelry. The background is minimal.

Drawing2019.136.1

A Man Drawing

Jean-Baptiste Deshays

c. 1750 · black and white chalk on beige laid paper, laid down on old mount

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Drawing2005.96.3

A Man Fleeing from a Nun Praying in a Cemetery

Joseph Fay

Date not recorded · graphite and gray wash on wove paper

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The image shows a pastoral scene with a person standing near water, a figure with a staff surrounded by grass and rocks, looking towards the landscape. The horizon with hills and sparse foliage is low in the image. The brushstrokes create texture and depth with detailed etching lines. The color palette is monochrome using different shades of ink. Trees and hills recede in the distance, with birds flying in the sky.

Print2002.98.42

A Man Gazing across a Still Pond

Laurent de La Hyre

1640 · etching

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This is a drawing of a pastoral scene depicting horses, dogs, and people. The central figure is a horse standing in the foreground, with a second horse and rider in the background. A dog sits next to the horse, looking up, and another dog is lying in the grass nearby. The background features cloudy skies with delicate line work, adding depth to the scene. The image is rendered in fine lines and delicate shading, typical of an etching technique, showcasing a peaceful rural setting.

Print2014.56.6

A Man Holding a Horse by His Bridle

Dirck Stoop

1651 · etching on laid paper

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Print2014.37.3

A Man in a Turban Reading to a Young Woman

Johann Jakob Dorner the Elder

1774 · etching on laid paper

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The sculpture depicts a bust of a person with a serene expression and shoulder-length wavy hair. The character is adorned with intricately detailed armor, which features a central motif of a grotesque face surrounded by floral patterns in gold. The armor is primarily a dark, muted hue, accented with red sleeves that resemble fabric folds, and two horse-like figures on the shoulders. The sculpture is created from what appears to be a painted, textured material, providing a realistic yet stylized representation of a historical or mythological figure. The face contrasts with the darker tones of the armor, enhancing the lifelike appearance of the sculpture.

Sculpture1942.9.106

A Man in Armor

Vincenzo Onofri

c. 1500 · painted and gilded terracotta

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Drawing2000.25.4

A Man in Armor

Swiss 16th Century

Date not recorded · black chalk, pen and black ink, and gray wash heightened with white on red-orange prepared laid paper

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