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The image depicts the full back view of a person sitting on a horse. The person is wearing a black military-style uniform with red details, including a red collar and red cuffs. They have a high black helmet adorned with a white plume. The person is positioned in a side-saddle manner, leaning slightly to the left, with their left hand holding the reins or bridle near the horse's neck. They are carrying crossed white belts across their back, a sheathed sword attached to the left side of their waist, and additional silver-toned and red accessories strapped across their chest and waist. The background is plain and solid brown.

Drawing2010.130.1

A Mounted Cavalry Officer Seen from Behind

Franz Adam

1850s · oil paint on brown oiled paper

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The image depicts a group of people engaged in various activities near a riverbank. The scene is viewed from a slightly elevated angle, showing lush rainforest vegetation dominating the upper part of the scene. A cluster of tent-like structures is positioned to the left, with people around them. Smooth and detailed brushwork captures the dense foliage and the color palette is mainly rich greens with accents of earth tones. A canoe with figures is visible on the river to the right.

Painting1965.16.281

A Mura Encampment - Boat Sketch

George Catlin

1854/1869 · oil on card mounted on paperboard

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The image depicts a woman in a graceful, airborne pose with arms outstretched, holding billowing fabric. She has delicate facial features, wavy hair framing her face, and wears a flowing garment. The sketch is in charcoal or pencil with a plain background showing a faint grid pattern.

Drawing2006.154.1

A Muse

John Vanderlyn

1815/1818 · charcoal and white chalk heightened with white on pinkish-tan paper, squared for transfer

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The image depicts a sketch of three full-length figures standing upright and draped in flowing, classical-style garments. The first figure on the left has a slightly tilted head and holds an object in one hand, while the other hand rests near the chest. The second figure in the middle holds an indistinct object and has their head turned to the right. The third figure on the right is also looking to the right and rests one hand on a column or ledge. All three figures have classical-inspired hairstyles and subtle facial features. The background is blank, emphasizing the detailed shading and drapery of the garments. The paper shows signs of aging with small stains.

Drawing1998.105.1.ii

A Muse and Two Female Figures

Jacques-Louis David

1775/80 · black chalk and gray wash on laid paper

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The image shows a sketch of a woman in a three-quarter view, seated and leaning against a column or structure. Her right arm rests on the surface and her head is supported by her hand. She has a pensive expression, with her head slightly tilted. Her hair is styled in a bun and she wears a flowing garment with draped design and loose sleeves. There are no visible objects or jewelry, and the background is minimal and plain.

Drawing1998.105.1.g

A Muse from the Sarcophagus of the Muses

Jacques-Louis David

1775/80 · black chalk on laid paper

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The image shows three human figures and a cherub. Two figures are seated upright, while the third reclines on a draped surface. The two upright figures have refined facial features and styled hair, with one possibly adorned with a garland. The reclining figure, also with styled hair, is partially covered, with a focus on her extended lower body and exposed upper body. The figures' clothing is depicted in loose drapes. A small cherub-like figure with wings is engaging with them, holding an object resembling a mirror or tambourine. An additional reclining cherub is next to the third figure. The setting features flowing, expressive lines against an abstract, muted background with no distinct objects or structures.

Drawing1991.150.8

A Mythological Scene with Sea Gods

Giuseppe Bernardino Bison

Date not recorded · brown wash and pen and brown ink over graphite, heightened with white, on brown wove paper

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The image shows an engraving of two figures in various poses. One figure, an older man with long hair and a beard, is seated with his torso twisted towards the viewer, legs crossed, and arms extended. Another figure, a younger man with short hair, is positioned on the older man's left, leaning towards him with his arm around his shoulder. Both figures appear nude, emphasizing their muscular physiques. The background is highly detailed with textured cross-hatching and shading, adding depth to the engraving. An inscription is visible in the center bottom of the artwork.

Print2007.121.3

A Naked Man, Seated, with His Hands Tied

John Skippe after Baccio Bandinelli

1782 · chiaroscuro woodcut in greenish brown and black on laid paper, mounted on old album sheet

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This is an image depicting a detailed perspective of a figure in elaborate attire standing on a balcony overlooking a street filled with debris. The urban setting includes buildings lining the street extending into the distance. The road below is littered with indistinct shapes resembling debris or fallen objects. The sky features subtle cloud formations and a mountainous horizon in the backdrop, hinting at a wider landscape beyond the city. The composition conveys a mix of drama and grandeur.

Print1943.3.3173

A Naples - Le meilleur des rois... (1st plate)

Honoré Daumier

1851 · lithograph

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The image shows a man seated on a ledge, facing to the side with his hands resting on the ledge. He has a round face, prominent nose, short hair, and a crown with a fleur-de-lis. He wears a detailed uniform with medals and a sash. The background features a cityscape with tall buildings, swirling clouds in the sky, and human figures below, some moving and some lying still. The scene conveys a sense of depth and grandeur.

Print1958.8.53

A Naples - Le meilleur des rois... (2nd plate)

Honoré Daumier

1851 · lithograph

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This is a drawing of a group of figures on a march. The image depicts several figures marching in an organized line. In the foreground, one figure holds a stick and walks with an exaggerated stride, while others follow closely behind. The background shows a structure with a classical architectural style, partially obscured behind the figures. The scene conveys a sense of movement and a satirical tone, consistent with a caricature style, emphasizing exaggerated features and expressions.

Print1958.8.70

A Naples: Défilé des... gardes-du-corps...

Honoré Daumier

1855 · lithograph

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The image depicts two men standing in the foreground. The man on the left leans against a wall with both hands resting on a stick or cane, facing the other man. He has a bearded face and is wearing a cap, a sleeveless top, and knee-length trousers. The man on the right stands upright, gripping a stick with both hands, also wearing a cap, a loose-fitting shirt, and cropped pants. In the background, two men are seen bending over as they drag another person across the ground. The setting is outdoors, with buildings, a mountain, and a sky with sparse clouds in the background. A low fence or railing separates the foreground from the rest of the landscape.

Print2015.143.1173

A Naples: Délégués de la commission ...

Honoré Daumier

1855 · lithograph

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This is a drawing of seven figures in a ring dance, holding hands in a circular formation. They are dressed in flowing robes with detailed patterns and folds. The scene is set outdoors with trees on the right side and mountains and clouds in the distance. The drawing features intricate linework, particularly in the trees and clothing textures. The clouds and sky add depth to the composition.

Print1976.43.1

A Native Dance

William Hogarth

published 1723 · engraving

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Two large wooden warships firing on each other on a choppy sea almost fill the width of this long horizontal painting. The water closest to us is ocean blue and becomes tan with crests of parchment white in the distance. The tall sides of the warships are pierced with rows of black cannons poking through portholes. Each ship has three tall masts with flax-colored sails billowing in the wind. Tiny men dressed in gold, red, and blue line the decks firing rifles, climbing rigging, or watching the action. The ship to our left is angled toward us, the long arm of the bowsprit on its bow extending to our left. A pink flag bearing a gold and blue crest flies from its tallest mast. A green flag flies from its rear mast and a smaller gold one from the prow. Bright flashes of yellow and rose-pink erupt from two of its cannons, and the stern is wrapped in tawny-brown and light blue smoke. Close to that warship, we look onto the long side of the second warship, to our right. A flag with bands of red, white, and blue flies from its tallest mast and a smaller one with orange and gold stripes flutters from its rear mast. A third red flag flies from the stern. Armored men stand in its prow, firing rifles at a sinking ship directly in front of us. This smaller ship is almost completely submerged with just part of its sail and keel above the choppy surface of the water. Tiny people jump in the water or remain in place while shrapnel from its blasted wooden mast flies out in every direction. One man kneels on the sinking deck with his hands together, facing the attacking crew. In the distance to the left of the left-hand warship, two smaller ships also seem locked in battle. The larger of that distant pair chases the smaller, whose masts collapse with smoke rising from its deck. A sixth ship, tiny in scale, sails near the horizon near the right edge of the composition. Camel-brown clouds floating against a parchment-colored sky in the top two-thirds of the painting. The artist signed the painting as if his name were written on the flag with the red, white, and blue bands: “CORNELIS VB,” with the V and B joined to create a monogram.

Painting1995.21.1-2

A Naval Encounter between Dutch and Spanish Warships

Cornelis Verbeeck

c. 1618/1620 · oil on panel

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This print depicts a person suspended by the ribs from a large wooden gallows structure. The person appears to have dark skin and short, dark hair, and their hands seem to be tied behind their back. They are mostly nude, except for a thin cloth around their waist. The scene includes skeletal remains and bones scattered on the ground below. Two skulls are mounted on poles in the background, and in the distance, a ship can be seen on the water on the right. The print is in dark lines on beige paper, and there are two lines of text at the bottom.

Print1943.3.1828

A Negro hung alive by the Ribs to a Gallows

William Blake after John Gabriel Stedman

1792 · engraving

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Drawing2015.19.2609

A Neopolitan Beggar

Marietta Minnigerode Andrews

c. 1892 · watercolor over graphite on wove paper

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The sculpture depicts a standing woman holding a draped fabric across her body. Her gaze is directed upwards and her face is slightly tilted to the left. One arm holds the long piece of fabric to her torso, while the other rests by her hip and is extended outward. She stands on a rock with a fish-like creature behind her feet. The sculpture is made of white marble and is placed in a light gray archway, resting on a pedestal.

Sculpture1952.5.92

A Nereid

Attributed to Giuseppe Mazzuoli

c. 1705/1715 · Carrara marble

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This is a drawing of an antique map of England. The map features England, parts of Scotland, and Ireland. The map includes historical figures, names of towns, cities, and geographical features. The landscape contains illustrations of ships on the seas and a compass rose. Additionally, there is a decorative border with portraits, likely of historical figures. The map also includes tables and texts with information on governance or geography.

Print1980.45.836

A New and Exact Mappe of England

Wenceslaus Hollar

1644 · etching and engraving on laid paper

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This is a photograph of a textured surface. It depicts a close-up view of a dark, slightly textured material. The texture creates a pattern of small, pebble-like shapes covering the entire area within the image boundaries. The surface is primarily dark blue or black, with a thin red border visible along the left edge. The lighting is soft and even, highlighting the surface's texture.

Volume1944.5.8

A New Book of Ornaments Useful to All Artists

Simon Gribelin II

1704 · bound volume with 12 engravings (including title page) on laid paper

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The sculpture includes two women standing on rectangular bases, both dressed in classical attire. They have one arm extended toward the center, interacting with decorative elements. These elements consist of two griffins facing each other on each side of an ornamental swirl at the top of the piece. The relief is displayed on a lintel or mantlepiece. The color scheme is monochromatic in shades of gray, resembling stone such as marble. The composition is symmetrical and balanced, with the figures mirroring each other for a sense of harmony and order.

Volume1985.61.2645

A New Collection of Chimney Pieces, Ornamented to the Style of the Etruscan, Greek and Roman Architecture; Containing Thirty Six Designs suitable to the most Elegant Range of Apartments

George Richardson (author)

1781 · bound volume with letterpress title page, letterpress text, and 36 etching and aquatints on laid paper

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The image shows an elderly man and a young woman in a garden. The man wears a suit, including a waistcoat and a top hat, and has a beard. He looks down at the young woman who is sitting on the ground next to him. She has curly hair and is focused on her task. She wears a long dress with long sleeves and a shawl. She is using scissors and a piece of cloth for a craft. There are baskets nearby filled with items. In the background, there is a wooden house facade with foliage and the ground has grass and flowers.

Print2008.115.5114

A New England Peddler

Henry Wolf

1885 · wood engraving

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The image shows a shepherd and his flock of sheep moving along a dirt path. The sheep are close together, displaying detailed textures of their woolly coats. A dog accompanies the shepherd. A stone wall borders the path, with lush grasses and bushes on the right. In the distance, the land rises gently with scattered trees across rolling hills. The horizon is low, and the sky has swirling clouds. The color palette is limited to black and beige, resembling an etching.

Print2008.115.3583

A New England Road

Peter Moran

1888 · etching in black

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This is a painting of a street scene involving an exchange. The scene shows a group of figures engaging in a transaction. A woman is offering a sheet of music or lyrics to another figure. The figures are dressed in period clothing. A child and a dog are present. Architectural elements, like stone columns, suggest the location is a town or city square. This art style is reminiscent of Francis Wheatley.

Print1945.5.2

A New Love Song Only a Ha'Penny a Piece

Anthony Cardon after Francis Wheatley

published 1796 · colored stipple engraving

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The image is viewed from a slightly elevated point of view, allowing a broad scene to be depicted within a circular frame. The horizon is situated slightly above the center of the circle, stretching across the landscape with tree tops visible against the sky. In the close area, several figures are depicted, including a figure wrapping themselves in cloth and holding a hand to their head while partially kneeling, with others nearby. Some figures are positioned beyond, partially obscured by tall trees, while a classically styled building with columns stands to the right in the distance. The brushstrokes are finely detailed and delicate, with precise line work characteristic of an engraving technique, capturing textures of foliage and fabric. The color palette relies entirely on monochrome tones, using gradations of gray to create depth and contrast, emphasizing the intricate line work and giving the scene a timeless quality.

Portfolio2005.17.14

A New Race Springs Up

Georg Andreas Wolfgang the Elder

1665 · etching on laid paper

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This is a drawing depicting a scene involving money and finance. It shows elaborately dressed figures engaging in the exchange of large sacks. In the background, there is a stone archway labeled "TREASURY" and various notices or documents posted on the walls. One individual is kneeling or sitting on the ground, while others are in extravagant attire.

Print2013.170.2

A New Way to Pay the National-Debt

James Gillray

1786 · etching and engraving on laid paper

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