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Two scenes showing monks wearing black hoods and robes take place on this vertical panel painting. The left half is framed by a white stone arch supported on a pillar, which runs down the middle of the composition. Under the arch, a clean-shaven man sits with his body angled to our right. A book is open on his lap, and he holds up his left hand, to our right. He braces a gold-tipped long staff with his other hand, and a gold halo frames his lined face. His hood is down, and he wears a tall, brimless black cap. He sits in a room with a wood floor, wood ceiling, and a bench under an open window on the far wall. The shutters are pulled back to show a continuation of the background landscape on the right half. There, one monk holds another, who is smaller in scale, around the chest as the latter floats or stands in a white body of water. The person in the water holds a bucket limply by his side and looks at us. The water winds back to low, green hills and a pink stone building with white trim along the right edge of the painting. A church with ivory-white walls and a slate-blue roof is situated slightly farther back, and it continues to be visible through the windows. The narrow strip of white sky in the top right corner of the painting is lined along the top edge with aquamarine blue.

Painting1952.5.45

A Miracle of Saint Benedict

French 15th Century

c. 1480 · oil on oak

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This is a tall, vertical painting. In the center, a woman in a pink-and-yellow gown sits on the ground, holding a limp child in her arms. She faces the left and is looking upward at a man in a brown robe who faces her and extends one arm towards the child, placing his finger on its forehead. Surrounding this group, many other people look at them with expressions of shock or amazement, leaning forward with their mouths open and hands raised. All the people in the painting have pale skin, although the child and another man in the bottom right corner have a greenish sheen to their skin. In the sky above this group, cherubs and angels fly, surrounded by clouds and looking down on the scene below. The sky is blue, with pink clouds and green trees, and a tall gray column on the left side.

Painting1939.1.71

A Miracle of Saint Francis of Paola

Sebastiano Ricci

1733 · oil on canvas

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The artwork depicts a desert landscape with a low viewpoint. The terrain stretches into the distance with jagged mountain peaks dominating the high horizon. Close plants and desert vegetation are detailed with strokes contrasting against the sand and rock. The etched technique showcases depth and texture, with a monochromatic color palette of black, white, and gray. The transition from vegetation to mountains adds to the vastness of the scene.

Print1986.60.17

A Mirage, Arizona

George Elbert Burr

c. 1929 · drypoint in black on laid paper

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This image shows a low vantage point over a body of water. The horizon is visible beyond a barge in the center of the composition. Two figures are guiding the barge, which is moving away. Trees with dappled shadows are on the left, and architectural structures are in the distance. The image is in sepia tone, with shades of brown and beige. Reflections of the barge and buildings are visible in the water.

Photograph2013.55.1.1

A Misty Morning at Norwich

Peter Henry Emerson

1890-1891, printed 1893 · photogravure

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The image depicts an engraving of various animals in an imaginative scene. On the left, there is a beaver-like creature with a furry tail, and a small, mole-like animal below it. In the center, there is a hare with antlers, accompanied by a fox-like creature. The ground is subtly detailed with scattered foliage, leading to a pastoral village with houses and pathways in the background. The scene has a low horizon line extending towards mountains on both sides. The sky features linear clouds. The engraving is textured with intricate cross-hatching and fine lines, presented in a monochrome color palette.

Print1972.28.88

A Mole, a Badger, a Horned Hare and a Fox

Adriaen Collaert

c. 1597 · engraving on laid paper

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This photograph shows an elevated view of a densely packed urban area. The horizon is near the top of the frame, with distant city skyscrapers in the background behind a light blue sky. Closest to us, laundry lines crisscross between tenement buildings, carrying colorful clothes and linens in shades of white, light blue, light pink, and yellow. The clothes overlap, crossing through the center of the image. The tan and brown buildings form a corridor leading to the far row of buildings, with the open sky above them. The colors range from pastel and muted tones to earthy colors.

Photograph2006.170.15

A Monday Washing, New York City

American 20th Century, Detroit Photographic Company

published 1900 · photo-chromolithograph

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The image shows a man standing next to a table, leaning forward with one hand on an open book and the other hand on his chin. He wears a red cap with a feather, a blue coat with gold trim, a white shirt, pink knee breeches, and dark shoes. Beside him, a person in gray clothing and a white cap sits at the table working. On the floor are papers, and on the desk is a pot of quills. The background includes a leaded glass window, simple walls, and writing above.

Print1945.5.584

A Money Scrivener

Thomas Rowlandson

1801 · hand-colored etching

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Drawing1973.10.1.b

A Monk [verso]

Fra Bartolommeo

c. 1500 · pen and brown ink with brown wash heightened with white over (black chalk?) on laid paper

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The image shows a black and white engraving of a natural scene with a horse, a person, and cliffs. The horse is at the bottom, with vegetation and rocks surrounding it. A person is depicted playing a stringed instrument near a cave or rocky alcove. The cliffs dominate the background, with sparse trees and bushes growing on them. The engraving uses fine lines to show texture on the rocks and vegetation, with a monochrome color palette of black ink on a cream background.

Print2002.39.4

A Monk Leading Horses to Water

Moritz von Schwind

c. 1845 · etching on wove paper

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The image shows a seated figure with their upper body turned slightly to the side, stretching out their arms forward. Their facial features are subtly shaded, and their hair appears styled close to the head. The individual wears a long, flowing garment with voluminous sleeves, indicated by rich folds and creases in the fabric. The hands are prominently depicted, with one palm facing upward and fingers slightly extended. No jewelry or objects are visible. The figure is resting on a cloud-like surface, and the background is a muted, earthy tone with minimal detail.

Drawing2017.8.1

A Monk Seated with Arms Outstretched [Study for the Virgin in the _Vision of Blessed Felice da Cantalice_]

Fra Semplice da Verona

1625 · black, white and red chalk on blue laid paper

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The image displays a rocky, forested area with two figures. The viewpoint appears slightly elevated, overlooking a clearing within the trees. No clear horizon line is visible, as the composition is filled with vertical elements like trees and rocks. The etching showcases detailed lines and textures defining the figures and natural elements. On the left, a hooded figure with a stick stands on a rocky path among tall trees. A second figure sits against a rock, leaning on a staff and looking contemplative. Further back, a rocky cliffside rises with vegetation. The palette is monochromatic with black ink contrasting the pale background, conveying depth and detail.

Print2002.52.1

A Monk with a Bagpipe Player

Moritz von Schwind

1846/49 · etching on wove paper

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This print shows two people. One is an angel with large seafoam-green wings and long wavy blonde hair, wearing a red robe. They are floating in the air with one arm raised upwards and the other resting on the head of the second person, who kneels below them on the ground. The other person is a monk in a light brown robe with a hood resting on their back, holding an open green book in their right hand with their left hand extended outwards, the palm facing up. Both people are turned towards the right, and both have pale skin with slightly rosy cheeks. The sky behind them is beige, and the ground is a dark yellow color with some thin horizontal lines.

Print1943.3.755

A Monk with an Angel

German 15th Century

1480/1490 · woodcut, hand-colored in red, olive-gray, light green, olive, blue, yellow, and pink

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This is a drawing of a monkey. The monkey is in a relaxed pose with an expressive face. The image shows a monkey lying down with its limbs extended, one arm raised, and its tail gently curved. The sketch features loose, gestural lines that capture the dynamism of the animal’s form. The face of the monkey is detailed with a subtle expression. Pencil shading is used for light and shadow, adding depth to the drawing. The overall composition maintains a sense of movement and fluidity, suggesting the natural energy of the animal.

Drawing2001.57.1.a

A Monkey Playing on His Back

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

1880 · graphite on wove paper

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The image shows various animals in an etching style, set in a landscape with two houses, a fence, trees, hills, and a distant town. The sky has swirling clouds. The color palette is black and white.

Print1972.28.89

A Monkey, a Porcupine, Two Hedgehogs, a Buffalo and a Fox

Adriaen Collaert

c. 1597 · engraving on laid paper

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The image shows an ornate, golden object with a circular, starburst design and a central glass or crystal element, supported by a detailed pedestal. The color palette includes gold, blue, red, green, and purple. The object is centrally positioned against a plain, light background.

Drawing1995.52.10

A Monstrance

British 19th Century

c. 1860 · watercolor over graphite on wove paper

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This is a drawing of two angelic figures holding a religious or ceremonial object. The image features two winged figures standing on either side of an ornate, vertically elongated structure. The structure is embellished with spires and decorative patterns. The figures are draped in flowing garments and have halos around their heads. The color palette is subdued with earthy tones.

Print1943.3.758

A Monstrance Held by Two Angels

German 15th Century

1495/1500 · woodcut, hand-colored in green, brown, rose, and olive

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This is a drawing of an intricate architectural design featuring cherubs and ornamental elements. It shows a symmetrical structure consisting of a central urn with emanating rays, supported by two winged cherubs. The cherubs are positioned above a base adorned with intricate scrollwork and shell motifs. Above the urn, a cluster of small cherub faces emerges, framed with flowing lines resembling clouds or ethereal wisps. The composition is highly decorative and dynamic, showcasing graceful curves and flowing forms.

Drawing1995.15.1

A Monstrance with Two Angels Supporting a Chalice

Giovanni Battista Foggini

Date not recorded · black chalk and pen and brown ink, partially squared in black chalk, on laid paper

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The image shows an architectural scene with columns and arches, leading the viewer's gaze towards a source of light at the end of the structure. The precise and linear brushstrokes highlight the architectural details. The color palette is sepia tones, giving the artwork a historic quality. Statues are positioned atop columns, and shadows and light play across the vaulted ceilings.

Drawing2011.122.2

A Monumental Vaulted Hall with a Smoking Altar

Luigi Tasca

1813/1814 · pen and ink with wash over graphite

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The image shows a night scene with ships on the water. The horizon is below the middle, with ships silhouetted in the center and to the right. The brushstrokes are soft, creating a diffuse effect. The color palette is black, gray, and pale. Moonlight casts a glow on the water's surface. A structure stands in the distance. The moon is partially hidden by clouds on the left, providing the only light source.

Print2016.43.2

A Moonlit Harbor

Norbert Goeneutte

1890s · mezzotint on laid paper

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The image shows a person standing against a wall, wearing a traditional outfit with a vest, long-sleeved garment, robe, sash, footwear, and a headpiece with a plume. The person has a beard and long hair, holding a rifle in their right hand. The background is a simple, lightly shaded wall and floor with subtle watercolor textures.

Drawing2014.53.2

A Moorish Soldier before a Sunlit Wall

Giuseppe Signorini

1878 · watercolor over graphite on wove paper

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The image shows a nature scene captured from a ground-level perspective, featuring trees obstructing the horizon and a rustic wooden bridge in the distance. The trees frame the scene, creating light and shadow patterns. The color scheme is primarily sepia tones. A stream flows in the foreground, with a man standing by it holding a basket. Various vegetation lines the water's edge.

Photograph2023.30.121

A Morning by the Brook, near Lake Waramaug, Connecticut

Robert S. Redfield

June 10, 1891 · platinum print

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Drawing2013.176.1

A Moroccan Woman in Traditional Dress

Mariano Fortuny Marsal

1866 · watercolor with touches of gum arabic, heightened with white gouache on wove paper

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The image displays an expansive landscape with rolling hills, valleys, and distant mountains. The horizon is high in the image, implying vast distances. The brushstrokes are delicate and nuanced, with a monochromatic palette of gray and off-white. Close to us, there is textured foliage and rocky terrain, while detail lessens towards the distant mountains merging into a blurred sky.

Drawing1995.52.57

A Mountain Valley with a Waterfall

John Glover

c. 1795 · gray wash on wove paper

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The image shows a landscape with a river, a figure on horseback, cattle, distant hills, and mountains. The brushstrokes are soft, with delicate shading indicating trees and foliage. The color palette is monochromatic in shades of gray and sepia. The sky is lightly clouded, portraying a calm rural scene.

Drawing1951.16.158

A Mountainous Landscape

British 19th Century

first half 19th century · pen and black ink with gray wash over graphite on wove paper

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