National Gallery of Art · Open Data

Search the collection.

Explore only works whose published-image record is explicitly marked open access by the National Gallery of Art. Every result includes eligible imagery and connects back to the museum.

Collection results

63,836 open-access works

63,836 NGA-open-access works
Dataset refreshed September 12, 2026

The image depicts a person in a jester's outfit standing on a raised platform. The individual is pouring liquid from a pitcher into a container. The jester has medium-toned skin and wears a jester's hat with three pointed ends and bells. The attire is decorated with additional bells. The background is a plain, textured surface.

Drawing2006.11.48

"Do Not Put Food in a Chamber Pot" [fol. 24 recto]

French early 16th Century

c. 1512/1515 · pen and brown ink with watercolor on laid paper

Open full record

This is a drawing depicting a medieval scene with allegorical elements. The drawing features a house labeled "Vita domus humanae" with figures interacting. One figure labeled "Hodie" is serving a drink to another person, while outside, a figure labeled "Cras" is entering as a figure labeled "Tempus" gestures. The house has a tiled roof and the label "Indulencia" is present. The figures wear medieval European clothing and the artwork utilizes strong line work and shading to convey depth and texture.

Drawing2006.11.60

"Do Not Sit on the Grain Measure" [fol. 12 recto]

French early 16th Century

c. 1512/1515 · pen and brown ink on laid paper

Open full record

This is a drawing of an allegorical medieval theme. The artwork depicts a scene filled with symbolism. On the left side, a house labeled "Domus Hominis Prudentis" (House of the Wise Man) is shown, with figures labeled as "Cupiditas Vitæ," "Medicus," "Pharmacopoia," and "Ratio." The right side features mythical figures such as "Vir," "Prudes," and "Finis Vitæ." This side includes a mythical creature, a somber figure in a chariot, a figure labeled "Saturnus," and an armored knight labeled "Mars."

Drawing2006.11.55

"Do Not Turn Back When You Arrive at the End" [fol. 26 verso / 27 recto]

French early 16th Century

1512/1514 · pen and brown ink with watercolor on two joined sheets of laid paper

Open full record

This is a drawing of a group of figures gathered around a central, tall figure. The scene is filled with detailed illustrations of various characters, labeled with Latin text. The central figure is dressed in long robes and wears a cap, surrounded by figures on the left labeled with words like "Sapientes," and figures on the right labeled with different societal groups. At the bottom, there is a figure labeled "Malicia." The drawing is rendered with intricate line work.

Drawing2006.11.38

"Do Not Walk outside the Public Highway" [fol. 35 recto]

French early 16th Century

c. 1512/1515 · pen and brown ink with watercolor on laid paper

Open full record

This is a drawing of a group of figures interacting around a central figure wearing a costume with ears on the headpiece. The central figure stands with a rigid pose, wearing a detailed costume, while other figures surround it. The figures are engaged in altering or repairing the central character's attire, each with a focused demeanor. The style of the drawing reflects an intricate attention to the form and detail of the figures' clothing and poses, displaying techniques reminiscent of medieval European art.

Drawing2006.11.47

"Do Not Wear a Tight-Fitting Ring" [fol. 23 recto]

French early 16th Century

c. 1512/1515 · pen and brown ink with watercolor on laid paper

Open full record

The image depicts a vertical, elongated form with a curved shape at the top, leading to intricate lines and shapes resembling a stylized head. It resembles a puppet or marionette head with exaggerated human-like features, including large eyes and an open mouth revealing teeth. The design includes a draped cloth, resembling a cloak or protective garment. The composition suggests theatrical or puppet-like elements, blending abstract lines with characteristics of a stage puppet or character mask.

Index of American Design1943.8.15681

"Dog Toby" Hand Puppet

Dorothy Brennan

c. 1936 · watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

Open full record

Photograph2023.146.141

"Dominic Parsons Hunting for Fossils"

Henry F. Post

c. 1896 · albumen silver print (cabinet card)

Open full record

This is a round gold coin or medallion. The coin depicts a woman in flowing robes holding a torch in one hand and an olive branch in the other, surrounded by rays of light. Her long hair flows behind her. One of her knees is bent, the foot resting on what seems to be a large rock, while her other foot is next to a small domed building. The coin is inscribed with the word "LIBERTY" at the top surrounded by a ring of stars. The date "MCMVII" is imprinted at the lower right.

Sculpture2008.100.1.a

"Double Eagle" Twenty Dollar Gold Piece [obverse]

Augustus Saint-Gaudens

model 1905-1907, struck 1907 · gold alloy

Open full record

This is a photograph of a gold coin. The image shows an intricately engraved gold coin featuring an eagle in flight at the center. Above the eagle are the words "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TWENTY DOLLARS." Rays emanate from the bottom of the coin, adding movement. The eagle's feathers and the reflective quality of the gold enhance the coin's depth and luster.

Sculpture2008.100.1.b

"Double Eagle" Twenty Dollar Gold Piece [reverse]

Augustus Saint-Gaudens

model 1905-1907, struck 1907 · gold alloy

Open full record

Index of American Design1943.8.15683

"Drunken Clown" Puppet

Verna Tallman

c. 1937 · watercolor and graphite on paper

Open full record

The illustration shows a person standing with arms extended slightly outward. The individual has defined facial features with a neutral expression, framed by dark, curly hair partially obscured by an oversized headpiece or bonnet. The bonnet is elaborately styled with pleats and a contrasting combination of green and brown colors, and a lace trim can be observed around the face. The person is dressed in a vibrant red garment with voluminous sleeves, along with a grey over-apron or skirt, and beige material wraps the lower legs and feet, leaving the toes exposed. Around the neck, the individual wears a choker or band. In the background, the figure appears sketched on a blank, neutral-colored canvas, with a smaller depiction of the same bonnet design floating to the right side of the main figure. The image includes a signature in the bottom right corner.

Index of American Design1943.8.15581

"Dutch" Doll

Beverly Chichester

c. 1937 · watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

Open full record

The image is an etching featuring multiple figures shown from the waist up, concentrating on their upper bodies and heads. The figures are close together, implying an interaction or conversation. Their facial features are detailed with expressive and textured lines. The individuals have various hairstyles, some possibly wearing hats. Their clothing is depicted with loose, dynamic lines, suggesting layers of fabric like coats or dresses. The minimalistic background lacks a discernible setting or objects and the focus remains on the figures. Handwritten text at the top adds visual elements but is not clearly legible. The scene displays dynamic interactions and textural contrasts created by the etching technique.

Print1991.244.10

"Einer dirne schön gesicht muss allgemein sein wie's sonnenlicht" ("A Pretty Girl's Face is Like the Sunshine")

Lovis Corinth

1923 · etching in black on laid paper

Open full record

The image features a man seen in a three-quarter view from the waist up. He faces slightly left with his gaze directed upwards and away from the viewer. He has distinct facial features including a pronounced nose, full beard and mustache, and wavy shoulder-length hair. The man wears a cap with a rope-like detail, along with a patterned quilted garment with a decorative collar. He holds a wooden rod or staff in his right hand. The background is plain with some shading, and there is text in the upper left corner of the image.

Print1943.3.1341

"El Gran Capitanio"

Italian 16th Century

c. 1516/1520 · engraving

Open full record

The image displays a person seated sideways on a wooden device with large wheels. The person has a long, thin face, sharp features, a hooked nose, and dark hair barely visible under a hood. They wear a long dark robe or cloak, and are holding a bow with an arrow pointing forward. The background is plain.

Index of American Design1943.8.6764

"El Muerto" Death Figure and Cart

Majel G. Claflin

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

Open full record

The image shows two portraits side by side of elderly men. On the left, a man facing left wearing a hooded garment, and on the right, another man facing slightly to the right. Both men have distinct facial features and wear similar hooded garments. Each portrait is encased in an oval frame within the etching, set against a background of horizontal lines. The artwork is monochrome, created with etched lines for detail and depth.

Print1975.112.14

"Erlijcke Lyn" and "Snoepighe Steeve"

Johannes and Lucas van Doetechum after Pieter Bruegel the Elder

c. 1564/1565 · etching

Open full record

The image shows a garden with a group of people in vintage attire socializing outdoors. They are located centrally and to the right of the oval-framed composition, set against a grassy lawn. The horizon is low, with trees in the background adding depth. A wicker chair is on the grass, and there is a classical garden urn on the far right. The people are dressed in formal Victorian attire, and the color palette is monochromatic.

Photograph2018.23.28

"Essay with a Revolving Camera"

British 19th Century

1860s · albumen silver print

Open full record

Photograph2023.146.116

"Ether Smith, the Barber"

American 19th Century

1890s · tintype

Open full record

This is a drawing of an illustration showing a humorous note on rising soap prices. The image features a cartoon-style illustration of two hands pulling on a face with exaggerated features. There is handwritten text above the illustration that reads "Expected Alarming Rise in the Price of Soap!!!" The rest of the page contains a note written in cursive, discussing the implications of rising soap prices and suggesting purchasing soap before the price increase. The overall tone of the image is satirical, possibly mocking commercial or economic concerns in a lighthearted manner.

Drawing1944.12.1

"Expected--alarming rise in the price of soap!"

George Cruikshank

Date not recorded · pen and brown ink with pink, blue, brown, and green wash

Open full record

The image features three stone sculptures. The first sculpture depicts a figure draped in a long garment with sleeves, one arm across the chest, and a missing head. The second sculpture shows a figure standing upright on a rectangular base, also clad in a draped garment, with an intact head gazing forward. The third sculpture portrays a figure embracing a child or infant, wrapped in textured fabric, with a slightly tilted head. All the sculptures share a monochromatic, stone-like color and texture. The sculptures appear to be classic or historical in style, emphasizing draped clothing and pose details.

Index of American Design1943.8.6897

"Faith, Hope and Charity": Stone Figures from Facade of Mission

Edward Jewett

1936 · watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

Open full record

This is a drawing of a puppet figure. The figure is depicted as a marionette, suspended by strings attached to its hands, head, and feet. It is dressed in a colorful and elaborate costume consisting of a red and green top, a black sash, and voluminous pants in shades of blue and green. The puppet has exaggerated facial features with long, dark hair and is holding a fan in one hand. The strings suggest manipulation and control, typical of a marionette puppet. The overall composition focuses on the essence of puppetry arts.

Index of American Design1943.8.15645

"Fan Dancer" Marionette

Elmer Weise

c. 1937 · watercolor, graphite, gouache, and pen and ink on paperboard

Open full record

The image shows a figure in a lion's den feeding or battling the lions. The setting is a hexagonal arena with the central figure, covered with a red hood and a sleeveless garment, holding a piece of meat towards a pack of lions. One lion reaches towards the figure with an open mouth, while others surround the figure in a dynamic stance. The walls of the enclosure have architectural designs, with a barred door or window at the lower section, and trees with green foliage outside. The artwork features detailed lines and muted earth tones, resembling medieval manuscript illuminations.

Drawing2006.11.44

"Feed Not Things That Have Sharp Claws" [fol. 38 recto]

French early 16th Century

1512/1514 · pen and brown ink with watercolor on laid paper

Open full record

The image displays an amber-colored glass bottle shaped like a fish, standing upright with the bottle neck as the fish's mouth. The color palette is warm with shades of yellow and brown. The fish bottle is centered on a plain, off-white background, highlighting its intricate details such as the scales and fins.

Index of American Design1943.8.10648

"Fish Bitters" Bottle

Loraine Makimson

1935/1942 · watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard

Open full record

The image shows two oval portraits side by side. The portrait on the left features a person wearing a hood with visible facial features. The portrait on the right shows a person with curly hair and distinct facial features. Both individuals wear collared garments. The background of each portrait consists of horizontal lines within oval frames.

Print1975.112.16

"Foockel Frons-muyl" and "Pietje Hard-loop"

Johannes and Lucas van Doetechum after Pieter Bruegel the Elder

c. 1564/1565 · etching

Open full record

The image shows a portrait of a person, with a focus on their head and shoulders. The person is slightly turned to the left, looking upwards. The face is expressive with a prominent nose and open mouth showing teeth. The hair is short and textured with some areas of highlight. The individual is wearing a loose garment, possibly a robe. The portrait is enclosed within an oval frame as part of the print design, set against a lined background. The illustration is on a plain, aged piece of paper with some discoloration and stains.

Print1975.112.31

"Foockel Lach-een-reys" and "Lazarus Sonder-Zeer"

Johannes and Lucas van Doetechum after Pieter Bruegel the Elder

c. 1564/1565 · etching

Open full record