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This is a drawing of two figures walking together. The image shows two individuals strolling side by side. One person gestures emphatically while the other appears downcast. The figures are depicted in a sketch-like style with loose, flowing lines and shading. The background features a sparse landscape suggested with light pencil strokes. Text above the image reads "TOUT CE QU'ON VOUDRA." Below the figures, there is French dialogue presented as a conversation between the characters. This drawing captures a moment of interaction and emotional expression through posture and facial details, typical of illustration work with a hint of social commentary.

Print2015.143.553

A qui penses-tu donc, coquenard? ...

Honoré Daumier

1852 · lithograph

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Slightly below us and at a distance, water gently laps at sandy beach that curves alongside massive, craggy outcroppings in this panoramic horizontal landscape painting. Scrubby grass and low-slung trees dot an area of gray rocks in the lower left corner of the painting. A vivid yellow and black insect lands on a nearly horizontal tree trunk close to us, and two women sit and stand on the rocks farther out. One wears a red shirt and holds a narrow yellow parasol, and the other wears a lilac-purple, full-skirted dress and a yellow cap. The outcroppings rise vertically just beyond the women. Dark green plants grow along a ridge to the left. The remains of logs or beams and perhaps cloth is near the breaking surf of the beach, at the bottom center of the painting. The beach curves in a C-shape and then turns back to create a point just beyond the outcroppings. The white sails of a few boats sit on the slate-blue water, which reaches back to the hazy horizon, which is about halfway up the composition. A few spots of bright white or gray clouds dot the otherwise washed out, ivory-white sky above. The artist signed and dated the lower left corner, “A.T. Bricher 1873.”

Painting2008.66.1

A Quiet Day near Manchester

Alfred Thompson Bricher

1873 · oil on canvas

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Print2015.19.1314

A Quiet Nook

R. Minot (after Appian)

late 19th century · etching in black on silk mounted to board

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Two full-body figures are depicted in a room. One person is facing the viewer, the other has their back turned. The person facing away has prominent features and short dark hair, wearing a long coat. The other figure holds an open umbrella, wearing formal attire with neatly styled hair. The background shows a simple interior with a wall and a door. The illustration is monochromatic, detailed with hatching for texture.

Print2015.143.408

A quoi pensez-vous, M. Piquepruneman, de m'avoir ...

Honoré Daumier

1849 · lithograph

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The image depicts a black and white etching of a nautical scene. Various elements are shown, including boats, structures, pots, and barrels. The detailed composition features fine lines suggesting textures of water and wood. The monochromatic palette enhances the historical atmosphere of the scene.

Print2016.89.35

A Raft and a "Onderlegger"

Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman

c. 1652/1654 · etching with drypoint on laid paper

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The image shows a nighttime urban scene from a street-level perspective. The horizon is implied by distant buildings and streetcars above reflections on wet pavement. Buildings are outlined with a larger shadowed building in the center. Brushstrokes create a sense of blurred motion and mist with diagonal rain-like strokes. The color palette is mostly monochromatic, with shades of charcoal and black. Reflections show limited light sources like street lamps and signs. In the distance, figures with umbrellas and horse-drawn carriages provide scale and life to the scene.

Print2008.115.3513

A Rainy Night, Madison Square

Charles Frederick William Mielatz

1890 · etching, aquatint, and roulette on Japanese paper

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This is a drawing of a cluttered room filled with various objects and activities. The scene is set in an indoor environment and includes a cabinet with household items on the left side, a fireplace surrounded by cooking pots and tools, and a mantelpiece with a painting and other objects. People are engaged in various activities, such as adjusting the ceiling and measuring something with a compass. The room is richly decorated, reflecting a chaotic yet lively atmosphere.

Print1944.5.27

A Rake's Progress: pl.1

William Hogarth

1735 · etching and engraving

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This is a drawing of a scene in a room filled with artwork and music. The detailed interior portrays a group of people engaged in various activities. In the foreground, a man is seated at a keyboard instrument, while a group of people surrounding him is interacting. The room's walls are adorned with framed paintings, adding to the opulence of the environment. The scene conveys a sense of 18th-century elegance and decadence, with rich clothing and elaborate wigs suggesting wealth and sophistication. Each figure in the scene is active, contributing to the lively atmosphere of the gathering.

Print1944.5.28

A Rake's Progress: pl.2

William Hogarth

1735 · etching and engraving

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This is a drawing of a crowded interior space with many people engaging in revelry. Various objects can be seen throughout the room, including bottles and instruments. The scene is detailed with lush fabrics and flowing garments, giving a sense of opulence and chaos.

Print1944.5.29

A Rake's Progress: pl.3

William Hogarth

1735 · etching and engraving

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Print1944.5.30

A Rake's Progress: pl.4

William Hogarth

1735 · etching and engraving

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This is an illustration of a busy street scene. Various characters are interacting. In the center, a group surrounds a fallen individual. On the left, a well-dressed figure watches. Buildings are in the background under a stormy sky with lightning. A person on a ladder is pouring a liquid. Another person is searching through a box. Objects and a sleeping figure are on the ground. The drawing includes detailed clothing and expressions, depicting societal tensions.

Print1944.5.31

A Rake's Progress: pl.4

William Hogarth

1735 · etching and engraving

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This is a drawing of a group of figures inside an interior. The scene is detailed with various characters showing different expressions and actions. One female figure is pulling a young girl's hair as a man with a book stands nearby. Other figures in the background are engaged in their own interactions. The setting includes architectural elements like arched windows and an inscription on the wall. Two dogs are seen interacting on a platform in the lower left corner. The drawing captures a moment of commotion or ceremony.

Print1944.5.32

A Rake's Progress: pl.5

William Hogarth

1735 · etching and engraving

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The image depicts a scene within a room with several men engaged in different activities. Most of the men are shown from the waist up. They are seated or standing around tables, raising their arms, holding objects, such as a lantern or a piece of paper. The men have a variety of expressions and hairstyles typical of the period, with many wearing wigs or styled hair. They are dressed in historical clothing like suits with long coats, waistcoats, and knee-length socks detailed with buttons and lace. Some wear hats, including tricorn styles. The men hold various objects like a pen, a lantern, cards, and possible gambling counters. The room has sconces on the walls, a man with a staff in the background, and a caged area that may be a service counter. A dog is also present in the scene.

Print1944.5.33

A Rake's Progress: pl.6

William Hogarth

1735 · etching and engraving

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The engraving depicts multiple figures in an interior setting. In the center, a woman reclines towards the left on a wooden bench or pew. Beside her, another woman assists a child. A child with curly hair sits nearby, interacting with the scene. To the right, a man gestures while a woman engages him. On the far right, figures engage in conversation. Household objects clutter the scene, with a wall and window in the background.

Print1944.5.34

A Rake's Progress: pl.7

William Hogarth

1735 · etching and engraving

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This is a drawing of an asylum scene depicting the interior of a crowded room with various figures engaged in chaotic and disturbing activities. The image shows individuals in different states of distress and behavior that suggest mental instability. The central figure is shirtless and restrained, being attended to by a woman and an older man, possibly a physician. The background contains numerous figures engaging in erratic behavior; one individual is gesturing with exaggerated motions, while another plays a musical instrument. Two women are seen whispering and fanning themselves on the right. A small dog barks or is excited at the bottom center of the scene. The use of detailed linework and shading brings a sense of depth and structure to the image, emphasizing the confinement and tumultuous atmosphere within this enclosed space.

Print1944.5.35

A Rake's Progress: pl.8

William Hogarth

1735 · etching and engraving

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The sculpture depicts the head of a bull, with a broad snout, eyes, forehead, and horns. It is made of bronze, giving it a reddish-brown color and a polished finish. The sculpture sits on a flat surface and has intricate detailing.

Sculpture1957.14.80

A Ram's Head

Paduan 16th Century

early 16th century · bronze//Rich brown bronze

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The image shows a nude adult male figure reclining with his back against an elevated surface. His head is tilted upwards, eyes closed, with defined facial features including a prominent nose. He has long, wavy hair and a muscular physique. A white drapery partially covers his mid-section. In the background, there is a detailed depiction of a cloudy sky in fine linework. The artwork is rendered in monochrome sepia tones.

Drawing2009.70.186

A Reclining Male Nude

Bernard Picart

1723 · red chalk on laid paper

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The image shows a naked male figure lying on his side, with his head resting against a surface. He has short curly hair and a muscular build. The background is a plain textured surface. No objects or jewelry are visible.

Drawing2009.70.106

A Reclining Male Nude

Georg Raphael Donner

Date not recorded · black chalk with stumping, heightened with white chalk and touches of pink chalk on wove paper washed dark olive-green

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The image shows a human figure, focusing on the upper body, head, and torso. The person is posed in a relaxed manner, facing the right side of the image with one arm slightly raised. The face has calm features, with a short swept-back hairstyle and loose curls framing the face. The figure is unclothed, and the background consists of abstract lines implying movement. There is no jewelry visible, and the drawing is done with various shades of pencil or charcoal to define the figure's outlines. The background is plain, with faint lines, emphasizing the figure's silhouette.

Drawing1994.11.1.b

A Reclining Nude with Her Right Arm Raised over a Swift Composition Study [verso]

Jean-Baptiste Deshays

c. 1763 · black chalk with touches of red chalk on buff laid paper

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The image shows a landscape with a thatch-roofed hut near the water's edge, surrounded by bare trees. The horizon is low in the scene. The color palette is grayscale, with the water reflecting the sky.

Photograph1995.63.1.ee

A Reed Boat-House

Peter Henry Emerson and T.F. Goodall

1886 · platinum print

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Photograph1995.63.1.y

A Reed-Cutter at Work

Peter Henry Emerson and T.F. Goodall

1886 · platinum print

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The image depicts the upper body of a man. The man has a prominent brow, deep-set eyes, a straight nose, and a thin mustache, with lips positioned slightly asymmetrically. His hair is wispy, slightly long, and receding on top. He is wearing a loose, open white shirt that partially reveals his chest. Another man with a bald head and a beard is partially visible on the left side, slightly turned towards the main subject. The background is plain and blurred.

Photograph2015.52.26

A relaxed expression (left); Disgust (right)

Guillaume-Benjamin-Amant Duchenne (de Boulogne)

1854-1856, printed 1862 · albumen silver print

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The image shows the upper body of two men. The man in the foreground is facing the camera and is seated with his shoulders slightly turned to the right. He has an aged face with pronounced lines and a mostly bald head with some hair on the sides. His facial expression suggests a slight smile. His clothing is a loosely worn shirt with a large V-neckline, revealing his chest and tied at the waist. The man behind him, partially visible, is seen from the side wearing glasses and a suit, seemingly interacting with the first man's face. The background is plain and neutral with no visible objects or scenery.

Photograph2015.52.22

A relaxed face (left); False joy or laughter (right)

Guillaume-Benjamin-Amant Duchenne (de Boulogne)

1854-1856, printed 1862 · albumen silver print

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The image shows a man facing the camera directly from the chest up. He has a furrowed brow and distinctive features suggesting age or life experience. His hair is sparse and combed back, revealing much of his scalp. He wears a loose, open-collared shirt. To his right, an arm extends into the frame holding a metal rod touching his forehead. On the lower right, a dark, bulky apparatus with visible mechanical components is positioned. The background is a simple, muted backdrop.

Photograph2015.52.17

A relaxed face (left); Profound attention (right)

Guillaume-Benjamin-Amant Duchenne (de Boulogne)

1854-1856, printed 1862 · albumen silver print

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