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The image shows the upper half of a person's body, including the head and upper torso. The person is seated and turned slightly to the side, looking over their shoulder directly at the viewer with a neutral expression. They have distinct facial features with a broad nose and are depicted with shoulder-length, wavy hair that peeks out from under a large, elaborate hat. The hat appears to be adorned with feathers and a decorative band. The individual is dressed in a finely detailed garment featuring puffed sleeves and intricate embroidery or trimming along the neckline. Surrounding them is another person, positioned slightly behind and to the side, wearing a draped hood that frames their face. There are also several other figures in the background, some wearing similar attire with headdresses. The setting appears to be an interior or a balcony-like space with architectural elements, such as columns and a railing, visible in the background. The entire composition is rendered in a detailed, line-based style typical of woodcuts or engravings of the period.

Print1994.60.60

A Young Man Playing a Psalterium

Christoffel van Sichem I after Hendrik Goltzius

c. 1600 · woodcut on laid paper

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The image is a sketch of a person in motion. The figure is depicted in a dramatic pose as if caught in swirling motion. The face has shadowed features and flowing hair that merges with surrounding lines. The clothing is rendered with loose, curving lines suggesting movement. There are no visible jewelry or objects. The background is filled with swirling lines and shading, enhancing the sense of motion. The sketch appears to use a combination of techniques, possibly chalk or charcoal overlaid with fine line work.

Drawing1981.90.1

A Young Man Pursued by Death

Stefano Della Bella

Date not recorded · pen and brown, iron gall ink with gray wash over black chalk on laid paper

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Shown from the hips up, a young man with pale skin and wearing black clothing sits with his body angled to our right as he turns to look at us in this vertical portrait painting. He looks out with green eyes under hooded lids. Light falls across his face from the upper left so his bumped nose casts a shadow on his high cheekbone. He has a wispy mustache over full, pink lips, which are slightly parted. His hair falls to his shoulders in auburn-brown curls, framing his slender face. Two silvery tassels hang on cords from a tall, wide, flat, bright white collar, which contrasts with the velvety black of his voluminous, long-sleeved jacket. His left hand, farther from us, rests on his knee and the other hand is curled so the back of his knuckles press against his right hip, closer to us. A patch of crimson red near that hand could be a pillow on his chair. His hat rests, presumably on a table, just beyond his legs. The hat has a tall, tapering, conical crown with a flat top. The shadowy wall behind him is mottled with slate gray and caramel brown, with a slightly darker panel to suggest a shallow niche.

Painting1937.1.77

A Young Man Seated at a Table (possibly Govaert Flinck)

Rembrandt van Rijn

c. 1660 · oil on canvas

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The image shows a full-body sketch of a seated figure from head to toe. The person is seated with one leg crossed over the other, leaning slightly forward, and holding a book or a board on a stand with their left hand. The figure's head is angled downwards towards the object, with short textured hair. They are draped in minimal cloth around the waist. The drawing emphasizes the body's contours and musculature with a light tone against a dark background. The background is a plain blue surface, providing a stark contrast to the figure.

Drawing2009.91.1

A Young Man Sitting on a Stool Reading a Book (recto); The Fall of Man (a fragment of the lower part) (verso)

Florentine 15th Century (possibly Domenico Veneziano or Luca della Robbia)

c. 1450 · pen and brown ink heightened with white gouache on laid paper (recto); black chalk with pen and brown ink (verso)

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The image shows a seated individual viewed from the back, with their entire body visible. The person is sitting on a cushioned surface, turned slightly to the left with one arm resting on their raised knee. The head is turned to look over the right shoulder, partially obscuring the face, with the eye and nose visible. The person has curly hair falling around the neck. The individual appears to be nude. Behind them, there is a small basin filled with water and fabric floating in it. The background is a simple, neutral space with no distinct features.

Drawing1987.36.1

A Young Man Warming Himself at a Brazier

Gaetano Gandolfi

Date not recorded · red chalk heightened with white on laid paper

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The image is a sketch of a person seen from behind, in a walking or gesturing pose. The figure has curly hair, and their right arm is extended forward. The clothing is depicted with loose strokes to show folds and movement. The background is plain. The sketch has a rough and expressive style with strong lines and shading.

Drawing1991.24.1

A Young Man with a Staff

Giovanni Battista Piranesi

c. 1765 · pen and brown ink with brown wash on laid paper

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The image shows a group of men depicted in an intricately detailed black and white drawing. They are shown from the knees up, standing closely together, with each figure slightly overlapping the others. The central figure wears a loose garment that appears to be a robe, with long sleeves and a cap on his head, his head turned slightly to the side. His facial features are serious and include a straight nose and thin lips. His hair is short and tightly fitted beneath his cap. The man to his right has longer, slightly curly hair, and he looks straight ahead while gesturing with his left hand. Both men wear similar attire, consisting of knee-length coats, visible buttons, and hats. The men around them are wearing brimmed hats and similar robes and coats, with one of them holding what appears to be the hilt of a sword. The background consists of a plain setting, with no distinguishable features other than the textured ground beneath their feet.

Print1943.3.5673

A Young Man with Eight Armed Men

Lucas van Leyden

c. 1510 · engraving

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Drawing1989.38.1

A Young Man with Flowing Hair

Jacob Matthias Schmutzer

1777 · red and brown chalk on laid paper

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The image shows a bust of a person with medium-length tousled hair, seated with arms resting on a surface. The person has a relaxed expression, dressed in a collared garment. Their hands are gently placed on top of each other. The background is a softly textured surface, emphasizing the subject.

Print2012.136.1

A Young Man with His Hands Crossed

Pietro Scattaglia and Innocente Alessandri, after Giovanni Battista Piazzetta

c. 1760 · softground etching

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The image shows a woman holding a cradle with a sleeping infant while a young boy stands next to her. The woman has her eyes closed and wears a bonnet, long dress, cloak, and sturdy shoes. The boy looks up at the woman, holding a stick. The setting is outdoors with rugged terrain, a worn-down building, and a cloudy sky in the background.

Print2014.37.7

A Young Mother Carrying a Crib

Jacques Dumont Le Romain, finished by Jean Daullé

1739 · etching finished in engraving on laid paper

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The sculpture depicts a bust of a young woman with a neutral expression and partially closed eyes. The woman's hair is styled back behind her head, with a few small curls around her ears. She has a straight nose, faint eyebrows, and thin lips which are slightly turned up at the edges. She wears a simple short-sleeved garment with a wide neckline above a triangular panel. The base of the sculpture is carved with small scenes of people on horseback and cherubic figures. The sculpture is made of a smooth white material with some areas of yellowish discoloration.

Sculpture1937.1.119

A Young Noblewoman

Style of Francesco Laurana

c. 1475 or later · marble

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The image depicts a woman from the shoulders up, facing the viewer with a gentle expression. She has a subtle smile, serene countenance, fair complexion, and is wearing a traditional nun's headdress. The background is plain, emphasizing the subject.

Drawing2006.45.1

A Young Nun

Claude Mellan

Date not recorded · graphite and black and red chalk on laid paper

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The image shows multiple people engaged in a scene within a room. A man in a uniform, featuring a dark jacket with gold buttons and a yellow sash, faces two women. The uniform includes a tall black hat adorned with a small emblem and a chin strap. One woman stands directly in front of him, wearing a pale pink dress with puffy sleeves and lace detailing, and a white bonnet, holding his hand. The second woman is standing to the left and slightly behind her, wearing a dress with a white collar and a pink bodice, with her dark hair styled in ringlets framing her face. Beside the women is a pink padded chair, with a small dog resting on the floor nearby and a couple of hats placed on a seat. In the background, an open door reveals two soldiers wearing long grey coats and black boots, with caps matching the style of the uniformed man's. One of these soldiers is bending over as if opening a trunk, while a small child stands near him, wearing a plaid dress. On the wall behind, artwork is displayed, including an oval-shaped painting and another small framed piece. To the left, an open window illuminated by light shows the hint of exterior greenery, and a birdcage is visible on the wall. The room's walls are decorated in a muted green tone, and a richly designed curtain in shades of blue and purple drapes beside the window.

Drawing2007.111.157

A Young Officer Saying Farewell to His Family

Carl Schindler

1841 · watercolor and gouache over graphite, partially varnished, on wove paper

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The image shows a person in a kneeling position, with their left arm extended forward and their right arm bent. They are wearing a hooded robe that covers their head and body. The sketch is detailed, showing the texture and shading of the fabric. The person's face is visible, slightly tilted upwards. There are no visible accessories or objects, and the background is plain, emphasizing the person's posture.

Drawing2009.70.13.b

A Young Priest Kneeling

Jean Leonard Lugardon

Date not recorded · black chalk heightened with white chalk on blue-gray wove paper

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This is a drawing of an interior scene with two figures and an ornate backdrop. The artwork depicts a richly decorated room with Gothic-style windows and elegant architectural details. In the foreground, a table is set with various items, including a teapot and cups. Two figures are seated, one facing directly towards the viewer and the other partially turned away. The background features an intricate wall with patterns and reliefs.

Print2015.19.2459

A Young Republican

John Ames Mitchell

1878 · etching in black on laid paper

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The image shows three individuals outdoors. One person is seated playing a flute, another person is kneeling nearby, and a third person, likely a child, is beside them. The seated person has short, curly hair and is wearing a tunic. The kneeling person has hair tied up and wears a layered dress. Several dogs are lying nearby. Objects nearby include a basket of flowers, a hat, and a cane or shepherd's crook. The background features foliage, tree branches, and a stone wall or structure.

Drawing2022.14.2

A Young Shepherd Playing a Pipe for Two Young Shepherdesses

François Boucher

mid-18th century · black chalk, pen and brown ink, and brown wash, on pink prepared paper, laid down on an old mount

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A woman wearing a crimson-red brocade dress and gold jewelry fills most of this vertical portrait, but her right hand, on our left, rests on the shoulder of a young boy tucked into the lower left corner of the panel. The woman and boy both have pale, white skin, and both face and look out at us against an emerald-green curtain that falls behind them. The woman has brown eyes, a straight nose, full pink lips, smooth cheeks, and a long neck. Her brown hair is pulled back under a turban densely embroidered with gold. The woman’s dress has puffed shoulders and decorative slashes on the sleeves. One gold chain rests on her throat and the other falls over her chest. She wears long gold earrings, a gold belt, and two gold rings. She holds a brown leather glove in her left hand. The boy’s face is even with the woman’s waist, and he raises his left hand to hold hers, which is draped over his shoulder. He has curly blond hair and dark eyes, and he wears black with a ruffled white shirt just visible at his collar.

Painting1942.9.6

A Young Woman and Her Little Boy

Agnolo Bronzino

c. 1540 · oil on panel

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Drawing1997.57.4

A Young Woman Fixing Her Hair

Domenico Maggiotto

c. 1745 · black, white, and red chalks on blue laid paper faded to tan, laid down

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Drawing1995.52.178

A Young Woman in Profile

Henry Tonks

1896 · graphite on wove paper

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The image features a full-body sketch of a person in a dynamic pose, bending forward with their arms extended across the front of their body. The person's head is tilted to the side, with loosely sketched facial features. Their hair is styled in a loose manner. The clothing is detailed with fabric folds, suggesting a full, flowing dress or garment. The sketch is on textured paper, with a plain background. There are no visible jewelry or distinct objects visible.

Drawing2002.126.1

A Young Woman Looking in a Mirror

Nicolas Lancret

1742/1743 · red chalk with black and white chalk on oatmeal paper

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This is a drawing with intricate figures and abstract shapes, executed with loose brushwork. The color palette consists of browns and beiges. The lines suggest movement and activity. The central portion appears to show a gathering of figures. The background has swirling strokes, creating depth. The work carries an energetic atmosphere.

Drawing1994.11.1.a

A Young Woman Overcome by Love [recto]

Jean-Baptiste Deshays

c. 1763 · black and red chalks with brown wash on buff laid paper

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Shown from the waist up, a woman with pale, peachy skin reads a book with one elbow propped on a grassy bank in this horizontal painting. The woman’s body is angled to our right, and she looks down at a pale green-covered book held in her right hand, which is in the lower left corner of the composition. The woman has dark brows over hooded eyes, and her dark brown hair falls loosely behind her shoulders. She has a round face, straight nose, and pale lips. She touches her hair with her left hand, to our right, with that pinky delicately crooked. One strap of a sleeveless, pearl-white chemise falls off the shoulder of that arm, and the dress nestles around her belly, revealing much of the other breast. Leafy trees and gray rocks are loosely painted behind her. The artist signed the painting in the lower right corner, “G. Courbet.”

Painting1963.10.114

A Young Woman Reading

Gustave Courbet

c. 1866/1868 · oil on canvas

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Drawing1991.215.1.a

A Young Woman Sewing [recto]

Vivant Denon

c. 1790 · pen and brown ink over graphite on gray-blue paper

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The image shows a woman standing from the waist up. She is turned slightly to the side with her head tilted upwards, looking straight ahead. She has a pleasant expression with slightly parted lips and styled hair adorned with a flower or decorative piece. She wears an elegant, long dress with puffy sleeves, a high neckline, and a ruffled collar. The dress has a fitted bodice with a sash at the waist. She is holding a potted plant with blooming flowers. The background includes a stone balustrade and foliage, suggesting an outdoor setting.

Print2006.90.1

A Young Woman Standing in a Park

Gilles-Antoine Demarteau after Jean-Baptiste Le Prince

c. 1770 · chalk manner printed in red and black on laid paper

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